Day 10 of the 12 days of Christmas Series! 🎄☃️🎊 In this episode, your Local Neighborhood Baby interviews Thomas R. Wilson from R & H Creative Advocacy, who shares his journey of using storytelling and Dungeons & Dragons as tools for healing within the neurodiverse and mental health communities. Thomas discusses the importance of empathy, the impact of sensory-friendly events, and how personal experiences shaped his advocacy work. He emphasizes the transformative power of creativity in healing and the need for community support.

Key 🗝️ Takeaways:

• Perfectionism can be a challenge, but it's manageable.


• Stories connect us and help us understand our experiences.


• Creating sensory-friendly events is crucial for inclusivity.


• Dungeons & Dragons can facilitate personal growth and healing.


• Empathy is essential in resolving conflicts and understanding others.


• Creative practices require patience and openness to questions.


• Transforming personal pain into stories can resonate with others.


• Community connection is vital for mental health support.


• Listening is as important as speaking in communication.


• The work of advocacy is about empowering others, not seeking fame.

Guest Bio:

Thomas R Wilson is a professional Advocate, Writer, Consultant, Business Owner, and Sensory Friendly Event Specialist. His work is centered around an empathic and person-first mindset that works to empower and uplift community voices. His work is inspired by his own personal experiences within his life as a member of the Neuro-diverse and Mental health community.

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