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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 42 MIN

The Autistic Dancer: Understanding, Acceptance, and Awareness

from Leta's Tap Styles (And My Autistic Life) · host Leta and Amanda

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of 'Leta's Tap Styles', Leta and Amanda delve into their personal experiences with autism, focusing on how it defines their identity. They discuss how well-meaning people will often ignore that someone is autistic, using the phrase “I don’t see autism.” They discuss the misconceptions surrounding acceptance (especially when it comes to claiming acceptance is ignoring autism and the limitations autistic people face), the importance of true acknowledgment, and the necessity of accommodations. Highlighting their dance studio experiences, they recount the challenges of masking, the misunderstandings by teachers, and the emotional toll of hyper fixation. The episode features a lively and insightful conversation, interspersed with humor and honest reflections on navigating the world as neurodivergent individuals. Additionally, they share exciting updates about upcoming guest appearances and call for more awareness and genuine acceptance within the autism community.Catch Amanda and Leta on Life Stories Podcast with Shara Goswick this Thursday, April 10, 2025. Check her podcast out at https://lifestoriespodcast.com/Our Socials and websitesThe Podcast's Website: https://www.letatapstyles.comThe Podcast's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@letatapstylespodcastThe Podcast's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562557047377The Podcast/Leta's YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@letatapstylesLeta's Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/@letatapstylesAutistic Wings Dance Company https://www.autisticwingsdancecompany.org

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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Leta's Tap Styles', Leta and Amanda delve into their personal experiences with autism, focusing on how it defines their identity. They discuss how well-meaning people will often ignore that someone is autistic, using the phrase “I don’t see autism.” They discuss the misconceptions surrounding acceptance (especially when it comes to claiming acceptance is ignoring autism and the limitations autistic people face), the importance of true acknowledgment, and t...

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Send us Fan MailIn this episode of 'Leta's Tap Styles', Leta and Amanda delve into their personal experiences with autism, focusing on how it defines their identity. They discuss how well-meaning people will often ignore that someone is autistic,...

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