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Through a Sibling’s Eyes: Growing Up with a Brother on the Spectrum


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What’s it really like to grow up as the sibling of a neurodivergent child?

While the world often focuses on parents and diagnoses, siblings live a story that’s rarely told — one of deep love, quiet resilience, and unspoken understanding.

In this heartfelt conversation, Greer sits down with Ruby, a young woman whose life has been beautifully shaped by her brother Ewan, who is autistic. From childhood to adulthood, Ruby has learned empathy, adaptability, and the power of advocacy — lessons she now shares online to support other families walking a similar path.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • What it’s really like growing up with an autistic sibling

  • How Ruby balanced her own needs with her family’s

  • The importance of including and supporting siblings

  • How social media became a space for awareness and connection

  • Why kindness and understanding can change how we view neurodiversity

    This conversation shines a light on the often-overlooked sibling perspective — reminding us that love, compassion, and inclusion begin at home.


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