Be Curious, Not Afraid: Gregory Tino on Friendship & Authentic Communication
“What a miracle to finally have some control in my life.” — Gregory C. Tino
On This Episode…
Erin sits down with author and advocate Gregory C. Tino and his mom, Linda, to talk about unreliable speech, apraxia, and what it means to communicate authentically as a nonspeaking autistic person. Gregory shares how Spelling to Communicate (S2C) became a reliable pathway for expression, why separating speech from communication changes everything, and how movement, nature, and family support keep his system grounded.
Episode Highlights
This week we talk about:
Gregory’s journey with Spelling to Communicate (S2C) and finding a reliable voice after years of unreliable speech
Understanding apraxia and what it means to have “a mouth with a mind of its own”
Be curious, not afraid: how curiosity opens doors to inclusion and friendship
Learning how to be a friend to nonspeaking autistic people—and why it matters just as much as any other friendship
Using biking and movement for regulation even when your body feels unreliable
How nature and exercise lower anxiety and help the body find steady ground
Gregory’s books for kids and families that build understanding and kindness
Donating book proceeds to Inside Voice, the Spelling to Communicate center that continues to support his work
Connect with Gregory
Guest Links
🔗 Follow Gregory on Instagram → @GregoryTino31
🔗 Connect on Facebook → The Autistic Mind Finally Speaks
🔗 Visit The Autistic Mind Finally Speaks → Website
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