The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller

Embracing Differences: An Autistic Teacher’s Perspective

55min | 06/17/2023|

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Christopher Wheat is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who has spent over two decades working as a special education teacher. After being diagnosed with autism at age 35, Christopher embarked on a journey to better understand and embrace his condition. Alongside managing his own unique challenges, he used this experience to support his twin daughters, who both received autism diagnoses from an early age. His deep dedication to family and advocacy led Christopher to explore the impacts of medication and various therapies, ultimately helping his daughters improve and lead fulfilling lives. By sharing his personal experiences, Christopher offers inspiration and guidance to parents facing similar challenges.

If you are a writer or if you're an artist or whatever, don't stop. Do it anyway. Don't feel dejected. Just keep working at it.

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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

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About The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller

Reid Miles Podcasts

Two shows. One curiosity-driven mission: telling human stories that matter.

Hosted by Reid Miles, this podcast feed is home to two distinct but connected conversations.

The Neurodivergent Connection centers neurodivergent voices lived experience, late diagnosis, advocacy, creativity, and the realities of navigating a world not built for autistic minds. These episodes focus on understanding, accessibility, and belonging, grounded in honesty and real conversation rather than clinical distance.

The Curious Storyteller began as a celebration of remarkable people and the stories that shaped them. It has since evolved into deeper, reflective conversations about identity, resilience, reinvention, and the quiet moments that change us. Guests include creators, athletes, leaders, and thinkers not to be interviewed, but to be heard.

Both shows share the same foundation: unscripted conversations, emotional intelligence, and curiosity over performance. This isn’t about polished success stories or neat conclusions — it’s about connection, reflection, and telling the truth while the story is still being written.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller

Reid Miles Podcasts

Two shows. One curiosity-driven mission: telling human stories that matter.

Hosted by Reid Miles, this podcast feed is home to two distinct but connected conversations.

The Neurodivergent Connection centers neurodivergent voices lived experience, late diagnosis, advocacy, creativity, and the realities of navigating a world not built for autistic minds. These episodes focus on understanding, accessibility, and belonging, grounded in honesty and real conversation rather than clinical distance.

The Curious Storyteller began as a celebration of remarkable people and the stories that shaped them. It has since evolved into deeper, reflective conversations about identity, resilience, reinvention, and the quiet moments that change us. Guests include creators, athletes, leaders, and thinkers not to be interviewed, but to be heard.

Both shows share the same foundation: unscripted conversations, emotional intelligence, and curiosity over performance. This isn’t about polished success stories or neat conclusions — it’s about connection, reflection, and telling the truth while the story is still being written.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

Christopher Wheat is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who has spent over two decades working as a special education teacher. After being diagnosed with autism at age 35, Christopher embarked on a journey to better understand and embrace his condition. Alongside managing his own unique challenges, he used this experience to support his twin daughters, who both received autism diagnoses from an early age. His deep dedication to family and advocacy led Christopher to explore the impacts of medication and various therapies, ultimately helping his daughters improve and lead fulfilling lives. By sharing his personal experiences, Christopher offers inspiration and guidance to parents facing similar challenges.

If you are a writer or if you're an artist or whatever, don't stop. Do it anyway. Don't feel dejected. Just keep working at it.

https://aspergersstudio.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@AspergersStudio
https://www.instagram.com/InsideTheAspergersStudio
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidmiles/
https://www.twitter.com/AspergersStudio
https://www.facebook.com/InsideTheAspergersStudio

Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller

Reid Miles Podcasts

Two shows. One curiosity-driven mission: telling human stories that matter.

Hosted by Reid Miles, this podcast feed is home to two distinct but connected conversations.

The Neurodivergent Connection centers neurodivergent voices lived experience, late diagnosis, advocacy, creativity, and the realities of navigating a world not built for autistic minds. These episodes focus on understanding, accessibility, and belonging, grounded in honesty and real conversation rather than clinical distance.

The Curious Storyteller began as a celebration of remarkable people and the stories that shaped them. It has since evolved into deeper, reflective conversations about identity, resilience, reinvention, and the quiet moments that change us. Guests include creators, athletes, leaders, and thinkers not to be interviewed, but to be heard.

Both shows share the same foundation: unscripted conversations, emotional intelligence, and curiosity over performance. This isn’t about polished success stories or neat conclusions — it’s about connection, reflection, and telling the truth while the story is still being written.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller

Reid Miles Podcasts

Two shows. One curiosity-driven mission: telling human stories that matter.

Hosted by Reid Miles, this podcast feed is home to two distinct but connected conversations.

The Neurodivergent Connection centers neurodivergent voices lived experience, late diagnosis, advocacy, creativity, and the realities of navigating a world not built for autistic minds. These episodes focus on understanding, accessibility, and belonging, grounded in honesty and real conversation rather than clinical distance.

The Curious Storyteller began as a celebration of remarkable people and the stories that shaped them. It has since evolved into deeper, reflective conversations about identity, resilience, reinvention, and the quiet moments that change us. Guests include creators, athletes, leaders, and thinkers not to be interviewed, but to be heard.

Both shows share the same foundation: unscripted conversations, emotional intelligence, and curiosity over performance. This isn’t about polished success stories or neat conclusions — it’s about connection, reflection, and telling the truth while the story is still being written.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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