Life as an Autistic Teen with OCD (And Several Other Conditions) 

"I have to meet him where he is, and not always expect him to be where I am" is such a simple, yet profound & important message.

Chris knowing how hard it would be for the kid to imagine and still trying to push it: priceless

"I'm special and so are you, and so is everyone" Oh my heart! He's such a sweetie!!🥺❤❤❤

JON TALKING ABOUT BLUES CLUES IS THE SWEETEST THING IM CRYING OF HAPPINESS

Jon has so much wisdom, we could learn a lot from the "Everything is awesome," approach to life.

i’m autistic and yeah i can totally relate with jon. making a friend is pretty damn hard for me.

I would love to be Jon's friend, and I think I would understand him better than a lot of people because I actually have Autism and I know a lot of people who also have autism.

He seems like a fantastic guy with a brilliant mind. Would love to see another update in a couple years!

Awww, I think when Jon is older he'll really appreciate the ending of this video.

Comments are back on!! Jon is my favorite individual you've interviewed on your channel!!

When you acted out being a genie I laughed and was awed. Your ability to communicate with everyone at their level is very special.

This is one intelligent kid. I bet he likes to pull things apart, then work out how to put it back together again as my son did. He’s a champion. My son was diagnosed having an Autistic spectrum at 3, he was very hyperactive with repetitive behaviour such as OCD, and he was in his own world exploring and solving, not very social with other children, he required teacher aids at school, he was also positive and a good learner. Today he’s 27 and works for a head office firm on computers, he’s a genius with math and numbers. The sky’s the limit for Autistic kids and kids with special needs, he will be a big achiever 😊❤

This guy is soooo handsome. He has so much life and personality in his eyes. They light up!

I love that he ends the video with “many more years of friendship” as if he didn’t just get teacherzoned 🍎🤣🍏 What a wonderful video and relationship. Jon, his parents, and Chris are absolutely delightful! 💖

This is the first video I watched of sbsk a little over a year ago. It was an amazing introduction into this beautiful community. I'm so glad that the comments are back, i've always wanted to comment on these videos and I know you've worked so hard for so long to get the comments back and now that there back it's truly an amazing feeling

Awww, this is so wonderful to see you getting to connect with a student you've had. His mom is so full of knowledge and insights too, especially about the investment aspect. This is good to know, being someone who works with and wants to build connections with kids with autism. They might not always externally reciprocate in the way that neurotypical people would expect them to, but that doesn't necessarily mean they don't want to connect.

I like how he said he doesn't usually find a genie lamp and doesn't want to haha

Jon is awesome! Don’t ever stop being yourself bro and keep chasing what makes you happy. 🙏🏼

Jon seems like a fun dude to be around, I hope he makes the friends he wants

I love him ❤ My son Lincoln had autism , This video brought back lots of memories , He is for ever in my heart ❤ You are wonderful Chris 💙 Love from Perth Western Australia, Australia 🇦🇺

Hes really smart. and quick . He just wants to have fun . Hes so adorable.

Bless him, he feels the need to have friends though he's most likely to be perfectly happy on his own. Outside pressure does this. So long as people are nearby (but not too close) I'd guess that would work.

This has to be one of my most favorite interviews ever. Jon is seriously awesome!

It was so wonderful watching you interview a kid you've had a yearslong relationship with! Just seeing the way he lit up being with his old teacher was great and made me smile 😊

One of the BEST Episodes ever❣️Love Jon & his Mum! Reminds me of my son Jack & myself.♥️ it’s SO hard at times, much more difficult than I would EVER have imagined, but having adhd, asd, ocd, anxiety, etc, myself, helps me understand my kids(2/6 are asd,adhd, Tourette’s, etc), and even though I’m super duper tired much of the time, I CHOSE to be a Mum & knew God would give me the kids who needed me & whom I needed to raise.❣️I’d never EVER trade our Jack for anything!♥️

Jon you are absolutely wonderful!!!! I have autism too and would like to be your friend

Omg i watch this all the time as im autistic and have adhd and this video makes me so happy

Him being able to understand or imagine better with a physical representation of the scenario is very relatable to me. These videos are helping me open my eyes and is helping me see things i have never seen before!

I love him. I have a little boy who's in the Aspire spectrum and he has the hardest time making friends. He's picked on so much at school because he's different. There's times that he doesn't want to go. The majority of the time the teachers are good to him. There's been a couple that are worse than the kids to him. I love when someone can see a person like this and love them for exactly who they are. This world is hard enough. We need to love on each other and teach others. I wouldn't trade my son for the world.

Jon, you are amazing!!! This video is truly beautiful, and I'm so glad to have seen it. I actually met Jon years back in a summer camp and have talked with him before (I'm about his age). He is as wonderful and friendly of a person and more, as shown in this video. I haven't seen him often; I hope he still lives in my area. I've always wanted to meet him again, and after seeing this, I want to more than ever! I'm not officially diagnosed yet, but I have come to understand that I'm more than likely autistic, and I understand Jon and his struggles with making friends. I would love to meet him again and be his friend! Thank you, Chris, for making this video, and I love to see that you also know him! What a small world! He is truly a great kid!

Such a sweet guy. Congrats for the good work you have put on this guy.

He is so warm and innocent. I'd love to be his friend

My grandson is autistic and would love to have a friend . Especially to play online games with .It's heartbreaking to watch . More so because he doesn't understand why the kids won't be friends. We see the beautiful and generous side to these kids but young teens won't look. It breaks my heart when he cries because his sister's have friends and he doesn't. It's a sad thing when all you want as a young male teen is a friend. There are no places for kids with autism where they live to find someone to connect with. It's a heartbreaking thing to watch their life go by without the chance for a friend , someone to relate to each other. Hopefully your son gets that chance.

Let's fill all the comments-sections of his video with love

Jon, your way of speaking is amazing. You are so outspoken. Nothing can trick you into not your point of view or way of thinking. I feel it through out the interview. This honesty is such a treasure.

When they were talking about Chris being an old teacher I thought “oh cool Chris got him to use his imagination” but then the end when Chris says he was really Jon’s teacher in 2012 and there was a picture of young Chris and Jon :’) MY HEART

I have autism too don't let anyone bring you down buddy keep smiling and talk about blues clues i talk about full house and the beach boys all the time

Such a terrific kid. I love the way he expresses himself. He's so literal. I love that about him. If you knew that was his nature, he'd be so great to interact with but I can see how you'd have to not take his comments personally. I really hope that he grows up happy.

Lol. I loved the look mom gave when she said teenagers can be challenging (meaning in the typical way teens can be). Anyway, Jon is a beautiful boy and I wish him LOTS of friends and happiness!

Awesome interview, Jon is a happy and funny kid, what a special boy and I wish him and his parents all the best! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

What a lovely family !

Another amazing video. Chris is awesome!!

I just love these interviews❤ thank you for sharing these. It has made such a difference for me

Such an awesome young man! His parents are amazing, so loving & they are the perfect mom & dad for their son!

I think part of what makes you awesome is your unique way of putting things, for example "indeed" instead of the usual "yes." It makes you so interesting to listen to.

12:33 I really love that he quoted the exact fist bump from the movie Big Hero Six

It was so emotional when Jon said « I want to be you » « a teacher ». I am also teacher and working with autistic students, it has always been an awesome and wonderful adventure. Thank you for sharing so much joy and happiness ❤️

Jon you inspire me more than you will ever know 💪🏾 Keep being a great kid and I’m proud of you.

Jon is amazing 👏 thanks for sharing!!

he seems like such a nice person

This young fella is acatually a gift to our world in my opinion. Clean and pure soul is what comes to mind!

I´m an autistic person, diagnosed when i was 12yo, now I´m 40. The work that you do is so important. Thank you... you are amazing

Great video I enjoyed it it’s heartbreaking sometimes

Jon, you are awesome!

So cute! Loved this interview.

Jon is a smart, intelligent, and good-natured young man who knows how to express himself well. I have a nephew (now 26; my next older brother's second born son) whose mannerisms are not unlike his. He is also fun-loving and quite funny in his own right which I find very encouraging about those dealing/living with various kinds of challenges, and his smile and laughter are strong attributes as well. I wonder if he is an only child or has siblings older or younger than he and if the latter if they are all NT. The older brother of said nephew of mine, 32 this month, is profoundly autistic and the parents are actively involved in their community in the midwestern U.S. supporting him and others who present with serious mental/developmental challenges that will usually require lifelong attention (my brother and his wife are approaching their middle 60's now and were married 37 years ago just after I turned 20). I trust that his folks continue to hold fast as he embarks upon adulthood and would hope and pray that he can make a good life for himself as he grows and matures.

“Now we’re getting it.” ☺️🤣 he rocks. My son has ASD. You’re doing amazing mom and dad!! 🙌💚

Oh My Gosh he is so precious and so smart. I love John. You have an awesome job getting to work and play with such wonderful people. ❤

I LOVE ❤️ both Jon and his “old” teacher! I wish the world had many more just like them. I would gladly be friends with both of them. ❤

I would love to hear an update about Jon. Has he made a few friends who accept him for who he is? Is he happy and doing things that make him feel positive and fulfilled? I hope he's doing ok & his loving parents too!

Jon is awesome, he’d make a great friend.

Hi everyone: It's so nice to see you all again. I hope to meet you all one day. It's so nice to see you all again on RU-vid. Take care and stay safe.

There's just so many amazing families out there. That's what I've learned from this channel.

He's so sweet and wholesome and funny. I'll be your friend, Jon!

Thank so much for sharing this or doing this

aww Jonny is so cute when he smiles

Thanks Jon for the beautiful lesson about feels awesome!!

I absolutely love this kid! He’s just awsome ! ❤️❤️❤️

I’m still laughing at the end of this video lol! I think you are friends. I love this kid! He’s so expressive. His parents are raising a smart child…a very positive teenager.

Jon...it was super swelll seing you on the video. Thanks!!!!!!

He melted my heart ❤💙💜

Such a charming guy! So smart and funny. The world is lucky to have him!

hi jon! know this is old but Chris brought your friendliness out and i loved meeting you!

I loved Blue's Clues too!! His smile and giggle are contagious. :)

Jon is just super awesome!!!!. I hope he gets many many friends.

Yes, Jon... you are awesome and I hope you make some new friends soon. You make me laugh, so I'm sure you'll make many other people laugh, too. 😊

We often talk about how parents can help their kids on the spectrum but even before my oldest was diagnosed and with youngest (neurotypical), I taught them to be friendly with kids of all backgrounds, abilities, etc. I never forced them but I think if more parents would teach their kids to be friendlier and kinder, the playground would be a better place. My oldest has friends because his friends are very caring, which absolutely can be also be attributed to their upbringing. You don't need to be best friends with everyone but we need to be kind. Jon appears to have patient, positive parents who know how to persevere through the tough times and look for different ways to develop his strengths.

Honestly- what a wonderful young man ❤️

I love him super awesome, intelligent and I like how he sees himself. I wouldn't change anything about him

This video gave me so much hope. I have a 2 year old autistic child and it's not easy but this video showed me that I need to invest my time, love and resources in to my son early on. What an amazing young man Jon is.

He such a attractive teen, quiet bright. Amazing smile. his life would be a lot easlier if he didnt have all these other issues. lovely parents!!. Adventure is a perfect word mom said. That goes for all parents of teens. My child is mentally bright/normal but has had some medical issues for a few years now and it's been exhursting if truth was told.

the mom is so sweet and kind ! really wish she reads these positive comments ! jon is serotonin ! wish the family well, btw i'll love to be jon's friend ! i promise there are still teens who love blue clues and want to be his friend ~ ^_^ ♡

In the beginning when he laughed and Chris asked if he’s thinking about the show, that reminded me so much of my son. He’ll randomly burst out laughing and I know he’s thinking about paw patrol 🥰

Jon is a hoot! He reminds me of my oldest Grandson in so many ways! My grandson has Aspergers's, as does his Dad (my oldest Son). I have Tourette's Syndrome, as well as Aspergers.

So cheeky

"Now we're getting it!" My favourite moment made my day

Linda história. Criança adorável. Por mais vídeos com legenda em Português (Brasil)

Jon, you are awesome 😊

Update on Jon he’s so amazing ❤😊

Chris, you are a great friend. I wish for Jon to meet many people in his life, that will truly enjoy being his friends. He is a very nice, handsome young man, and bright in his own way. I really like his uniqueness, and sincerity. God bless him and his parents. 🤩👍😎

be yourself and i love you no matter what .

I love the big hero six reference he did after the fist bump! 😊

Excellent! Very positive. Awesome boy. And parents.

He broke my heart when asked if he could have 1 wish and replied "i dont want to be alone at the water park"... As a mom of a high functioning autistic son, i say ALL kids deserve friends....

LOVE THE BIG HERO 6 REFERENCE! Go Jon!

Oh I LOVE HIM!!! HE IS A GREAT YOUNG MAN!

The Baymax bit tore right through my heart.

Esse garoto é adorável, um coração puro.

I have also trouble accepting a former teacher as a friend . A teacher for me is one you look up to and not a friend even if he’s no longer a teacher. But Chris makes everyone feels as a friend regardless.

This means something different knowing my best friend has autism and for the record they are the kindest sweetest people in the world and they won’t judge you like everyone else they understand everything they might just have a different way of showing it but they are people too are they are more amazing than you can ever imagine