EP 1 - Adrian's Story: Fatherhood, Autism & His Life Journey
Adrian left school at 16 to chase a career in automotive refinishing. Today, he's a family man, married 23 years with a son and a daughter, both on the autism spectrum, navigating the challenges and triumphs of raising neurodivergent kids while building a career in automotive sales.
In this raw and honest conversation, Adrian opens up about:
The bold decision to leave school at 16 and what he'd tell his younger self now
When autism entered their family's world and how it changed everything
Breaking down misconceptions about autism that society still gets wrong
How he and his wife have advocated for their kids in schools and the community
Managing his own mental health while supporting two kids on the spectrum
What "the boxer within" means when you're fighting battles nobody sees
23 years of marriage through the thick of it and how they've made it work
Adrian's story is about resilience, real talk, and showing up every day even when it's hard. If you're a parent navigating neurodivergence, working through your own identity, or just trying to balance it all, then this one's for you.