Life On The Spectrum with Tanner Smith

About this episode

Tanner Smith shares his experiences living on the autism spectrum, emphasizing the importance of patience, connection, and gratitude.

This episode of Laugh Lines stayed with me in the best way. This week, Penn and I sit down with Tanner Smith from Love on the Spectrum , and what starts as an interview quickly turns into something so much more meaningful. Tanner shares what it’s like to live on the autism spectrum in a way that’s honest, empowering, and incredibly hopeful. He reminds us that autism looks different for everyone. It can mean learning differently, needing more time, having deep passions, and even living a full, joyful life. We talk about purpose, routines, and the importance of patience for parents and for ourselves. And in a twist we didn’t see coming, Tanner interviews us! He has worked very hard on his conversation skills and it shows. (Seriously, get this guy a podcast!) We also hear from his sister, Midge Smith, about the work she’s doing with Wable—an app helping the neurodivergent community find friendship, employment, and connection. This episode is a reminder that joy isn’t complicated. It’s gratitude. It’s connection. It’s choosing to see the good, even when life isn’t perfect. (And if you’re having a hard day? Tanner’s got you.) We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kim Holderness, Penn Holderness

Guest: Tanner Smith

Topics covered

• autism spectrum
• neurodiversity
• personal growth
• communication skills
• parenting
• connection

Keywords

• autism
• neurodivergent
• communication
• joy
• connection
• parenting
• Wable
• Love on the Spectrum

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Love on the Spectrum, Wable

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