Becoming After the Breaking | Special Cross-Collaboration

Finding Your Identity in Your Autism Journey by Ruth Cassell

Episode notes

In this powerful cross-collaboration episode, Ruth Cassell and Karla Chinen dive deep into the transformation that comes after the breaking point—when life, motherhood, and advocacy no longer look the way we once imagined.

Through heartfelt stories and unfiltered honesty, they explore:

  • The emotional impact of an autism diagnosis
  • Permission to grieve and let go of expectations
  • Building resilience and redefining identity
  • The role of fathers and the importance of safe spaces for dads
  • Navigating family dynamics with compassion
  • Finding purpose and grounding after the pain

This is a conversation about courage, vulnerability, and the beauty of becoming—together.

Episode Summary

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Keywords
autism, diagnosis, family dynamics, support, personal growth, advocacy, community, parenting, resilience, mental health