Welcome to another inspiring episode of The FASD Success Show! In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Jolly, an incredible single mom of four, two of whom have FASD. Ryan's story is one of resilience, determination, and the transformation that comes from finding the right support.
Ryan opens up about her toughest moments—like dealing with explosive behaviors and feeling completely overwhelmed. However, she also shares how she shifted her mindset through training and community support and found new ways to navigate the challenges. Her journey proves that, no matter how tough things get, there’s always hope.
Tune in to learn about:
- The Turning Point: How a chance encounter at a foster care training changed everything for Ryan and her family, leading to an FASD diagnosis.
- Managing Explosive Behaviors: Ryan shares her strategies for handling the unpredictable and overwhelming moments with her kids and how she learned to stop feeling alone in the fight.
- Building a Support Network: Discover how connecting with a community of FASD caregivers helped Ryan shift from isolation to empowerment.
- Shifting the Mindset: How Ryan went from seeing her kids’ actions as defiance to understanding them as symptoms of FASD—and how that changed her whole approach.
Whether you’re feeling isolated, exhausted, or in need of encouragement, Ryan’s story will inspire you and offer practical advice to help you on your FASD journey.
Show Notes:
- Register for the Free Caregiver Kickstart Workshop: Our free, once-a-year workshop is happening on September 14th, 15th, and 17th! Gain the confidence and tools you need to create more peace and structure for your loved one with FASD. Register here.
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