When you feel discouraged and overwhelmed, just one win can help. The feeling that one thing is going well; the hope you need to continue and cope with difficulties.
I was amazed when I read about getting credit just for showing up. Just being present? What parent isn’t already present all the time? Alert, poised, prepared?
Then I realized I could adjust my attitude and my sense of self by being aware of the significance of being there for my son.
Just being there, just showing up, is a win. When someone in your care needs help, and you deliver that help, the significance cannot be overstated.
Give yourself a touch of encouragement. A pat on the back. You did it! You are present and therefore, ASD or not, your child can thrive.
Excellent job! I mean it.
Thank you for showing up today. You deserve credit for embarking on a difficult journey, step by step.
How do you break through stress and take time for self-care and recognition? Please respond. I would love to hear your thoughts.
What brings you joy? What brought you joy in the past that you would like to recapture?
I invite you to respond if you would like to schedule a strategy call. We can discuss your goals together. I could JOYn you on your path to ease in parenting. JOY: Just One You.