AI Helps Me Find My Voice

For years, I had the words in my head but struggled to get them out. As an autistic adult, communication hasn't always come easily. But today, artificial intelligence has become more than just technology. It has become a tool that helps me organize my thoughts, express my ideas, and share my story with the world.

In this episode of The Autistic Mile, I explore how AI has helped me overcome communication barriers without replacing my voice. The thoughts are still mine. The experiences are still mine. The message is still mine. AI simply helps me say what I've always wanted to say.

If you've ever struggled to be heard or understood, this conversation is for you.

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Episode 4: Sleepless in St. Augustine

What happens when your mind refuses to slow down? In this deeply personal episode of The Autistic Mile, Jim Gaffney shares the reality of living through sleepless nights as an autistic adult. From racing thoughts and anxiety to the emotional toll of insomnia, Jim opens up about the challenges of finding rest when your brain won't switch off.

Rather than letting those restless hours go to waste, Jim heads to the gym, turning sleepless nights into productive miles on the treadmill. Running becomes more than exercise—it becomes a way to clear his mind, protect his mental health, and transform frustration into forward progress.

If you've ever struggled with sleep, anxiety, or an overactive mind, this episode is a reminder that even life's most difficult moments can be redirected into something positive.

Every mile matters, even the sleepless ones.

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Episode 3 celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States while reflecting on the remarkable journey of autism understanding over the past century. From America's founding in 1776 to the discoveries that shaped our understanding of autism, this episode explores how freedom, awareness, acceptance, and opportunity continue to evolve.

Join host Jim Gaffney as he looks back at the milestones that changed history, the progress that has been made for autistic individuals, and the work that still lies ahead to ensure autistic adults are understood, valued, and included.

Every mile matters because every person matters.

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