In this episode, Marylayo is with guest, Richard (Junior) Asomaning, who shares his experience of having a brother diagnosed with autism.  

Discussion points include:

• What are some of the signs/traits of Autism?
• How did your brother come to be diagnosed with autism?
• Did you ever feel overlooked in your family due to the focus on your brother’s needs?
• Were there specific challenges you faced growing up that you attribute to having a sibling with autism? How did you deal with them?
• As you’ve both grown older, in what ways has your relationship with your brother evolved over the years?
• What are the misconceptions or stereotypes about autism that you’ve encountered?
• Are there any specific strengths or unique qualities that you admire or appreciate in your brother? 
• Are there any general concerns that you have related to your brother having autism
• How do you deal with those concerns?
• How has this experience shaped you as a person?
• Has there been anything along your journey that you found really helpful?
• Bible verse to support spiritual wellbeing.

Take a moment to delve into what may be 'beyond the smile' - listen in to the conversation.

Marylayo's spiritual wellbeing tip: Meditate on the bible scripture Deuteronomy 31:8.

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