Does Autism Define Me?

When you first hear the words “You’re autistic,” it can feel like the ground shifts beneath your feet. For some, it’s relief—finally, a name for years of confusion. For others, it’s resistance—does this label now define who I am? In this episode, Jeremy unpacks the tension between identity and diagnosis through the lens of what he calls The Autistic Identity Ladder—a four-part journey from denial to confident acceptance. He shares candid stories of his own process, the humor and heartbreak of self-realization, and why true understanding isn’t found in a label, but in how we choose to live with it.In this episode, Jeremy takes listeners on an honest walk through what it means to navigate identity after a diagnosis—especially when the label feels both clarifying and confining. He explores how we move from discomfort to confidence, from “I don’t want this to be me” to “I can live well with who I am.” Through grounded wisdom and gentle humor, Jeremy reminds us that autism may help explain your wiring, but it doesn’t write your worth.To learn more about NeuroFam, please check out https://www.ourneurofam.com/   To send us an email or question- shoot a message to [email protected]   Music for the show’s intro is provided (with permission) by Matt Langston & EleventySeven. You can check out their awesome stuff here - https://www.eleventysevenisalive.com/Music for the show’s outro is provided (with permission) by Sean Rogers & Shineunder. The band doesn’t exist anymore, but Sean is still doing great work and can be found here - https://heyworldcreative.com/