Speaking Up: Advocating for Your Health

In this episode, Donna Brendel shares an overview of her book, "Autistic Revelations: Body Edition," which explores her head-to-toe surgeries and the life lessons she learned from them. She discusses the physical and emotional scars she carries and the importance of speaking up for oneself. Donna shares tid-bits of each chapter, including additional content not found in the book. She highlights a range of topics, from the significance of finding shoes that fit properly to the impact of her surgeries on her ability to interact with her children, from the genetic aspect of bone spurs to the challenges of living with autism. Throughout the episode, Donna emphasizes the need to share her story to raise awareness about autism and inspire others.