Barbara Hippler, special education teacher and learning coach, shares six essential encouraging messages for autistic students. She conveys key messages about self-acceptance, appreciation of individual strengths, and the right to seek support.
1. You are good just the way you are.
Everyone is different and that makes the world exciting. Your uniqueness is valuable.
2. Your strengths count.
You have special skills and talents. These can help you to achieve great things.
3. It’s okay to be different.
The world needs people who think differently and bring new perspectives with them.
4 You are not alone.
There are other people who have similar experiences to yours.
5. You may ask for help.
It is not a weakness, but a strength to seek support when you need it.
6 It’s okay to take breaks.
You can take time to recover if something gets too much for you.