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Autistic self-acceptance struggles? Martin Slyngstad (certified behavior specialist, Spire Autism founder, Chatterbox: My Life with Autism author) shares: Diagnosed at 5 amid bullying/misunderstandings, he channeled resilience into advocacy—training teachers/first responders (quiet rooms/stimming support after mistreatment news), global speaking (Dubai speech unlocked nonverbal kid's song), & Special Olympics/DJ passions. From writer's block to self-publishing (mother-son perspectives on transitions/hobbies), Martin's tips: Join ND Meetups for solo steps, use bullying as fuel, reach out over fighting back. For autistic young adults doubting voices, parents seeking supports, or allies building understanding, this convo's your toolkit—one voice creates change.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Martin's Multi-Role Journey
1:45 - Autism Evolution: Kid Confusion to Adult Insight
3:26 - Bullying Resilience & Non-Fight Response
5:19 - Book Chatterbox: Mother-Son Raw Perspectives
8:22 - Spire Autism: Training from Personal Pain
13:15 - Solo Trips & ND Connections via Meetup
16:44 - Encouragement for Stuck/Undiagnosed
20:15 - Calming After Intense Trainings
22:42 - Business Expansion & Global Impact
27:56 - Poem "I Am": Warrior for Change
32:15 - Where to Find Martin (Socials/Site)
Subscribe on Apple/Spotify for weekly neurodivergent adulting tools—rate/review if Martin's story sparked your step! Resources/book in notes. Squad, share w/ a doubter (tag 'em below—let's amplify voices!). Merch: 'Dynamite' tees for advocacy days (Linktree in notes). #AutisticSelfAcceptance #NeurodivergentAdvocacy #AdultingWithAutism #BTSNeurodivergent #PodMatch
Feeling stuck in autistic self-doubt? Martin Slyngstad unpacks journey: Diagnosed at 5 w/ limited understanding, bullying/teachers' gaps fueled masking/resilience—now certified specialist/Spire Autism founder training educators/first responders (quiet rooms for overwhelm, stimming as focus, search water first for missing ND). Chatterbox: My Life with Autism (mother-son views on schooling/hobbies/writer's block to publishing) inspires post-18 navigation. Tips: Meetup apps for ND solo trips/connections, bullying as motivation (reach out, don't fight—avoids suspension), global impact (Dubai poem unlocked communication). For late-dx adults hiding authenticity, parents advocating transitions, or allies fostering acceptance, Martin's "I Am" warrior poem reminds: Small steps/one voice = bold change. From Adulting with Autism podcast: Practical OT-aligned for bullying recovery, self-advocacy, community building.
Links:
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Autistic self-acceptance struggles? Martin Slyngstad (certified behavior specialist, Spire Autism founder, Chatterbox: My Life with Autism author) shares: Diagnosed at 5 amid bullying/misunderstandings, he channeled resilience into advocacy—training teachers/first responders (quiet rooms/stimming support after mistreatment news), global speaking (Dubai speech unlocked nonverbal kid's song), & Special Olympics/DJ passions. From writer's block to self-publishing (mother-son perspectives on transitions/hobbies), Martin's tips: Join ND Meetups for solo steps, use bullying as fuel, reach out over fighting back. For autistic young adults doubting voices, parents seeking supports, or allies building understanding, this convo's your toolkit—one voice creates change.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Martin's Multi-Role Journey
1:45 - Autism Evolution: Kid Confusion to Adult Insight
3:26 - Bullying Resilience & Non-Fight Response
5:19 - Book Chatterbox: Mother-Son Raw Perspectives
8:22 - Spire Autism: Training from Personal Pain
13:15 - Solo Trips & ND Connections via Meetup
16:44 - Encouragement for Stuck/Undiagnosed
20:15 - Calming After Intense Trainings
22:42 - Business Expansion & Global Impact
27:56 - Poem "I Am": Warrior for Change
32:15 - Where to Find Martin (Socials/Site)
Subscribe on Apple/Spotify for weekly neurodivergent adulting tools—rate/review if Martin's story sparked your step! Resources/book in notes. Squad, share w/ a doubter (tag 'em below—let's amplify voices!). Merch: 'Dynamite' tees for advocacy days (Linktree in notes). #AutisticSelfAcceptance #NeurodivergentAdvocacy #AdultingWithAutism #BTSNeurodivergent #PodMatch
Feeling stuck in autistic self-doubt? Martin Slyngstad unpacks journey: Diagnosed at 5 w/ limited understanding, bullying/teachers' gaps fueled masking/resilience—now certified specialist/Spire Autism founder training educators/first responders (quiet rooms for overwhelm, stimming as focus, search water first for missing ND). Chatterbox: My Life with Autism (mother-son views on schooling/hobbies/writer's block to publishing) inspires post-18 navigation. Tips: Meetup apps for ND solo trips/connections, bullying as motivation (reach out, don't fight—avoids suspension), global impact (Dubai poem unlocked communication). For late-dx adults hiding authenticity, parents advocating transitions, or allies fostering acceptance, Martin's "I Am" warrior poem reminds: Small steps/one voice = bold change. From Adulting with Autism podcast: Practical OT-aligned for bullying recovery, self-advocacy, community building.
Links:
- Full Episode: Buzzsprout/Apple/Spotify (subscribe!)
Your reviews/shares amplify the squad—tag a voice-f
mfish: Organize. Simplify. Win
Eco-friendly, high-quality tech tool to simplify school, work and life
Find Your Fierce This Fall: Empowerment
Shop now to support the show and join the Alliance—find your new favorite at the link in show notes.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Support the show
@adulting_autism
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