Embracing Change And Building Bridges: A Journey Into Autism Awareness

Lungamhlongo
3 min readJan 9, 2024

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Dear Readers,

I Hope This Post Finds You In Good Health And High Spirits. Today, I Want To Share A Bit Of My Heart, A Reflection On The Transformative Journey We’ve Been On Together In The World Of Autism Awareness.

When I First Embarked On This Path, Little Did I Know The Profound Impact It Would Have On My Life And, Hopefully, On The Lives Of Those Who Have Become A Part Of Our Community. Life, Like The Ever-Evolving Puzzle Of Autism, Presents Unexpected Challenges And Delightful Surprises.

As Many Of You Know, The Journey Of Caring For My Son, Who Is On The Autism Spectrum, Led Me To Make Choices That Reshaped The Trajectory Of My Life. In The Midst Of Those Challenges, A Passion For Writing Emerged, A Flame Ignited By The Power Of Words To Foster Understanding And Support.

Our Shared Space Here On Medium Has Become A Sanctuary Of Shared Experiences, A Place Where We Bridge The Gap Between The Autism Community And The Wider World. Together, We’ve Laughed, Learned, And Leaned On Each Other Through The Ups And Downs.

However, As With Any Journey, There Are Times When Unexpected Roadblocks Appear. Recently, My Blog Faced A Challenge — A Hurdle That Could Impact The Continuity Of Our Shared Exploration And Understanding. The Domain For The Autism Blog, The Very Bridge That Connects Us, Is At Risk.

Now, Before You Worry, Let Me Reassure You That This Post Is Not About Seeking Sympathy Or Making A Desperate Plea. Rather, It’s An Acknowledgment Of The Power Each Of Us Holds To Support The Things We Love.

Supporting What We Love Is A Celebration Of Shared Values

In This Vast Digital Landscape, Where Our Stories Resonate, Where Insights Are Shared, And Where Understanding Grows, Each One Of Us Plays A Crucial Role. It’s About The Shared Commitment To Creating A Space That Uplifts, Educates, And Nurtures.

As We Navigate Change, I Believe In The Strength Of Our Community. It’s About Embracing The Ebb And Flow, Acknowledging That Sometimes, We Need A Helping Hand To Ensure The Bridges We’ve Built Remain Strong.

So, Here’s The Gentle Nudge

If You’ve Found Value In The Stories, Insights, And Shared Moments On Our Autism Blog, Consider Being A Part Of Sustaining This Space. Your Support, In Whatever Form It May Take, Contributes To The Continuation Of Our Journey.

I Invite You To Join Hands In Preserving The Bridges We’ve Built. Whether It’s A Kind Word, Sharing Our Stories, Or Contributing To The Renewal Of Our Blog’s Foundation, Your Involvement Is A Celebration Of Our Shared Commitment To Autism Awareness.

Ready To Be A Part Of This Celebration?

Visit My Ko-Fi Page For A Simple, One-Time Contribution Or Check Out My Gogetfunding Page For Additional Ways To Support.

In Closing, Let’s Continue To Embrace Change, Build Bridges, And Celebrate The Shared Spaces That Make Our Journey Worthwhile.

With Gratitude And Anticipation,

Lunga Mhlongo — TheAutism Guide 🌈💙

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Lungamhlongo
Lungamhlongo

Written by Lungamhlongo

If AUTISM were a language, I would not speak it fluently, but I would be a native speaker of it. https://www.theautismwall.com. https://ko-fi.com/theautismguide

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