An Actor, an Introvert, and a Universe of Possibilities

The author in 2006.

People tend not to believe me when I tell them Im severely introverted. Its understandable, as the persona I put forward is usually that of a quirky, agreeable smart-aleck. I am animated and expressive in conversation, I engage in overtly silly play with my kids, and of course, Im an actor and musician.

To many people, my personality simply seems too big to be that of someone who is shy, anxious, or reserved, let alone autistic. Some have even told me they find me...