Our experiments with Autism - A never ending journey

  Last week, Akshat had a birthday party to attend. The invite came just two days before, so I checked with him first: Did he really want to go? He nodded with a confident “yes.” From that moment, our little countdown began. Over the next two days, I gently prepared him—talking about where we were going, who would be there, and what he could expect. These small conversations have become a part of our routine, and they work wonders. Lately, Akshat has been showing a growing interest in social events, and he handles them quite well. Of course, there’s always a time limit, and I always honour that boundary. One of our unspoken rules is simple: we stay as long as he feels comfortable. No pressure, no expectations—just presence. Over the past year, I’ve noticed a quiet but powerful shift. Akshat is coping better with social situations, stepping into them with more curiosity and less hesitation. Watching him choose to go out, engage, and enjoy in his own way has been heart-warming. ...