162. From Silence to Celebration; A Rollercoaster of Emotions
In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom Podcast, host Shannon Urquiola explores the topic of talking about your children on the spectrum with others. She shares her emotional journey, acknowledging moments of sadness and discouragement but also emphasizing a sense of hope and belief in possibilities. Shannon encourages using positive language when describing children with autism, opting for "challenges" instead of "weaknesses," or "deficits". Explaining autism to your child’s peers and their parents and just onlookers when you are out and about in your own communities is an essential step in creating a more inclusive and accepting world for individuals on the spectrum. By fostering understanding and providing education to help those who don’t know, we can bridge the understanding gap and build a supportive network for our children. Your experience with autism will teach you profound life lessons. Additional Resources:Join The Not Your Average Autism Mom Movement 54. Understanding Memory in Autism 109. Why Waiting is So Difficult If there is a specific topic that you would like us to talk about on the podcast, email us directly at info@notyouraverageautismmom.com If you want to change your life and become Not Your Average Autism Mom, get all the details at www.notyouraverageautismmom.com We would love to walk alongside you on your unique autism parenting journey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shannon-urquiola/support