Autism Blog: Benjamin Breaking Barriers

Benjamin Tarasewicz is a talented young performer and public speaker, and he has autism. His inspiring life story of overcoming adversity is documented in a book: Benjamin Breaking Barriers: Autism — A Journey of Hope. This blog takes up where the book leaves off, near the end of Benjamin's sophomore year in high school. Gain a new perspective from Benjamin and from his mother, Malva.

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Ghost writer and scribe

April 22, 2012by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

Right off the bat, I want you to know that—at least for the moment—my mom is being my “ghost writer”.  She knows me so well that she can say just […]

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Background info, Challenges/"Differences", Language issues, Parenting, Social skills

Plans for the future

April 20, 2012by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

I love giving my autism presentation and plan to make public speaking an important part of what I do as an adult.  I want to make a difference in the […]

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Advocacy, Attitudes, Autism presentations, Background info, Relationships

Introduction

April 18, 2012by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

Hi there! I’m Benjamin Tarasewicz, I’m 17 years old and have high-functioning autism.  I can’t wait to celebrate my 18th birthday next fall and then to go vote for the […]

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Background info, Language issues, Relationships, Sensory issues, Social skills

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  • November News
  • Benjamin’s Quarter Century!
  • Visits to Camphills Hudson and Triform in New York
  • New York City Impressions
  • New York, New York!
  • Dogs, Dogs, and More Dogs
  • Travel Opportunities – Vancouver, BC
  • Travel Opportunities – Germany
  • Speaking at Berlin British School!
  • Garden’s Gold
  • Springing Into Spring!
  • Autumnal Equinox Update
  • School Resource Officers Conference in Colorado Springs
  • Pennsylvania Trip Wraps the Performance Season
  • Springtime Garden
  • Giving Back
  • Busy Busy Busy
  • “One-Man-Show”
  • Technology — Communication Concerns
  • Elf – KoAloha – Meditation!
  • Magical Music
  • Keynote for Kennedy Krieger Institute
  • Grandma’s Garden
  • Pee Little Thrigs and a Uke!
  • Spotlight on Benjamin and “BrainSong”
  • Spring Round Up
  • Jewish Heritage
  • Sensory-Friendly Return of “Horton the Elephant”
  • Rindercella and the Rotarians
  • “Lunch and Learn” plus Cantabile Update
  • Peter and the Wolf, Gentle Nutcracker
  • Interesting Instruments
  • Lots of Laughter
  • Brainsong Concerts
  • Lifesmartz Films
  • Benjamin’s “Music Breaking Barriers” Project
  • Music Breaking Barriers: A Sensory Friendly Concert
  • Community Connections
  • “Boulder Phil and Benjamin” Concert
  • Archived Calendar of Events
  • New Year, New Life Style
  • Graduation — and a Diploma
  • Parrot Parent
  • Pure Imagination – Signature Song
  • A Summer of Connecting with Community
  • Horton the Elephant in “Seussical”
  • Last Prom, Last Spring Concert
  • Colorado Public Radio Interview
  • Benjamin’s TED Talk
  • Benjamin in “Masterminds and Wingmen”

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