Tune in as we expose the raw reality of the intense exhaustion of parenting an autistic child that can feel all-consuming. We dive into the common experiences of feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and “running on fumes,” with a reminder that it’s okay to simply be present with your child without trying to Read more…
Today we discuss hyper-empathy in autism—a condition where individuals feel others’ emotions intensely, making it challenging to regulate their own feelings. We’ll explore what hyper-empathy looks like, its potential causes, its impact on daily life, and provide practical tips for managing it. Support our mission, become a member today: patreon.com/autismwish
Heather Chauvin is a parent of neurodivergent children and leadership coach who helps ambitious, overwhelmed women break free from their fears to courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. Today she shares her expertise on tackling lack of parenting confidence, specific strategies to gain self-trust, managing Read more…
We conclude Season One with final thoughts on how to go from ‘Weathering the Storm’ to ‘Embracing Autism’ and how to transform negative perceptions of autism to one of positivity and acceptance.
In this episode, we focus on why it’s okay and even natural to go through a season of grief after an autism diagnosis and how to overcome it with a simple change of perspective.
