Listen "Ghada Elias shares her journey of learning, researching, and adapting to her children's needs."
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textSHOW NOTESIntroduction:● Ghada introduces herself as a mom of two kids with special needs: one with Asperger's and the other with autism● Expresses gratitude for her children and how they've changed her for the better Ghada's Children:● Daughter is 22 and in college, daughter with Asperger's● Son is 20, son with autism, always going to live with GhadaGhada's Journey as a Special Needs Mom:● Initially struggled with lack of understanding and support from medical professionals● Started therapy for daughter at a year and a half, son at one year old● Son diagnosed with autism at three and a half● Ghada's journey of learning, researching, and adapting to her children's needs● Relies on faith and prayers, particularly with a strong connection to Blessed Mother MaryChallenges and Lessons Learned:● Highlights the challenges of being a special needs mom, including stress and struggles● Acknowledges the grief process and the journey of acceptance● Emphasizes the importance of addressing sensory dysfunction and pain in children with autism● Shares personal experiences and insights into parenting non-verbal children Self-Care Practices:● Talks about the importance of self-care, including traveling and joining a boot camp class● Describes the transformative power of mindfulness in her life and relationships Future Plans:● Plans to write a book about her journey as a special needs mom● Offers mindfulness and life coaching services, including a pilot class at a reduced feeWhere to Find Ghada:● Website: savoryourseasons.com● Email: [email protected]● Facebook Life Coaching and Mindfulness by Ghada● Instagram. @savoryourseasons Words of Wisdom for Special Needs Moms:● Encourages moms to pick their battles and find joy in life● Advises celebrating small victories and practicing love, kindness, and faithGhada Elias is a Certified Life and Mindfulness coach and Clarity Catalyst trainer. Ghada is a proud mom of two incredible kids, each with their unique journey. Her son, now 20, navigates the world with severe autism. The family's journey has been filled with twists and turns, but it's a story of strength, love, and unwavering determination. Through it all, Ghada has gained something precious: confidence, joy, and inner peace. Ghada's goal is to be a guiding light for those navigating their own paths.Music Acknowledgement: Audio Coffee - Denys KyshchukLink for book: The S.H.I.N.E. Principle: The special needs mom's path to strength, hope and happinesshttps://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CW18ZXGX (Canada)Learn more about your host at:https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/
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