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Formerly Special Needs Moms - Circle of Strength.

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Hey, I’m Valerie, mom to two with disabilities (one visible, one invisible). We came up with housing solutions for our children.

This space has been created to help you navigate the journey of creating a secure, sustainable forever home for your child.

We’ll chat with parents on this path, realtors, financial planners, and other experts who can make the process easier. We'll be dropping an episode twice a month.

Seeing my eldest thrive living independent of us was a gift I didn’t always know I could give. I'm excited for you to have the opportunity to explore giving that gift to your child.

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Mom Guilt is Real - with your host Valerie

May 01, 2024 • Valerie Arbeau • Episode 31

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Title: Mom guilt is real

Summary: In this solo episode, Valerie, the host of Special Needs Moms Circle of Strength outlines five key steps to break the chains of guilt by acknowledging it, reframing perspective, setting boundaries, releasing perfectionism, and practicing self-compassion.

Key Points:

Introduction: Valerie introduces the episode, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the challenges faced by special needs parents and providing a platform for their narratives of resilience and strength.
Acknowledging Guilt: Valerie highlights that feeling guilty is a natural emotion for parents of special needs children, reflecting their deep love and concern. Acknowledging and accepting these feelings is the first step toward managing them.
Reframing Perspective: She encourages reframing negative thoughts into opportunities for growth and learning, emphasizing gratitude and resilience in facing challenges.
Setting Boundaries: Valerie discusses the necessity of setting boundaries to preserve mental and emotional well-being, advocating for saying no to commitments that drain energy and contribute to guilt.
Releasing Perfectionism: Letting go of the notion of being a perfect parent is crucial. Embracing imperfection and focusing on progress rather than perfection can alleviate guilt and stress.
Practicing Self-Compassion: Valerie emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself, practicing self-care regularly, and recognizing the strength and resilience within.

Closing: Valerie concludes by reminding listeners of their remarkable strength and courage as special needs parents. She encourages them to Live with Intention, Embrace the Journey, and draw from the circle of strength that surrounds them.

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Music Acknowledgement: Audio Coffee - Denys Kyshchuk

Link for the book: The S.H.I.N.E. Principle: The special needs mom's path to strength, hope and happiness

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CW18ZXGX (Canada)

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https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/