Take Heart

Amy J Brown, Carrie Holt and Sara Clime
  • 5.0 (56)
  • CRIANZA
  • CADA SEMANA
Take Heart

Take Heart is a podcast for special needs moms by special needs moms. It is a place for special needs moms to find authentic connection, fervent hope, and inspiring stories.Contact us!Amy J. Brown: amy@amyjbrown.comCarrie M. Holt: carrie@carriemholt.comSara Clime: sara@saraclime.com

  1. 04/12/2024

    Is it Really the Most Wonderful Time of the Year? Managing Expectations for the Holidays

    Episode 175: Decmeber 5, 2024In all the talk of Christmas being wonderful, there's also a huge sense of dread for mothers to get it all done. There are so many expectations of us during this time of the year. Carrie, Amy, and Sara discuss what lessons we have learned over the years. There are some rhythms and things we cut out in December to be more present and at peace. We want to encourage you to do the same, so listen in!Key Moments:[1:48] You don’t have to be a Pinterest mom[7:21] K...

    33 min

  2. 19/11/2024

    Becoming Brave Together with Jessica Patay

    Sara met with the author and founder of We Are Brave Together, Jessica Patay, to discuss the beautiful things that come from being in a community of women caregivers. Jessica's community provides mentoring, meaningful conversations, and an authenticity that very few outside the caregiving community can replicate. She launched the nonprofit to support mothers of children with disabilities or mental health challenges. In her book, "Becoming Brave Together," she shares real stories of caregiving...

    33 min

  3. 05/11/2024

    Loneliness and Isolation as a Special Needs Mom

    Amy, Sara, and Carrie explore the pervasive feelings of loneliness and isolation that special needs parents experience. They discuss how their past focus on efficiency led to prioritizing tasks over relationships. Now, years into their special needs parenting lives, they need intentional connection. They discuss their strategies for pushing past isolation and loneliness towards deeper friendships and finding their worth in the Lord. Join the conversation to learn how to nurture meaningfu...

    41 min

  4. 15/10/2024

    An Un-Disabled Mindset: Sandy’s Perspective Shift As a Special Needs Caregiver

    Carrie M. Holt sat down with Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick, author of the new book, "When Dreams Are Disrupted," to talk about Sandy’s mindset journey as she was forced to step into the role of caregiver for her child. When a childhood illness changed the life of her son, it left her feeling helpless. In this episode, she shares what God revealed concerning her choices and how she’s been working with this new set of options God has given her. This conversation with Sandy will inspire you to cho...

    39 min

  5. 01/10/2024

    Practical Tips for Thriving in Prolonged Caregiving

    Long-term caregiving requires a mindset shift for our emotional life and our relationship with God and others. Carrie, Amy, and Sara discuss practical tips for surviving and thriving long term. They discuss spiritual practices, practical habits to avoid burnout, and mindfulness to address the stressors and difficulties that come with caregiving. You’ll walk away with valuable tips you can begin incorporating into your life right now!Ep. 171, October 1, 2024Key Moments:[6:39 ] Our ...

    44 min

  6. 17/09/2024

    Show up and Bring Coffee! How to Support Your Friends With Disabled Children with Megan Amrich

    In this episode, Amy Brown interviews Megan Amrich, author of the book 'Show Up and Bring Coffee: How to Support Your Friends with Disabled Children.' They discuss practical ways to support parents of children with disabilities, including being knowledgeable but not a know-it-all, being an extra set of hands, and making events and celebrations accessible. Megan emphasizes the importance of asking your friends what they need and being open to learning about their child's diagnosis. She also en...

    44 min

  7. 03/09/2024

    Finding Joy: Practical Strategies for Special Needs Parents

    In this episode, we sit down together to discuss joy and how we can capitalize on the moments that we have. We talk about adjusting our expectations, addressing past trauma, and embracing the fleeting nature of life to cultivate joy in the present moment. We discuss the struggle of feeling constantly on guard and the tendency to brace oneself for negative experiences, hindering the ability to be open to moments of joy. Lots of good takeaways to help you foster joy in your life!Key Momen...

    50 min

  8. 18/06/2024

    Reclaiming Life as a Caregiver: An Interview with Dr. Maureen Michele Peterson

    Today, Sara talks with Dr Maureen Michele, physician, life coach, and author of the book Reclaiming Life: A Guide For Parents of Chronically Ill Children. We dive deep into the essential aspects of advocacy and emotional resilience, particularly in the context of parenting chronically ill children. We discussed the "4 C's" - consciousness, curiosity, commitment, and courage - and how these principles give us as caregivers and our children the tools we need to manage our thoughts and emotions....

    43 min
Ver todo (183)

Tráiler

5
de 5
56 calificaciones

Acerca de

Take Heart is a podcast for special needs moms by special needs moms. It is a place for special needs moms to find authentic connection, fervent hope, and inspiring stories.Contact us!Amy J. Brown: amy@amyjbrown.comCarrie M. Holt: carrie@carriemholt.comSara Clime: sara@saraclime.com

Información

  • Creador
    Amy J Brown, Carrie Holt and Sara Clime
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodios
    183
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Take Heart
  • Mostrar sitio web
    Take Heart

También te podría interesar

Para escuchar episodios explícitos, inicia sesión.

Mantente al día con este programa

Inicia sesión o regístrate para seguir programas, guardar episodios y enterarte de las últimas novedades.
Elige un país o región

Africa, Oriente Medio e India

Asia-Pacífico

Europa

Latinoamérica y el Caribe

Estados Unidos y Canadá