Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio It’s about exploring, it’s about having a go. It’s not being afraid to just splash a bit of paint or it’s not being afraid to express yourself and it’s not copying somebody else. It’s finding your own, your own style that’s inside of you. – Debbie Crouch Debbie Crouch, a creative wellness therapeutic art tutor and co-author of Beyond the Ordinary, shared her inspiring journey from being told she wasn’t good at art…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Shelly Devine, a professional artist, author, and psychic medium, shared a deeply personal journey on the podcast. Despite not having an official diagnosis of Asperger’s or ADHD, Shelly’s mind works uniquely due to her abilities as a medium and her recent diagnosis of Parkinson’s. Her realization of being a medium came in 2020, following unexplained occurrences in her new home. This awakening led her to embrace her psychic abilities. Shelly’s story is a…
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Don’t be afraid to put who you are and your version of the spectrum on paper, because autistic people need that. We don’t need just one type of Autism being displayed. Please bring all of the stories and be as authentic as you possibly can be because someone is going to resonate with it. – Deandra Davis In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, host Reid Miles delves into a deep and insightful conversation with Deandra Davis, an author,…
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Caroline West, a sustainable artist and co-author of Beyond the Ordinary: 30 Neurodiverse Stories from 30 Women, shares her personal journey and insights on the Inside the Asperger Studios podcast with host Reid Miles. Throughout the conversation, Caroline candidly discusses her experiences with burnout, self-discovery, and embracing her ADHD. She reflects on her transition from burnout to pursuing her passion as an artist, highlighting the transformative power of art and sustainability in her life. Additionally, Caroline emphasizes the importance of…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Jo Phillips, an illustrator and designer from Hertfordshire, shares her inspiring journey of rediscovering her career after facing medical retirement. Diagnosed with autism in 2020 and later with ADHD, Jo’s newfound understanding of her identity has empowered her to pursue her passion for illustration, now focusing on being a surface pattern designer. Her diagnosis brought a flood of self-compassion, providing clarity to her lifelong struggles. Jo’s candid account of how medication has positively…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio The greatest gift I’ve ever given to both of my kids is allowing them to be who they are. I don’t care if they fit in. As long as they feel good about who they are, they will find their people and they will be less anxious, less traumatized because they are being true to themselves. – Lisa Richer Lisa Richer’s journey into the world of neurodiversity began with her own experiences as…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio As a mother of four neurodiverse children, Ashlee Beasly’s journey has been shaped by her own experience with epilepsy and ADHD. Growing up, she struggled with sensory issues, often finding loud noises and certain textures overwhelming. Reflecting on her childhood, she wonders if she might also be on the spectrum, considering her sensory sensitivities and unique way of processing information. Throughout her life, Ashlee has encountered challenges in advocating for her children’s education,…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio At 57, Andrea Clare Brooks, known as the Menopause Artist, discovered her artistic talent, coinciding with her realization of being neurodiverse with ADHD and potentially being on the autism spectrum. This revelation came at a time when she was navigating her children’s neurodiversity, with one diagnosed with autism and ADHD, and the suspicion that her other two children are also neurodiverse. Her journey into art began with a watercolor workshop during lockdown, leading…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio Mandy Nicholson, an artist, author, and creative retreat owner in Scotland, shares her journey of self-discovery and empowerment. At 60, she self-diagnosed herself as autistic after observing the traits in her two children, both of whom are also on the autism spectrum. The realization sparked a newfound understanding of herself and her children, leading her to support creative and neurodivergent women in entrepreneurship. Her recent book, “Beyond the Ordinary,” amplifies the voices of…
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Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudio In this episode of Inside the Aspergers Studio, Hemapriya Natesan, a former doctor turned accidental entrepreneur and e-commerce expert, candidly shares her journey of navigating ADHD while building multiple successful businesses. She openly discusses the challenges and triumphs of managing ADHD, offering valuable insights into the impact it has had on her personal and professional life. From addressing the relief of receiving an ADHD diagnosis to highlighting the benefits of hyperfocus in e-commerce,…
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