Beyond Awareness - Diana Pastora Carson

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Autism Odyssey

Betsy Hicks Russ

44 episodes

1 day ago

Autism Odyssey is a warm, uplifting, and often humorous podcast exploring new ways to understand and support the autistic experience. Host Betsy Hicks-Russ shares heartfelt stories, practical caregiver tips, and soulful insights on presuming competence, alternative communication including the letterboard, and nurturing body and mind through nutrition and awareness. Each episode invites listeners to expand perception, laugh often, and celebrate the brilliance within every unique journey.

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Beyond Awareness - Diana Pastora Carson

Autism Odyssey

44 minutes 11 seconds

1 month ago

Beyond Awareness - Diana Pastora Carson

Betsy Hicks-Russ and Diana Pastora Carson explore the profound impact of sibling relationships in the context of autism. Diana shares her journey growing up with her brother Joaquin, discussing the challenges and triumphs of advocating for his inclusion and well-being. They delve into the importance of presuming competence, the evolving understanding of ableism, and the need for systemic changes in education and support systems. The discussion emphasizes the role of siblings as advocates and the spiritual journey of caregiving, highlighting the importance of community awareness and the future of disability advocacy.

Diana Pastor-Carson

https://www.dianapastoracarson.com

Betsy Hicks-Russ

https://Betsyonthego.com

Takeaways

*Diana emphasizes the importance of sibling perspectives in autism advocacy.

*The relationship between Diana and her brother Joaquin has shaped her advocacy work.

*Presuming competence is crucial for empowering individuals with disabilities.

*Advocacy requires a community effort and systemic change.

*Diana's journey reflects the challenges of navigating responsibilities as a sibling.

*The importance of mental health support for caregivers is highlighted.

*Diana believes in the spiritual journey of caregiving and learning from those with disabilities.

*Awareness of ableism is essential for creating inclusive environments.

*The conversation stresses the need for better housing and support systems for individuals with disabilities.

*Diana's work aims to redefine disability awareness in educational settings.