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Hey guys hey! Welcome back to Adulting with Autism, where we dig deep into real experiences, big emotions, and life through a neurodivergent lens.
This episode features the incredible Thomas R. Wilson—storyteller, community leader, and nationally recognized advocate for neurodivergent and mental health communities. From a childhood filled with bullying and being misunderstood to becoming a beacon of empowerment for others, Thomas’s journey is as inspiring as it is powerful.
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:💬 How rage can be communication—and not just behavior to “fix”
🧩 Why behavior is a language, especially for neurodivergent youth
🛠️ How storytelling and sensory-friendly spaces dismantle ableism
💡 The role of empathy in transforming education, parenting, and systems
🌍 What it means to truly build inclusive communities—beyond the buzzwords
Whether you’re a teacher, parent, support worker, or neurodivergent adult, this episode will challenge the way you think about emotional expression, support, and social norms.
📲 Connect with Thomas R. Wilson: 🌐 https://rhcreativeadvocacyandstorytelling.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wilson-42762927b/ 📬 Email: [email protected] 📢 Follow Thomas on LinkedIn for updates on his advocacy work and events
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