Colette Philcox's guest appearances

Colette Philcox

The FASD Success Show

Susan Rich

Jody Jordan

Gigi Davidson

Audrey McFarlane

Jennifer VanLeuven Shadel

Catherine Lebel

Jeffrey Wozniak

Stephanie Burns

Lisa Murphy

Angela Geddes

Linda Rosenbaum

Jordan Smith

Ira Chasnoff

Patti Crouch

Vanessa Spiller

OwlTail

I am stoked to talk to Colette Philcox today – not only an individual on the spectrum, but the daughter of Brian Philcox and Bonnie Buxton – and the inspiration for Bonnie’s book: Damaged Angels. Colette is a mother of two – one on the spectrum, is an advocate and holds down a job in the film industry. Colette story will inspire hope in individuals and caregivers. Adopted at 4, she was on the streets and addicted to crack by her mid-teens. Now 40, you will be as captivated by her candor, honesty and insights on: Living life on the street (she estimates 85% on the streets are on the Spectrum) and the constant connection her parents kept with her. What it was like being in an abusive relationship and having to choose between getting beat up or having a drink while pregnant: and how she worked through that guilt.  How she manages employment and her day to day coping strategies. Who her support system is: her adult children, her partner and her pets.  We wrap up with her advice for individuals and caregivers. And it isn’t telling your child: “You could do better. People, in general will always try their best, this is where expectations and reality clash.” I have watched Colette grow and mature. Colette is a great example of what can be accomplished through love, sticking it out and sheer tenacity of will.   Support the show

I am stoked to talk to Colette Philcox today – not only an individual on the spectrum, but the daughter of Brian Philcox and Bonnie Buxton – and the inspiration for Bonnie’s book: Damaged Angels. Colette is a mother of two – one on the spectrum, is an advocate and holds down a job in the film industry. Colette story will inspire hope in individuals and caregivers. Adopted at 4, she was on the streets and addicted to crack by her mid-teens. Now 40, you will be as captivated by her candor, honesty and insights on:  Living life on the street (she estimates 85% on the streets are on the Spectrum) and the constant connection her parents kept with her. <ul><li>What it was like being in an abusive relationship and having to choose between getting beat up or having a drink while pregnant: and how she worked through that guilt.  </li><li>How she manages employment and her day to day coping strategies. </li><li>Who her support system is: her adult children, her partner and her pets. </li></ul> We wrap up with her advice for individuals and caregivers. And it isn’t telling your child: “You could do better. People, in general will always try their best, this is where expectations and reality clash.” I have watched Colette grow and mature. Colette is a great example of what can be accomplished through love, sticking it out and sheer tenacity of will.   <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/FASDSUCCESS" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

#021 Colette Philcox, From the Streets to Success