Elyse Myers on Neurodivergence and Giving People the Instruction Manual to You
Hello Monday with Jessi HempelShow Notes
Artist & content creator Elyse Myers initially gained popularity after a viral TikTok video about buying 100 tacos on a date. Since then, she’s built a massive following off of her compelling storytelling and unique perspective on the world. But when her followers started suggesting that she might be autistic, Elyse was surprised…even resistant. She looked into it, got an assessment, and eventually, a formal autism diagnosis as an adult.
Since being diagnosed with autism, Elyse has found herself living more authentically. Recently, she’s shared about the process of getting a diagnosis and how it has benefited her in more ways than she could have imagined.
In this episode of Hello Monday, Elyse sits down with Jessi Hempel to discuss how her new self understanding impacts the way she connects with others at home and at work. Elyse and Jessi talk about:
How an adult autism diagnosis helped Elyse understand herself better
The importance of giving people a toolbox to understand and love you
How Elyse approaches getting to know others
Missing social cues in the workplace
How neurodivergence can be an asset in the workplace
Elyse’s willingness to be open online about the personal transformation and changes she goes through
Whether you’re working with a neurodivergent colleague, navigating an adult diagnosis yourself, or wondering how autism might impact your child, this conversation offers a look at how a successful artist & creator works with her brain–not against it–to succeed.
Check out Elyse’s new book: That’s a Great Story, I’d Love to Tell You.
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