Letting go is one of the hardest things we face as moms, and when you’re raising a child on the spectrum, it often feels impossible. In this episode, Shannon opens up about her own struggles with overprotection—why she did too much for too long, and how it actually stalled Jordan’s independence. She explains why stepping back, even when it feels uncomfortable, is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child, and how safe struggles (like we talked about in last week’s episode) not only build confidence for your child, but resilience for you as their mom.
You’ll learn practical strategies to manage your own anxiety in the moment, reframe those fearful “what ifs,” and begin creating opportunities for your child to try, grow, and succeed on their own terms. If you’ve ever thought, “It’s just easier if I do it myself,” this episode will challenge and encourage you to pause, breathe, and remember that easier for us doesn’t always mean better for them.
Join Shannon for an honest, heartfelt conversation about why letting go matters—and how both you and your child can grow through it.
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