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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)

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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!)


• Martin's Site: spireautism.com (trainings/blogs/book)


• Instagram: @martinsautismlife & @spireautism (DM tips)


• YouTube: @martinsautismjourney7397 (speeches/poems)


• Book: Chatterbox (Amazon)


• Merch: Linktree in notes ('Dynamite' tees for resilience reminders)

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