Alli Baldocchi

Not Broken - How My Son with Autism Taught Me to Live (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

I am an Autism Mom. That took me years of tears and confusion, laughter and pain, fighting and advocating, plus rationalizing and self-blame... to say and really feel. It wasn't because I was ashamed or secretive about my son's diagnosis, I was actually very loud and proud. As parents of special needs kids, we want to protect them from the label. I too was afraid to let this label, this "Autism Mom" define me, become me, swallow me whole. And just as I have treated my son as a person, as a kid, as CADEN, not as an Autistic being, I have learned that I am Alli, I am me. And yes, I am an Autism Mom, but I am so much more.

For all moms, dads, caretakers and friends of kids with special needs, let these pages show you that it is okay. They are not broken. Life is not over or ruined, worse or damaged because of this child. It is the exact opposite. You are amazing and strong and one of a kind. Embrace the life you were given because you were chosen for a reason. Special people are given special kids. Feel the magic of the gifts you have been given. Give yourself grace and know that life is hard, but it is also yours to live the way you want to live it.

Through these pages I share our inside story. With special notes, highlighted points, glossary and resources, we convey what has been important to us and what might be helpful to you as you start or continue on your journey with autism.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Nova Riley Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. August 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781734211412
• Artikelnr.: 59784002

Autorenporträt

I am an Autism Mom. That took me years of tears and confusion, laughter, and pain, fighting and advocating, plus rationalizing and self-blame... to say and really feel. It wasn't because I was ashamed or secretive about my son's diagnosis, I was actually very loud and proud. As parents of special needs kids, we want to protect them from the label. I too was afraid to let this label, this "Autism Mom" define me, become me, swallow me whole. And just as I have treated my son as a person, as a kid, as CADEN, not as an Autistic being, I have learned that I am Alli, I am me. And yes, I am an Autism Mom, but I am so much more. My careers in fashion, teaching, real estate, and interior styling, were not a waste. I have taken bits and pieces from each career, each step in my journey, to help me grow and arrive where I am today. I am a present, living my life with purpose. I feel and I love. Every small moment is noticed, and I continue to grow with each breath I take. I have joy and gratitude. I have come so far and know I have a long way to go, but I trust that I am exactly where I am supposed to be today. Now I share this journey and help others on theirs. Sitting in a place of overwhelm, not having a direction can be paralyzing. Your life can be different if you have someone guiding you, giving you the tools, you needed to bring back joy to your everyday life with unshakable confidence, clarity, and purpose. You can become your future self. I did and you can too! I am an autism mom and so much more!