Carrie M. Holt sat down with Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick, author of the new book, "When Dreams Are Disrupted," to talk about Sandy’s mindset journey as she was forced to step into the role of caregiver for her child. When a childhood illness changed the life of her son, it left her feeling helpless. In this episode, she shares what God revealed concerning her choices and how she’s been working with this new set of options God has given her. This conversation with Sandy will inspire you to choose an “un-disabled” mindset as you raise your child with disabilities or special needs and fill that role of caregiver.

Ep. 172: October 15, 2024

Key Moments:
[1:45 ] God-given choices persist despite diagnosis
[12:15] Humans struggle to believe God's unconditional love
[17:12] Trustworthy friends dispel irrational fears
[27:30} Parents impact children but should prioritize just being present
[31:35] God handles outcomes; human understanding is limited

Resources:
Undisabled Lives Website
Sandy’s Coaching
When Dreams Are Disrupted
The Bix Six: Things Kids Need From Their Parents: Adam Young

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Long-term caregiving requires a mindset shift for our emotional life and our relationship with God and others. Carrie, Amy, and Sara discuss practical tips for surviving and thriving long term. They discuss spiritual practices, practical habits to avoid burnout, and mindfulness to address the stressors and difficulties that come with caregiving. You’ll walk away with valuable tips you can begin incorporating into your life right now!

Ep. 171, October 1, 2024

Key Moments:
[6:39 ] Our permanent situation and loss of dreams
[13:25] Where was Jesus in that moment?
[21:22] Caregiving is worship
[28:35] My roles and my boundaries
[36:51] Accepting help

Resources:
Interview with Laura Hernandez
Episode 157
The Place We Find Ourselves Podcast: Free Therapy!
The Allender Center Podcast

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In this episode, Amy Brown interviews Megan Amrich, author of the book 'Show Up and Bring Coffee: How to Support Your Friends with Disabled Children.' They discuss practical ways to support parents of children with disabilities, including being knowledgeable but not a know-it-all, being an extra set of hands, and making events and celebrations accessible. Megan emphasizes the importance of asking your friends what they need and being open to learning about their child's diagnosis. She also encourages friends to share their big news with sensitivity and understanding.

• Be knowledgeable, but not a know-it-all, about your friend's child's disability
• Offer to be an extra set of hands and help with specific tasks, such as feeding tubes
• Make events and celebrations accessible by asking your friends what they need and providing accommodations
• Share your big news with sensitivity and understanding, recognizing that your friend may be processing their grief

Introduction and Welcome

02:51 The Importance of Practical Support

06:15 Trusting Your Friend's Knowledge

10:35 Being an Extra Set of Hands

17:19 Finding the One Thing That Would Benefit Your Friend

20:41 Small Acts of Help Can Make a Big Difference

25:18 Making Events and Celebrations Accessible

36:14 Sharing Big News with Sensitivity

41:33 Conclusion and Where to Find Megan

Megan’s Website

Rad Advocates

Megan’s IG

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