Not Just a Superpower: Jeffery May on Writing Autism Without the Sugarcoating | Season 2 Episode 29

Send us Fan MailWhen Jeffery May’s son Jackson was diagnosed with autism, he and his wife didn’t just search for answers, they created one. Our Amazing Minds isn’t just a children’s book; it’s a powerful tool for helping kids understand autism in a way that’s honest, inclusive, and visually relatable. In this episode, Jeffery shares what it was like to process the diagnosis as a father, how grief turned into creative action, and why representing the full spectrum of autism matters. He opens up about marriage under pressure, the overlooked emotional journey of dads, and how he and his wife turned frustration into a publishing brand. If you’ve ever struggled to explain autism to your child, or yourself, this conversation will hit home.TOPICSHow Our Amazing Minds helps children understand autism through relatable charactersThe emotional impact of receiving an autism diagnosis as a fatherBalancing attention between a neurodivergent child and a neurotypical siblingThe role of faith in navigating autism and family lifeWhy dads must avoid isolation and become more emotionally availableBuilding a family-led brand to create awareness and resourcesFuture plans for Our Amazing Minds and representation through mediaGUEST LINKSJeffery May / Our Amazing Minds: https://ouramazingminds.orgADVERTISING LINKSThe Pathfinder Collective Men's Group: https://dadsinautismland.com/dads-in-autismland-membership-the-pathfinder-collective/QUOTES:“Even though they share similarities, every autistic child is different—just like every person is.”“The diagnosis journey isn’t uniform. It’s different for every family, every child.”“Sometimes it takes seeing your story in someone else’s to realize you’re not alone.”“Structure matters—our son knows exactly what day it is and what to expect.”“You mentally start ruling things out for the future…until you hear another dad’s story that changes everything.”ℹ️ Note: Every autistic person's journey is unique. This video shares one family's experience of finding success through focusing on interests and abilities rather than limitations. Always consult with appropriate professionals when developing employment plans.Support the show