My name is Lindsey Eaton and I am 29 years old. I have autism but it doesn't stop me from achieving my dreams. I live independently, work at Christ Lutheran School and  attend college at Grand Canyon University through the LOPES Academy program.

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My top 4 strengths include: 

1. Building relationships:  I take time to build relationships with those I meet by talking to them about their lives, work and hobbies. As a result, I often have people loosen up to me.

2. Public speaking: One of my top strengths is being to speak in front of big groups about my experiences with autism.  Most people don't like public speaking and I love it. 

3. Fixing technology: I have always had a knack for fixing technology when it breaks. I know how to fix Apple products in most cases when they break or install new ink cartridges. 

4. Having excellent writing skills: I learned how to write really well in my English class in middle school and high school. My writing skills are really good and I maintain a blog and this website. 

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I currently work at Christ Lutheran School as their Office Assistant and help with tasks like copying, shredding and delivering lunches to the preschool classes. My favorite part of my job is getting to interact with the teachers and students.  I also enjoy reconnecting  with former students and their parents. 

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I also attend college at Grand Canyon University as part of the LOPES Academy program. I have learned skills like how to be flexible, how to communicate with co-workers and how to update my resume. I am currently in the middle of a hybrid internship within the Athletics department.  On Mondays I help with statistical data entry for the athletics Communications team.  On Wednesday I help as a. Study Hall Monitor of the Office of Student Athlete Development.  My favorite part of my internship is the all-staff team meetings that the Athletics team has. 

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I live independently at my house and have the opportunity to cook my own meals, budget my money and clean my house. My favorite things to do at my own place are hanging with friends, going shopping and eating dinner at the dining room and socializing with the dining room servers and management.  

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Last but not least, I have an amazing boyfriend who I've been with for over 5 years named Adam and we enjoy going on weekly dates together and attending church together.  We've met each others families and friends. 

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If you know me, you know I am happiest when I am speaking in front of big groups bout my journey with autism and attending conferences to learn about about this growing field. I am a proud spokesperson for organizations including Best Buddies, SARRC and HOPE Group!

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Some of my hobbies outside of work and school include: Attending sporting events, reading leadership books,  hanging out with friends and family. 

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