Finding Meaning in Life (Bonus: Art Healing Session)
What is the meaning of life? That is an ancient yet simple question that has puzzled humanity since the time we became self aware of our mortality. It can crop up from time to time, such as when someone on the autism spectrum gets their diagnosis or even before that deals with suffering from every day life.
So join me in a little art healing as we go over such a subject with my own perspective of this gigantic question and see where it leads you.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Autism and Food Sensitivities
When we think of autism, how many of us think about not just the diet, but possibly how some autistic kids react to different foods? How do we keep them trying new things instead of restricting themselves to just 5 foods? This is what I will be discussing with my next guest J. R. Reed on his food blog that is dedicated to autistic food sensitivities and his own journey on the autism spectrum.
J.R. Reed is an autism self-advocate, speaker, writer, food freak, cookbook fanatic, and Kansas City Barbeque Society judge. After spending many years working in and running restaurant kitchens, he moved to his home kitchen where he worked on perfecting his food creations. Now he’s sharing those recipes and stories on his sensory-friendly food blog, My Autistic Kitchen.
To J.R., food is a blank canvas, and he likes to color outside the lines.
Investing in the Crypto World
When we think of cryptocurrencies, we think of in terms of how we invest in stocks. But is that the only method, or is there more to it? I will be asking my next guest Tucker Bearden on this subject as I learn about how it is used in other ways, as well as reasons some people hesitate from jumping in despite growing popularity with recent national/world events.
Tucker Bearden is a Certified Ziglar Legacy Speaker, Autism Advocate, Best Selling Author and Communications Expert that travels the country inspiring people to take life to another level, while also teaching people how to earn residual returns on their money without the hassle of starting a new business, or learning any complex new skills.
"If you can go out and be the spark that lights the way through the darkness for at least one person a day in any shape, form, or way, it won't matter if your name isn't remembered throughout history or you even get rich in the process, your entire life will have been worth while" - Tucker Bearden
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Healthy Living on the Spectrum
What is the importance of your health, both body and mind, for people on the autism spectrum in comparison to someone who is not? We will be discussing that with our next guest Jimmy Clare, who hosts his own podcast called CrazyFitnessGuy Healthy Living Podcast that shows how autistics can live a healthy and active life.
Jimmy Clare is an Autism Advocate, motivational speaker, author, and founder of CrazyFitnessGuy.
Learn more about the CrazyFitnessGuy Podcast, visit: https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/
To learn more about the host of Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast, visit: www.ChristopherCasson.com
If you would like to support this podcast, visit and donate at: www.patreon.com/thruautisticeyesofficial
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Healing From Within
Many of us have come from situations that can be rather traumatizing, usually from childhood. So how does one decide to move forward despite everything that has happened? How does one change such behaviors and habits learned from such traumas? Enter my next guest: Victoria Finch aka The Heart Healer as we explore different ways to heal and grow beyond whatever we face in life.
Victoria Finch is an international best-selling author, mentor, and life coach who specializes in inner child healing and PTSD. With over 30 years of experience in the field of energy healing and personal development, she holds a number of certifications from areas such as the International Board of Coaches and Practitioners and a Master Clinical Hypnotherapist in the International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine. Others include Master Practitioner of Emotional Freedom Techniques, Thought Field Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Life Coaching, and Solution-Based Life Coaching.
She uses a range of techniques and approaches to facilitate healing and transformation. She is especially passionate on helping people heal their inner child wounds and release trauma to move forward with confidence and joy.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Mentoring Autistics
We all want the best for people on the autism spectrum to live fulfilling lives, but mentoring them can be quite the challenge that requires a different skillset. This is especially true when they reach adulthood and are still figuring out themselves. So lets ask Dr. Loren Michaels Harris on how he has mentored people on the autism spectrum who want to become paid speakers.
Dr. Loren Michaels Harris strives to motivate, inspire, and uplift every person that crosses his path. Loren is the host of the daily interview talk show, Bathrobe Moments, and is featured on the e360TV Network, where Loren serves also as an Executive Producer. As a Mentor, Purpose Discovery Coach, Author, and TV Presenter, Loren has been heard on Larry King Live and NPR Radio, seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, and FOX. Loren has been featured on the covers of SHIFT Magazine, the first openly gay service member and first African American Man to grace this magazines cover; Heart of Hollywood Magazine; The Global Achievers Magazine; Courageous Men Magazine and PEOPLE Magazine.”
He is the founder of The Power of We Symposium which celebrates underserved kids of color. Loren works with an elite group of coaching clients in honing their Divine Purpose and then taking that purpose into the world. Slam The Hammer Mastermind, The LMH Coaching Rockstars, and his Elevate Masterclass, are all paths where Loren utilizes his gifts through a “paying it forward” mindset. Loren’s motto is: ‘You do the work, and I will provide the stages!’ Loren recently wrapped up the filming the movie Heathen, a made for television movie which airs on the Peacock Network winter of 2022.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Importance of Business Strategy
We all have heard on how important having a strategy is in business. As one saying goes, "Hope is not an effective strategy." Even more important when one is neurodiverse (Autism, Dyslexia, ADD, etc). So how do we begin to figure out what works best for us that moves the needle forward? That is what will be discussed with my next guest, Dr. Robert Garcia.
Dr. Robert Garcia is a visibility expert in sunny San Diego, California. He failed out of high school and two colleges due to rampant ADD and probable mild autism. He joined the Air Force and finished his Doctorate in Education after identifying his own unique learning style. Today, he is the owner of SHIFT Magazine and an eight-time author.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Importance of Connections
If anything was shown during the shutdown back in 2020, is that we have a need and drive to be connected. Especially with depression and anxiety on the rise.
Which is what I will be discussing with my next guest, Linda Tomai Duong. She is a business strategy coach, executive coach, self-leadership coach, a best selling author, inspirational speaker and the founder of 3Hearts nonprofit. Linda has been featured in a documentary that has won 24 global awards and has been inducted into the International Bestselling Authors Organization.
Linda’s life mission is to be known for inspiring others to become more than what they thought they could be and attain their ultimate happiness. “Happiness is another form of wealth, the most treasured form of wealth!”
Thru Autistic Eyes: Handling Bullies in Life (Take 2)
We typically think of bullying only in childhood, but it can happen throughout life. This is especially true with those on the autism spectrum that deal with it at school as well as with interacting with society that can make us feel isolated and suicidal. Lets take some time to talk on how to handle an issue that tends to be swept under the rug, especially in recent times with Jason Sisneros, who has his own story to tell on this subject from growing up in a domestic violence home.
Jason Sisneros is a hard-nosed, battle-tested CEO who has taken the science of performance and the art of leadership to the next level through his company, Anton Jae Global, Inc. He is widely regarded as one of the brightest minds in business and innovation. Among his past and current clients are Fortune 500 companies such as Nike, Comcast, Microsoft, and he has turned around more than 100 small to mid-cap companies, earning him the moniker, “The Architect”.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Living on the Spectrum
New year that comes with new opportunities. Yet what has happened with the podcast? What is it like growing up on the autism spectrum. Christopher Casson will be starting off the year with this episode solo on his own personal experience and what has been going on in the past year of being absent.
Christopher D. Casson is an autistic entrepreneur, artist and podcast host that went from being a reclusive that spent a majority of his time in his room towards exploring more of the world as well as within.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Autism and Martial Arts Benefits
How can Jiu-Jitsu can really help someone on the autism spectrum? Not something parents would think of first thing when raising their autistic child, yet there can be more than the eye can see as we discuss this with Paul Tokgozoglu and how it has helped him.
Paul Tokgozoglu is host of the Beyond Homo Sapien podcast about human evolution and the future of the species. He is also a business development consultant who helps businesses scale through developing comprehensive marketing systems. Check out beyondhomosapien.com to learn more about Paul and the work he's doing to advance our species through collective evolution.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: A Different View of the Disability Label
What does Sam Farmer mean by possibly the label of being disabled as a "regrettable necessity?" Recent events have changed his viewpoint on the meaning of the word, as we discuss how we and society perceives the label in a way many don't necessarily expect.
Sam Farmer is a neurodiversity community self-advocate, writer/author, public speaker and consultant for Floreo, a company that leverages virtual reality technology in teaching social, communication and other life skills for neurodiverse individuals. Diagnosed later in life as autistic, he writes blogs and articles, records coaching videos and podcasts, and presents at conferences and support groups, sharing stories and thoughts as to how one can achieve greater happiness and success in the face of challenge and adversity. A Long Walk Down a Winding Road - Small Steps, Challenges, & Triumphs Through an Autistic Lens is his first book.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: The Need of Financial Literacy w/ guest Reuben Lowing
How much do you actually know about financing? Have you ever thought about it or merely stringing along with life, being at the end of your rope constantly?
Time to educate oneself more on the subject with our guest Reuben Lowing, former Navy SEAL who decided to dedicate his life towards improving financial literacy in America.
How does this relate to autism? A better question would be, don't you want your autistic child to learn how to become as independent as possible so that they can live a better and more comfortable life? Financial literacy is a major factor in this that everyone, whether on the spectrum or not, should learn.
So let’s learn how to make better use of our finances, Thru Autistic Eyes.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast Episode 39: Being Unstoppable On Stage
Do you believe you have what it takes to be a mind blowing speaker such as Grant Cardone or Temple Grandin?⠀
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With the country slowly opening up, that means more conferences and speaking gigs. But what goes on behind the scenes? What issues come up in the speaking world? What DOES it take to command prescience and make an impact on the world stage?
Join me and my guests Jason Sisneros, Dom Faussette, Todd Speciale, Loren Michaels Harris and Tucker Bearden as we see what the world is like on the world stage Thru Autistic Eyes!⠀
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast Episode 38: Autism and Sleep with George Bailey
How can you help your autistic child get the sleep that he or she needs and not be restless?⠀
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That is what one father of five, with two of them being on the autistic spectrum, decided to invest in solving with his start up zPods, providing sensory-friendly beds for children with autism.⠀
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George Bailey is also the CMO of Vanguard International Advisory Group, along with previous work experience in the financial services, previously a language instructor for teaching Mandarin Chinese, Danish and English, and much involved in the St. Louis community through his church.⠀
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Learn more on how we can help autistic kids rest easier, Thru Autistic Eyes!⠀
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast #35: Inspiring Our Youth
Demond K Ross is a speaker, trainer and coach primarily serving schools and youth organizations. He currently serves as an assistant dean at a therapeutic day school where they educate and support students with varying ranges of social and emotional disorders. From stage Demond speaks to youth, sharing his experiences dealing with limiting belief and overcoming the need to be perfect for acceptance. He also works with individuals and organizations training and coaching them how to better manage habits of thinking with principles through Habit Finder of The Og Mandino Institute.
Join us as we see what our youth of today have to face, Thru Autistic Eyes.
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Ep. 32 Finding Your Voice Through Art
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Ep. 31 - Growing Your Community
Thru Autistic Eyes Podcast: Ep. 27 Overcoming Yours w/ Garrett Brumfield
Lets Talk Over A Beer: St. Patty's Day Mukbang + Current Events
