By Ron Sandison After writing my fourth book Adulting on the Spectrum I felt like I had one thing I had not yet achieved which my brothers and friends had accomplished, own a house. Ron Sandison Autism has made life a challenge for me. Only 3% of people with autism are gainfully employed, 85% of …

By Ron Sandison September 23, 1936 – October 25, 2024 “My purpose in life is to share the stories and art of people with autism and bring hope to parents who often feel devastated by the diagnosis of autism.” Dr. Laurence A. Becker, film producer of Fierce, Love and Art and With Eyes Wide Open…

By Ron Sandison I want to encourage people with disabilities that you can accomplish great things and just because you have autism doesn’t mean you can’t do something good to help others. Micah Newcome, Author of The Adventures of Cari and Joe Dori Harrell who edited my fourth book Adulting on the …

By Ron Sandison “Eighty percent of people with autism experience depression and anxiety.” Dr. Tony Attwood After I interviewed a hundred young adults with autism while writing my fourth book Adulting on the Spectrum, I discovered one of the main hindrance to transition and independence is a hopeles…

By Ron Sandison Rain Man was the first glimpses most people had of autism and Sue Ann and I hope to take the next step and let people know that each person with autism is unique and not to stereotype us. Bella Zoe Martinez, Writer/Actress of Once More, Like Rain Man Actress Bella Zoe Martinez and f…

By Ron Sandison Having autism has helped me write books, they are very detailed, they got crazy plotlines, and I am able to keep it all straight in my head and I know it’s because I am autistic. J.D. Barker J.D. Barker is an awarding-winning New York Times and international bestselling thriller wri…

By Ron Sandison “By understanding our emotions we are able to express and share them and this prevents us from being overwhelmed and controlled by them.” Ron Sandison Many people with Autism have difficulty expressing and sharing their emotions. Instead of managing our emotional level, we allow emot…

By Ron Sandison “In Alternative Baseball we use baseball to teach our players teamwork with coaches and mentors to ensure a brighter future.” Taylor Duncan, Founder of Alternative Baseball I was excited on March 9 to meet Taylor Duncan, the founder of Alternative Baseball at the 2024 Together Confer…

By Ron Sandison My tone ‘on social media’ ranges from funny to serious, to angry to goofy, but what remains the same is my passion to get my message across and dedication to understanding more about autistic people. Paige Layle I enjoyed interviewing author Paige Layle and was refreshed by her hone…

By Ron Sandison “There is a lot of misunderstanding around autism, and through a more thorough understanding of neurodiversity we can reduce the shame and stigma surrounding them.” – Movie Producer Scott Steindorff I was excited to interview Hollywood director and producer Scott Steindorff and…

By Ron Sandison “Creative dramatics can be a bridge between the outside world and the inner world. We used what I call “rehearsing for life” with my son whenever we had something new that we needed to do whether it was going on an airplane or to the doctor.” Elaine Hall I was excited on December 3r…

By Ron Sandison In November, I became the first licensed Assemblies of God minister diagnosed with Autism in their hundred year history. Out of 38,000 credited ministers, I am the only one diagnosed with Autism. I speak at 25 churches a year on Autism and faith. Since 2015, I have spoken live to 250…

By Ron Sandison “Brewability culture is fun, we are a bar after all. The staff loves to sing and dance while serving beer. Most importantly, my team of employees is learning to socialize and their self-esteem is skyrocketing.” Tiffany Fixter, the founder of Brewability Tiffany Fixter is the founder…

By Ron Sandison  “I believe that everyone should explore the world to make their dreams come true, and if you need help along the way then ask for help and get partners who have the same passion and are willing to support your mission!” Mike DiMauro- an Autistic Advocate Mike DiMauro and I are advi…