Sharing My Experience

Recently I had the opportunity to share my experience growing up with Tourette's with three educators. This was the first time I openly shared my story with people since starting Ticcing Away the Miles. Sure I have written blog posts, shared pictures on Instagram, and commented on posts but I never went out to talk with the sole purpose to educate individuals on Tourette's.

I was so nervous, then anxious, then excited, and then the cycle would repeat. I kept checking my watch and the directions, I didn't want to be late. I was meeting the educators during one of the teacher's prep time. Being an educator myself I know how precious this planning/prep time is. The fact that the teacher was willing to spend her prep learning about Tourette's speaks volumes to the type of teacher she is.

It was great sharing my story, knowledge, and what I wished my teachers knew about Tourette's with the three educators. They were so appreciative of all that I shared. I know I made an impact on their level of awareness and understanding for Tuorette's, which in turn, will have a positive impact on students in that school. I had a few great teachers, have worked side by side with some great teachers, and now I can say I have shared by story with some great teachers. Hopefully I can share it with more teachers very soon.