Opening Boxes: How to Navigate Life When You Have Autism offers an essential guide for individuals on the autism spectrum who want to break through barriers and build more meaningful, successful interactions with neurotypicals. Written by Jay Rothman, an autistic author who only discovered his diagnosis at the age of 46, this book provides practical advice on overcoming obstacles in daily life, from workplace challenges to personal relationships.
Drawing from his own life experiences, Rothman offers valuable insights into topics such as the importance of education, navigating job markets, avoiding common employment pitfalls, and building strong, lasting relationships. What sets Opening Boxes apart from other autism self-help books is its exploration of rarely discussed subjects: the power of dreams and goals, turning sadness into positivity, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.
Whether you're on the autism spectrum or seeking to better understand the unique perspectives of those who are, Opening Boxes is a must-read. This compassionate, no-nonsense guide is a powerful tool for creating meaningful change and fostering more empathetic communication between autistic and neurotypical individuals.
Jay Rothman, an award-winning writer, editor, and photographer, is also a contributor to Dr. Temple Grandin’s book Different…Not Less, Volume 2. He resides in Phoenix, Arizona, and continues to advocate for greater autism awareness and understanding.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Opening Boxes is part memoir, part guidebook for anyone navigating life with autism-whether diagnosed late in life or supporting someone who is. With warmth, humor, and hard-won insight, Jay Rothman offers a candid look at what it's like to discover you're autistic as an adult-and how that revelation reshapes everything from relationships and career to daily routines.Drawing on his experiences with autism, OCD, and other intersecting diagnoses, Rothman delivers a roadmap for better communication, deeper self-understanding, and thriving in a world that often seems confusing or overwhelming. Opening Boxes is a practical, personal, and deeply human book that will resonate with autistic readers, neurotypicals, families, educators, and professionals alike.Whether you're autistic, suspect you might be, or simply want to be a better ally, this book offers tools, stories, and perspectives that open minds-and hearts. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798992165401
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Opening Boxes is part memoir, part guidebook for anyone navigating life with autism-whether diagnosed late in life or supporting someone who is. With warmth, humor, and hard-won insight, Jay Rothman offers a candid look at what it's like to discover you're autistic as an adult-and how that revelation reshapes everything from relationships and career to daily routines.Drawing on his experiences with autism, OCD, and other intersecting diagnoses, Rothman delivers a roadmap for better communication, deeper self-understanding, and thriving in a world that often seems confusing or overwhelming. Opening Boxes is a practical, personal, and deeply human book that will resonate with autistic readers, neurotypicals, families, educators, and professionals alike.Whether you're autistic, suspect you might be, or simply want to be a better ally, this book offers tools, stories, and perspectives that open minds-and hearts. Seller Inventory # 9798992165401