How Being Spiritual Saved My Life

 

How I Coped Being A Single Mother Of A Child With Autism:

Have A Child with Autism, Feeling Like You Want To Give Up, You Are Not Alone:

I am a single mum of a son with Autism, who has also been diagnosed with an Intellectual different ability (I use the words different ability because I prefer them to disability).

This article came into being because of my experiences of having a child with Autism as well as an intellectual different ability. This my experience having a child with Autism, your experience will be different to mine. You will need to find what works for you.

It is my sincere hope and greatest wish that it helps those of you who are struggling with the challenges that you and your child are faced with every day. I want you to know that you are not alone, there are many of us out there that face these daily challenges.

To all the single parents out there, I know it's hard, as I said at the start, I am a single mum and have been since my son was 10 months old (he is nearly seventeen now). I know the hardship you face due to your child's challenging behaviours. It's difficult, especially when you don't know what they want or how to help them. My son was locked in his own world until he was about age six, what made it so hard for me was him being non-verbal, these days, he can speak but his speech is not always clear, as he also has a cleft pallet so he uses a communication app on his device's to assist with his speech.

I discovered that when he was having a meltdown, all I could do was make sure that he was safe and let him calm himself down as talking to him worsens the situation as his auditory processing is not great when he is upset, so you may as well be talking in another language because he doesn't understand what you are saying (even to this day). Thank fully, these days, meltdowns have become a rare thing but I still leave him to sort himself out if he is upset, if he comes to me then I know that I can talk to  and be comforting to him. 

There were many times I felt that I couldn't do it anymore and wanted to curl up in ball and never move again, there were also times when I thought that, if this is how life is going to be, then I don't want to be here anymore. I never gave up though, when it came down to it, I could not give up on my beautiful boy and I will never give up on my beautiful young man (he now is).

If you are feeling like that at this time, please hang in there, your child is so worth it, they deserve your love and acceptance. Do what you can to bring peace into your life. For me, it is meditation and writing my feelings down in a journal.

I am also a Reiki Master/Teacher and Rainbow Spirit Healer. It is my belief that, for me, being spiritual is what saved me. I am not for one minute suggesting this is the path you should take, only you know what is right for you, find what is therapeutic for you as looking after you is so important, for you are a precious child of the Universe, remember that, you are stronger than you think or give yourself credit for.

My experience has taught me that I have an incredible strength that I didn't know I had. You were given this very special person to look after and love because the Universe knows you have it in you to do this very thing, you just need to see it, know it and believe it yourself. Remember, you are not alone, reach out for the help you need for yourself and your beautiful child. You are so worth it.

Much Love and many blessings.

Pamela 💖

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My mission is to provide guidance and support for spiritual growth and transformation. However, it's important to note that my information is not intended to replace professional medical care. If you are taking medication or are experiencing any health issues, I strongly encourage you to continue to follow the advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. In addition to my information, taking care of your physical and mental health is crucial to achieving overall well-being.