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:

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  💬 How rage can be communication—and not just behavior to “fix”

  
  


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  🧩 Why behavior is a language, especially for neurodivergent youth

  
  


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  🛠️ How storytelling and sensory-friendly spaces dismantle ableism

  
  


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  💡 The role of empathy in transforming education, parenting, and systems

  
  


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  🌍 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: ndttrpg@gmail.com
📢 Follow Thomas on LinkedIn for updates on his advocacy work and events

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