Discover what’s possible when you learn to accept yourself.
Mary Johnston is a 21-year-old Autistic Self-Advocate from New Hampshire. She hosts a blog called Autistic Rainbow 15 where she shares LGBTQ+ and disability-friendly tips, as well as information about inclusion and disability rights. A long-time member of our online Global Autism Community, Mary recently joined the moderator team to help ensure our space remains safe and respectful.
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
- Mary receiving her diagnosis at 12 years old
- Receiving occupational therapy and speech therapy in school
- Coping with bullying and how she processes her feelings
- Her autistic strengths
- A poem she wrote titled “A Letter to My Autism”
- Service animals and our shared love for dogs
- Sensory struggles related to lights, sounds, and close proximity to other people
- Challenges with finding employment
- Her dream job
- Derealization, anxiety, and depression
- What she likes about being a community moderator for the Global Autism Community
- Puzzle piece representation
- Advice for other autistic women
To learn more about Mary, please visit Autistic Rainbow 15.
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