Between Spectrums

Acts of Bravery

Hey Readers

A month ago, a young man from New York named Tyler Gianchetta saved his mother from their burning car. Now we all heard many incredible stories of courage and bravery so what makes this any different? I'll tell you it's because he is autistic. They were driving to the West Hills. They were having a discussion. But then she didn't respond to him so Tyler asked if she was ignoring him and still no answer. Then she started to shake and as she was shaking they crashed into a tree. Then the car started to smoke. Now it's a fact that some autistic people can't handle stress as much so they would sometimes freak out or go some where to relax. So Tyler could have freaked out. But he didn't instead he just let instinct take over.

At the crash site people, as they drove by, saw that Tyler was pulling his unconscious mother from the burning vehicle. breaking his hand in the process. Then just a few seconds later the car exploded. When help came, the mother was taken to the hospital for multiple broken bones and is recovering as we speak. Now how she passed out is a mystery but all that matters is that they're both okay. Tyler's father praises his son for his bravery and always knew he is a great kid. Tyler's comment about being a hero was this.

"I say don't call me a hero, I'm not a hero yet until I know she's okay"

I think she will be. Thanks to the actions of her brave son.

We all can show acts of bravery. Whether it be responding to a situation or simply standing up for whats right each of us can courageously act. What Tyler did was truly incredible. It shows that whether one has autism or not we can act and have courage. As I work on the things I lack the courage of. I invite you, No I recommend you, to have courage and whether it's saving a life or showing kindness let the instinct of courage allow us to do what we need to do. Especially helping those with autism who show us that acts of bravery can happen anytime. it's up to you.

Please feel free to comment below and like us on Facebook if like what you read. And for more info on the story of Tyler please go to newyork.cbslocal.com and search for Tyler Gianchetta. And please if you have any questions about autism please comment below.

Thank you for your time

Tay Gallagher