"Finding My Voice Through Dragonite's Roost" ft. Andrew Arboe | TRAINER'S EYE #193

Pokémon can introduce us to a much bigger world. Sometimes, it can even give us the confidence to explore it.For autistic self-advocate Andrew Arboe, Pokémon has been part of his life since Pokémon Yellow. What began with exploring Kanto eventually grew into a love for JRPGs, traveling, public speaking, and discovering new experiences beyond the screen.In this episode of As The Pokéball Turns, Andrew Arboe shares his memories of secretly searching for Wi-Fi to use the GTS, putting 900 hours into Pokémon Diamond, rediscovering his love for Black 2 and White 2, and how video games helped him develop new ways of understanding and expressing himself.He also explains why Dragonite became his favorite Pokémon. A Pokémon whose kindness, resilience, and hidden strength reflect qualities Andrew continues developing within himself.Because sometimes the games we grow up exploring help prepare us to explore a much larger world.SourcesOpening Song: "Forget You" by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay Send us Fan MailSupport the showVisit our website: www.asthepokeballturns.comJoin Our Discord Community!https://discord.gg/AqAbD7FbRtMailing AddressP.O Box 117Addison, TX, 75001Your next Pokemon adventure begins here!Disclaimer: This podcast is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by The Pokémon Company International.