Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries

A father’s raw journey raising a son on the spectrum. No filters, no apologies just truth, love, and the fight for belonging.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

Thank you for acknowledging autism and choosing not to judge. Every brain is different, every person matters. 💛 #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #AcceptanceMatters #EndTheStigma #DifferentNotLess

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

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Simple share would mean so much to our campaign to get a reliable car.

@MrBeast @elonmusk @backabuddy @gofundme

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

In a shop today, my son took an item straight out of a lady’s hands he loves packing shelves, so it made sense to him.

I held my breath… but she laughed and said maybe she shouldn’t buy it anyway.

Calm, kind, understanding. That moment stuck with me. #autism #family

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

Our son’s story is full of laughter, challenges, and the small moments that truly matter. We’re sharing his journey to spread awareness of autism, and we’d love for you to join us on X and Substack. Even a simple like or share can help others understand and support kids like him.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

Went for takeaway—my son was excited, stimming and happy.

Then he saw the aircon leaking. Covered his ears: “It’s an emergency.” Got upset.

I picked him up, told him it’s okay. He calmed down.

Food came—over the moon again.

Safe space + a little distraction goes a long way.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

My autistic son and our Boston terrier have a thing chasing each other around like tiny tornadoes. He laughs so hard we almost have to hit “pause.”

#NationalPuppyDay #bostonterrier #autistic #family

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

My son will watch the same YouTube clip over and over… sometimes just the first 2 seconds.

I know it looks weird to some people, but it actually helps him. It’s his way of calming down and feeling okay.
So yeah, I let him do it. I’m not here to fight it.
#autism
#ParentingTips

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

Still processing today… being told my child needs to be quieter to fit in doesn’t sit right with me. Some kids experience the world differently—and that should be met with understanding, not silence.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

I’m frustrated.

We’ve given our time and heart expecting spiritual growth, guidance, support.

Now we’re told we must keep our son “in check” so we don’t disturb others.

I thought church was supposed to help, not force us to shrink our family to fit in.

It’s not worth it.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

My son asked for space.
Another child wouldn’t stop.

He pushed him away — and now he’s the problem.

And the church wants him to change.
To be quiet. To be separate. To be “manageable.”

No.

I won’t change my child to make others comfortable.

I won’t put a church before him.

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

One of my son’s safest places isn’t his bed… it’s right behind my back.

Every night he curls in close, like that’s where the world finally feels okay. My wife is stretched out, sleeping peacefully… and I’m hanging off the edge of the bed like a cliffhanger

Wouldn’t change it

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

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@jake_theviking @kristyson_ So this topic just disappear now?

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@meelonmuskusa Twitter all the way! X sounds like another Vin Diesel Movie

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@kristyson_ Keep your fries to yourself

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@kristyson_ Finally! Get dome for what you did to your ex wife! Pedo!

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@domthebomb Gabby!

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@eNCA Because its raining in SA the coals are wet so now they have that excuse

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@thegranturismo Oh wow!! The Suzuki brings back so many memories

[Unfiltered Dad: Autism Diaries @RJ121416]

@domthebomb Last of Us then Uncharted 4