Ep169: “Don’t Stare” - Autism & What Rachel Wishes People Knew About It

What’s it really like living with autism in a world that often doesn’t understand? Meet 17 year old Rachel.In this honest and at times funny chat, Rachel sits down in the Podvan to talk through her experiences as an autistic teenager navigating high school, job hunting, social cues, selective mutism, masking, and more.She opens up about:•What autism actually feels like from the inside•The truth about “stimming,” meltdowns, and panic attacks•Dealing with bullying, judgement, and misconceptions•How NDIS support and community spaces have made a difference•Why she gave a speech to her entire school and is doing it againThis one’s an important listen – not just for people with autism, but for anyone wanting to better understand and support those who think and feel differently.Thanks to all our Patreon supporters: Patreon🌐 Podvan Website👥 Facebook Group📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTube Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.