Self Care
What is sleep?
This is a natural state of rest that helps your body and mind recover and stay healthy.
What is self-advocacy?
This is the practice of seeking and accepting help without feeling guilty or weak.
What are support groups?
Meetings where people with similar challenges share experiences, offer support, advice, and encouragement in a safe space.
What is your personal strength mean to you ?
This refers to the inner qualities, like courage, resilience, and determination, that help you overcome challenges.
What are personal experiences?
When parents share this, it helps others realize they’re not alone in their struggles.
What are activities of daily living (ADLs) we forget to do?
These daily self-care tasks—like eating, staying hydrated, bathing, or using the bathroom—are often forgotten or delayed by busy parents and caregivers.
What is the first step in self-advocacy?
Knowing what you need and how to ask for it.
What are group chats or friend circles?
Creating these can help build friendships and provide emotional support through regular chats or meetups.
What is compassion or forgiveness?
This strength allows you to forgive yourself and others, helping you move forward.
What is open and honest communication?
This type of sharing builds trust and creates a safe space in support groups.
What is “You can’t pour from an empty cup”?
means you need to take care of yourself first before you can help others effectively.
Who can practice self-advocacy?
Anyone, including children, parents, and adults.
What is resource support?
Finding community programs, parenting classes, and counseling services are examples of this kind of support.
What is bravery?
This strength helps parents face challenges and speak up for their child, even when it feels difficult.
What is peer learning or shared experiences?
Learning from others’ experiences can help parents find new solutions and feel more hopeful.
What is self-love?
This means having respect, care, and kindness toward yourself.
Where can you find an advocacy group?
You can find this group online, at schools, community centers, or through friends and healthcare providers.
Why are supports group important?
Supports are important because they reduce stress, provide guidance, and help people feel connected and empowered.
What does “You can’t pour from an empty cup” mean?
This phrase means you need to take care of yourself first before you can effectively care for others.
What is a sense of belonging or community?
This feeling grows when people connect over similar experiences and support each other.
The #1 reason most parents don’t practice self-care.
What is "guilt or lack of time"?
What is the name of your parent coordinator?
Patricia O'Shaughnessy
The #1 thing other parents in this room need to hear.
What is "You're not alone" / "You're doing enough"?
Its okay for you to ask for help you just need a little push to help you succeed by Clarissa
If you fall stand back up which mean
keep trying and not give up after setbacks by Chris
What is vulnerability?
This strength allows parents to admit when they need help and to seek support without shame.
Why are sharing experience so important?
It's helps people feel understood, less alone, and learn from each other’s challenges and successes.