Nicola Rowan-Brooks

Nicola Rowan-Brooks, who discovered she was autistic at 55, shares her transformative journey from feeling different to embracing her true self. She discusses the profound impact of her late diagnosis, the challenges of sensory sensitivities, and the misperceptions surrounding autism and empathy. With a background in restoring teddy bears through her business, Ambrosia Bears, Nicola emphasizes the beauty of neurodiversity and the importance of community connection, inviting others to appreciate the unique strengths of autistic individuals.