How My Nonverbal Son Learned to Wait (And Why It Matters)

“Kids with autism don’t like to wait.”I heard that in a waiting room while my nonverbal son Lucas was sitting quietly a few feet away. I was ready to be offended...and then realized they weren't talking about us.What started as a simple oil change turned into something bigger. A busy drop-off counter, a quiet moment with his iPad, then a long walk through construction to a strip mall that used to feel impossible.And he handled all of it.No meltdown. No fight. No chaos.Just patience.In this episode, I talk about what changed and why it wasn’t luck. It was something we built over time. Trust, consistency, and understanding. A rhythm.I also get into what that actually looks like in real life: Why waiting used to be so hard  How things like food grabbing changed  What I do when he gets overwhelmed  ...and why this has never been a one-way street Because as much as I’ve worked to understand him, he’s been learning me too.If you’re raising a child with autism or just trying to understand progress that doesn’t always look obvious, this one’s for you.It's Here! Get the book – “Hi World, I’m Dad: How Fathers Can Journey to Autism Awareness, Acceptance, and Appreciation” on audio, digital, or print.Follow Us On TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Also, be sure to read the blog that started it all - Hi Blog! I'm Dad.