Autism Crossover Episode: Interview with Rel

Today I interview an autistic lady named Rel. She grew up from a very different background and culture from me; yet we share many similar struggles with autism.In this podcast, we explore some of these similarities and differences to illustrate what autism in women truly looks like and how to advocate for oneself. We discussed many topics like masking, fitting in, the social stigma of being autistic, sensory issues and how it affects her life.She also grew up undiagnosed like me, and it wasn't until the age of 26 that she received a diagnosis. I hope our conversation teaches you more about what autism looks like, the differences in communication style between two autistic women, and a renewed understanding about what autism acceptance entails. Her Youtube channel is listed below if you'd like to hear more from her perspective!https://youtube.com/channel/UCUCmwzzNa5u3HibgVT25rXg