Loving Lampposts

I watched another inspiring informative documentary recently. It is about Autism and what is really right and how do we proceed. It didn't give any specific answers or advice, but it was definitely thought provoking. It is essentially about one dad's quest to figure out what is best for HIS son who has autism. I highly recommend watching it.

I guess I forgot to mention the name of the documentary. It is called "Loving Lampposts"

 Also, a friend of mine sent me this quote so I had to add it to this post.

 “Everybody is a genius.  But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”  

  –  Albert Einstein

Autism has a special place in my heart. My very first clown experience was with autistic kids. In retrospect those kids should have never interacted with me. But they DID! Still not sure why, but after watching the documentary I have a little more insight.


I feel Autism is one of the most misunderstood medical "labels" out there. Most people hear the word Autism and they immediately think "Oh, boy. Low functioning, hard to handle child". A lot of Autistic people are just the opposite! And we, especially health care providers, need to start looking at Autistic people as..... PEOPLE! And individuals! Because they are all very unique, and isn't that what makes our world a special place in the first place? All the unique people in it?






I have often wondered if I have some mild autistic traits? And in thinking about it, I feel we ALL have some autistic traits in us. All part of our innate thoughts I think. Some people get a label because they have "more" of the traits or they are just more noticeable. Now, I know some are more effected than others. And I feel the solution is to try and enhance the traits to help each individual live a more happy, productive, meaningful life. Whatever that may mean to them individually. And furthermore, that is what we should try to do with EVERY person on earth. Enhance their personal traits to help them live more happy, productive, meaningful lives.


What do you think? I am starting a Documentary Club at work. A group of us are going to watch the film and then discuss what it means to us as  a society and as medical professionals. I will write a follow up post, but I invite you to join us on our journey. Any and ALL thoughts are welcome!


Now Go Out and Hug Someone Today!!!