Summary
Join Anna Kennedy as she interviews Jo Luck, a remarkable woman who turned her autism and ADHD diagnosis into a superpower for success. Jo shares her journey from being a silent child who flew under the radar at school to becoming a three-time world champion kickboxer and passionate advocate for autism awareness. Her late diagnosis at age 23 was like finally being able to read a book that had been in a foreign language her whole life, helping her reframe all her childhood experiences and understand why she struggled with social situations and academic performance despite her intelligence. Through her role as a patron of Anna Kennedy Online, Jo has become an inspiring speaker and created a successful comic strip book that reached audiences as far as Canada, helping parents and autistic individuals worldwide. Her story demonstrates how diagnosis can be both a relief and a revelation, opening doors to self-understanding and the ability to help others navigate similar challenges. Jo’s resilience shines through as she discusses overcoming mental health crises and using her platform to change perceptions about disability and autism in society.