SEND Sunshine; A Daily Boost For SEND Parents
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di Allison Rose-Mannall
Tell yourself as often as you need to, that you are deserving of love and support, because you do a heck of a good job being an SEND parent 'I am resilient, I am capable, and I am deserving of all the love and support that comes my way.'
Todays affirmation is to start making are you forgive yourself for past mistakes, or any for that matter, they happen, as long as you know you've made a mistake, then forgive yourself and move on, so repeat this as often as you need to 'I forgive myself for past mistakes and approach each new day with a fresh perspective and an open heart.'
Todays affirmation is for all of us SEND mums who feel guilt, or want everything to be perfect, to feel ike you are the perfect SEND mum, even though inside you're blaming yourself for our childs condition or disability, so repeat this as often as you need to 'I release guilt and perfectionism, embracing the imperfect beauty of this parenting experience.'
Today's affirmation 'I acknowledge my emotions and allow myself to feel them fully, knowing that it's okay to ask for help when needed.' and we do have them when it comes to being an SEND family. Don't feel ashamed or guilty for asking for help, I have an amazing group full of mums likes yourself and lots of tip, advice an helpful information - https://www.facebook.com/groups/piecebypiecerebuildingtogether/
Todays affirmation today centres on how important self care is for you and your child, so repeat this when you need to - I prioritise my well-being, knowing that self-care is essential for my ability to support my child
Todays affirmation is one that I had a hard time with but its ok, we're not going to get it right all the time straight away, so repeat these words as often as you need to, I release the need for perfection and control, embracing the flow of our journey with patience and trust in the process. if you would like to hear more about my offers and more help, join my Facebook community, Piece By Piece; Rebuilding Together.
Todays affirmation is telling yourself that you are doing the best you can, so repeat this as often as you need - I practice patience with myself, I recognise that I am doing the best I can in every moment, and that is enough. That is enough, and you are doing the best you can, and remember You Are AMAZING!
Todays affirmation is about resilience and how much of a difference you make in your childs life, whether you know it or not, so repeat this affirmation as and when you need to 'I am resilient and capable, and I approach each day with a positive mindset, knowing that I am making a difference in my Childs life, one step at a time
Todays episode is about Community, so here we are, repeating this affirmation to your self over tea or coffee or the drive to school 'I am surrounded by a supportive community that understands and uplifts me on this journey, and I am never alone in facing the challenges of SEND parenting.
Todays episode is about adapting to change as an SEND parent, so repeat this while standing in font of a mirror, out loud if you want to really give it some power - "I embrace flexibility and adaptability, knowing that every hurdle we face together is an opportunity for growth and learning."