Traveling the World with an Autistic Child: Indira Wislocki's Inspiring Journey

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About the Guest:

Indira Wislocki, a single mother, full-time traveler, and human rights advocate originally from Argentina, embarked on a life of travel with her autistic son after losing her job during an economic crisis in her home country. With a background in anthropology and a passion for exploring the world, Indira found freedom for her son to be himself while immersing in different cultures.

Indira Wislocki shares her inspiring journey of transitioning into a full-time travel lifestyle with her son, who has autism. From facing initial challenges of fast-paced travel to discovering the benefits of slow travel and cultural immersion, Indira discusses the pivotal moments and triumphs in world-schooling her neurodiverse child. Navigating therapy, support services, and working as a virtual assistant while balancing life on the road, Indira's story is a testament to adapting to life's uncertainties and creating a fulfilling life without conventional boundaries.

Key Takeaways:

• Indira's journey from economic crisis to embarking on a life of travel with her autistic son.

• Challenges and triumphs of world-schooling a neurodiverse child while balancing work and travel.

• Strategies for cultural immersion, balancing work, and advocating for human rights on the road.

• Adapting to slow travel, finding community, and prioritizing her son's well-being and experiences.

• Valuable insights on transitioning to a nomadic lifestyle, finding financial stability, and interweaving cultural experiences into daily living.

• "Being in other places and finding something that worked for my son was crucial for his development." - Indira Wislocki

• "Children are able to run freely in some communities, making it easier for my son to explore and experiment." - Indira Wislocki

• "Traveling around is way cheaper than living full-time in one place, and the experiences outweigh the difficulties." - Indira Wislocki

• "Building a life of travel with limited resources is possible, as long as you prioritize what's important to you." - Indira Wislocki

• "For my kid, experiencing cultural settings and making local friends has been more enriching than traditional education." - Indira Wislocki

• Indira Wislocki's website

• Indira’s Instagram page

Don't miss out on Indira Wislocki's inspiring journey and insightful tips for world-schooling and balancing life on the road. Listen to the full episode for more enriching content and stay tuned for upcoming episodes!