In my previous post I identified 3 main ingredients needed to create a healthy self-care practice. I am a visual person, so I created a diagram to help illustrate: Today I’ll expound on the first area: Establishing Healthy Boundaries First let’s talk about what I mean by that term. A physical boundary, by ... Continue Reading
Five Things I Wish I Had Known When My Child Was Diagnosed With Autism
There are few things in life more stressful for a parent than discovering something is “wrong” with your child. Specifically with autism spectrum disorder, adjusting to a new diagnosis can be extremely difficult. The diagnosis itself has been described in research as one of the most stress-inducing life event related to raising a child with a ... Continue Reading
How To Make Autism Awareness Month Really Count: Part 1
Every April I am reminded to adorn my house with blue lights, post infographics on social media and give to my “favorite charity”. I field well-meaning comments from family and friends letting me know they are thinking of me, and asking where they can donate in honor of my son. It’s “Autism Awareness Month.” And to be quite honest, it aggravates ... Continue Reading
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