Being an autism parent can take a toll on your body. A full-body stretch provides a way to not only relieve pain, but also prevent it if done preemptively.This stretch...
Parents of children with special needs, such as autism, must take care of themselves. Looking after their own needs will better allow them to take care of their children. Learn from...
Parenting can be stressful, but the added worry of autism can add even more worry and stress. Reducing stress is critical to maintaining the health and wellbeing of not just...
Are you a parent of an autistic child? You do not need to walk this path alone. Learn about the many sources of help and support available to parents of...
Being an autism parent is rewarding but also stressful, and can sometimes lead to anger. The key is not to be ashamed of your anger, but to control it and...
Insomnia can be very detrimental to mental health, especially for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder. In order to reduce stress and get a restful night’s sleep, try implementing these calming...
Taking care of a child with special needs, such as autism, can be a significant source of stress for the parent. Learn to manage your stress and take care of...
This animated video discusses two strategies based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to overcome negative thoughts....
mindfulness” is explained, and its benefits are explored. Mindfulness is“ the ability to know what’s going on in your head at any given moment without getting carried away by it.”...
In this guided meditation, Jeffrey Allen brings us to a space of relaxation where we can enter our “field of infinite potential,” learning to accept ourselves and become all that...
Sit back and relax on the beach with this hour-long video that’s perfect for unguided meditation!...
More and more these days we hear people talking about “mindfulness.” But what is mindfulness? This easy-to-follow video explains and explores what everyday mindfulness is and how being aware of...
This short, animated introduction for beginners outlines the first 3 basic steps to meditation. Great for kids and adults alike, the animation is fun, and the ideas behind “how” to...
Dr. Jo shares 9 basic stretches to help relax your whole body in this easy-to-follow series of stretches to relax stiff and sore muscles. She recommends that each stretch be...
Self-Care is not just about our basic, essential needs of healthcare. Self-Care should go beyond the practical to self-nurturing. Lifestyle expert Susan Campbell Cross visits Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon...
With animation made by Disney Studios in conjunction with MindSet, topics in this narrated video include experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, fear, sadness, “getting stuck/caught-in-place,” social anxiety, avoiding feelings, and...
Vishen Lakhaini guides us through this 6-phase meditation which is perfect for beginners to follow along with as they search within themselves for understanding and relaxation....
Autism parents must ensure that they can take care of themselves in order to care for their children. Breathing exercises, diet, meditation and rest can help maintain physical and mental...