Dear Friends,

I wanted to personally share something I think you’ll find really meaningful. Dr. Temple Grandin, someone I’ve admired for years, has recorded a talk on the importance of teaching life skills to autistic individuals.

Here's a short video of her talk.

In her down-to-earth way, Temple highlights what really matters for independence—things like preparing for a job, building confidence, and learning to “do real things” early on. She also offers practical advice for parents, educators, employers, and support workers on how to best support autistic people to thrive in the real world.

Here are just a few of the things she covers:

• The most essential life skills for independence
• How to prepare for the workforce and find a job
• Why early exposure to practical tasks makes such a difference
• Encouragement and tips for families, teachers, and employers

👉 Watch the full video here

I hope you’ll take the time to watch—it’s full of wisdom, encouragement, and practical steps that can make a real difference.

Warmly,

Karen