Autism Is Joy in Action- Autism Acceptance Month

Autism is more than a word, a diagnosis, a lived experience, or an idea; it is a complexly beautiful component of life.

While it can be so easy to post about the beauty of Autism, while many families struggle for care, assistance, allies, and hope, it still doesn't diminish the truth behind these words. Autism is beautiful, despite the struggle.

And yes, Autism is profound, and strong, and wise. Autism is a pathway to a community strong, brave, and hopeful. Yet, that doesn't diminish the struggle families go through, or the sleepless nights, or the frustration families feel dealing with a system that almost seems to work against them. But it doesn't help to highlight the importance of recognizing that our friends, allies, and family members are deserving of the very best, and that those caring for them deserve the same.

And in that, Autism teaches those brave and loving enough how to embrace challenges, how to understand words not spoken, and how to carry on with a love bold enough to pursue better things.

We, as advocates, community members, business owners, and allies, should honor that boldness and be brave enough to act with greater compassion and listen better, not just this Autism Acceptance Month but every single day afterward.

Autism Acceptance deserves to go beyond just one month, and bravery deserves to be honored always.