Summary
In this episode of Parenting Neurodivergent Kids Together, Tanya discusses the challenges of parenting neurodivergent children, particularly focusing on the concept of burnout. She shares her personal experiences and insights on how burnout affects both parents and children, the emotional journey involved, and the importance of community support. Tanya emphasizes the need for parents to prioritize their own healing while navigating the complexities of raising neurodivergent kids.
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Takeaways
- Burnout can feel like a group PTSD experience for families.
- Many parents are unprepared for the reality of burnout.
- It’s essential to re-evaluate priorities during times of crisis.
- Parents often seek answers outside themselves instead of tuning inwards.
- The emotional journey of parenting includes stages of grief.
- Isolation can occur even in the presence of others.
- Community support is crucial for healing.
- Parents need safe spaces to express their feelings.
- Healing takes time and requires patience.
- It’s important to recognise one’s own worthiness of healing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
03:27 Understanding Burnout in Parents and Children
05:58 The Crisis Point: When Burnout Hits
11:27 The Emotional Journey of Parenting Through Burnout
16:52 Isolation and the Need for Community
22:21 Healing Together: Support Systems for Parents