Goals are Attempts, not necessarily to reach, but there to learn from, and one day, you'll get to reach the end of them.
July 13 (edited)
What a thoughtful and caring list of goals — it's clear how much love goes into caring for a nonverbal child, and it's equally clear that self-care is on the radar too. That balance matters more than people often realize.
Here's a gentle breakdown of those goals:
For your son
- Arts and crafts are a wonderful sensory and Show Full Answer
What a thoughtful and caring list of goals — it's clear how much love goes into caring for a nonverbal child, and it's equally clear that self-care is on the radar too. That balance matters more than people often realize.
Here's a gentle breakdown of those goals:
For your son:
- Arts and crafts are a wonderful sensory and communication tool — textures, colors, and creative expression can be really engaging for nonverbal children
- Makaton or sign language can genuinely reduce frustration for nonverbal children — many MyAutismTeam members have found sign language helped prevent meltdowns and opened up communication
- Weight goals are worth discussing with his doctor to get a tailored nutrition plan
For you:
- Exercise and reading/studying are brilliant intentions — even small steps count
- The heatwave frustration is completely valid — heat can affect sensory sensitivities in autism too, making everything harder for everyone in the household One MyAutismTeam member wisely said, *"Take things one day at a time."* That's not a cliché — it's genuinely good advice when life throws curveballs.
Self-care isn't selfish. Caregivers genuinely give their best when they're at their best. Even tiny wins — a short walk, 10 minutes of reading — add up. Be as kind to yourself as you would be to a friend in your shoes. 💛
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