Be the Sunshine: The Radiance of Lizzie Michaels

July 28, 2025

Lizzie Michaels, known by many as Lizzie Sunshine, is a 36-year-old woman living with autism and living out her message of inclusion, joy, and wholeheartedness. In this conversation, she shares her journey of growing up feeling misunderstood, learning to embrace her differences, and becoming a voice for those who have ever felt left out. She writes, works in a hospital where her care is anything but ordinary, and follows her favorite band The Struts wherever she can. Her presence is electric and her outlook contagious. Spend a little time with Lizzie and you’ll walk away feeling lighter.

Follow along on Instagram: @lizzie_sunshine_strutter_98