I was fascinated by the idea of people with autism having many or all areas of their brain open to information at the same time. I was looking online and found this. What an incredible gift!
It is very important to not overly romanticize autism. I don't disagree that having access to a different way of being is a gift, but in reality many children born on the autistic spectrum never outgrow the extreme internalization that occurs from over sensory stimulation of their external environment.
Like all things - there is a range of experiences, interpretations, and expressions/reactions. I believe that Josh just wanted to show a different perspective and how the experience doesn't have to be totally negative.
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ReplyDeleteIt is very important to not overly romanticize autism. I don't disagree that having access to a different way of being is a gift, but in reality many children born on the autistic spectrum never outgrow the extreme internalization that occurs from over sensory stimulation of their external environment.
ReplyDeleteA clear misinterpretation of my comment. In no way am I "Romanticizing" Autism.
ReplyDeleteLike all things - there is a range of experiences, interpretations, and expressions/reactions. I believe that Josh just wanted to show a different perspective and how the experience doesn't have to be totally negative.
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