40 Things I Need Most: An Autistic 18 year Young Man

A few years ago, I interviewed and provided a consultation to a family and their 18 year old son. This was one of my case studies. The family was seeking The Capability Approach, my service, to establish appropriate resources, supports for their son, and guidance for transition out of school. The young man has autism […]

How to get out of a rut and start pursuing your interests

An interest is something that draws your attention. Pay attention to what you are attracted to. Then take action toward participating in your interest. For example, if you enjoy a particular kind of music and you can sing and play an instrument, explore ways to pursue your musical interests. You can start practicing in the privacy […]

How Your Skills Relate to your Gifts

A skill is something you learn to do. It may draw upon a person’s gifts. For example if you learned to keep a checkbook, you may have a mathematical gift. A bookkeeper or accountant are careers that could relate well to your skill and gift. Dr. Jackie Marquette www.marquettestrengthsindex.com (use discount code: Index50) To receive […]

How to Turn Your Gift into A Talent

“Pursue it, chase after it, develop it, then refine it and never give up.” Dr. Jackie Marquette www.marquettestrengthsindex.com (use discount code: Index50) To receive daily posts and live chats visit: https://www.facebook.com/MarquetteStrengthIndex/ @JacqueMarquette  

Two things to know about Your ‘Gift’

A gift — something a person is born with. It’s something that comes as easily as breathing. Dr. Jackie Marquette www.marquettestrengthsindex.com (use discount code: Index50) To receive daily posts and live chats visit: https://www.facebook.com/MarquetteStrengthIndex/ @JacqueMarquette

Become Remarkably Able: Have the Life you Can be Proud Of

“Remarkably Able” is a description of an individual with autism or other disability who becomes involved in the process of exploring who he really is through opportunities to self-express. The ‘Remarkably Able’ student or adult’s unique personal expression can be revealed through his specific gift, interest, or strength. Initiating the first step with ongoing practice can […]

8 Essential Beliefs to Increase Emotional Adaptability Capability In Individuals with Autism

Are you facing any issues or concerns for an individual you know who has autism or other disability? Is he or she having difficulty adapting emotionally? Having these beliefs can help. I believe. 1. Each individual is unique and can develop to his or her fullest potential. 2. Every individual has a viable gift, strength, and/or […]

The Glow of Others’ Acceptance of my Autistic Son is Worth More to Me Than Money

The glow of someone who is warm and accepting of my autistic son is worth more to me than money. It happened yesterday at a new gym, finding Trent an awesome training coach, among the supporting staff, and in the right environment. It was their openness and their desire to make Trent feel he has […]

If your work career life isn’t going well, ask yourself these 4 questions

Do I know all my strengths? How am I using my strengths now? How do my strengths apply to a career right for me? What careers, job, or self employment is right for me? Dr. Jackie Marquette www.marquettestrengthsindex.com (use discount code: Index50) To receive daily posts and live chats visit: https://www.facebook.com/MarquetteStrengthIndex/