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Ep 33: Surrendering To What Is: A Mother's Path to Acceptance and Empowerment in Raising a Child with Autism
Ep 33: Surrendering To What Is: A Mother's Path to Acceptance and Empowerment in Raising a Child with Autism
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65 minutes
Released:
Jun 17, 2024
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Podcast episode
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Join Meghan and Susan Baker in an intimate conversation that delves deep into the heart of motherhood, autism, and the journey towards acceptance. In this raw and vulnerable episode, Susan, author of the poignant book 'A Life Beyond Words,' shares her profound experience raising Andrew, her nonverbal autistic son. Susan opens up about her initial struggles, holistic approaches, and the transformative moment of surrender that changed everything. From challenging moments of despair to finding unexpected paths of communication, Susan's journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Through tears and laughter, they explore the complexities of autism, the power of acceptance, and the beauty of embracing one's unique journey. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound love that binds families together, transcending words and limitations. More from Meghan Subscribe: http://fun.meghantelpner.com Shop all courses: http://fun.meghantelpner.com/shop Join her community: https://fun.meghantelpner.com/communitylearning In this conversation Meghan and Susan discuss: Releasing expectations of a 'perfect life' and being a 'perfect' mother. The true test of resilience in motherhood. Managing the heated climate of autism terminology and how to know the 'right' and 'wrong' words to use. Susan's initial observations of Andrew's atypical development and communication and the process of diagnosis. Vxns and autism -- yes, we dare to go there. Transitioning from the need to fix her child to embracing him for who he is. The discovery of a unique method of communication for Andrew and the introduction to a brain-body movement therapy and its impact on Andrew's regulation. Susan's realization of the importance of letting go of control while still embracing holistic principles. The strength that comes from actively surrendering to what is.
Released:
Jun 17, 2024
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Podcast episode
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