NATHHAN - Nationally Challenged Homeschoolers
CHASK - Christian Homes and Special Kids
Whether it is a grandparent who just can't accept that Susie wouldn't have a reading problem if she just weren't so lazy, or people in the grocery store who have gotten my little "crash course" in autisim, the idea is the same - when we stop feeling guilty or responsible for our children's difficulties, we can deal openly and confidently with other people. And I think our positive, accepting attitudes carry over to other people and, most importantly, to our children.
Second, we need to focus on our children's strength and abilities. It is easy to become so consumed with our children's difficulties that we can forget about the things they can do. Seing more than just our children's weaknesses can help us be realistic in a positive way. Again, though we have to b careful not to take the "nor" as our only measure. Some strengths are relative to the child, but still may not reach "normal." That is ok. If it is a relative strength, we need to recognize it and build it just the same. And remembering to build on strenghts can make our goals and our teaching more more realistic.
The above article is written by Sharon Hensley
We should always focus on what our children can do and not so much of what they cannot do. It makes acceptance and life so much easier. Accept what is and take it one day at a time.
Blessings,
Evelyn
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