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Experiential learning benefits Michael more than traditional, sedentary education by engaging him ac

01:30

The Easter Egg Hunt doesn't have to be an activity reserved solely for Easter

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By taking the time to observe intentionally, we can uncover hidden talents and abilities that might

01:31

For the past several weeks, Frank has initiated an activity that he and Michael frequently enjoy tog

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🎉Fun Fact: Frank and I have the exact same birthday, albeit a few years apart—I’m turning 41 today,

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In choosing to be my son's therapist, I recognized the crucial role of genuine connection required b

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‼️Michael's progress in identifying letters and words, does not come from daily practice with letter

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‼️ We are progressing steadily, here’s a glimpse back at our starting point to our current standing

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As our Masterclass in Public Speaking concludes today, I like to share the the starting point in thi

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Michael’s serves as one of Michael’s latest dedicated learning environments

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My interaction approach with Michael isn’t limited to a single method; it’s a tailored mix suited to

01:30

Michael had the opportunity to join Nico and Nolan's classmates for playground activities, and this

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Navigating sensory sensitivities and eloping to the fear and anxiety tied to environments or social

01:20

Our daily walks to check the mail invariably introduce new scenarios for practicing street, situatio

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It's interesting to consider why so many are quick to fault the very tools designed for personal gro

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I've received numerous questions about how I introduce Michael to educational concepts, from numbers

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Please, never underestimate the depth and importance of these seemingly simple words: mom, dad & I l

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In our brief 2-week visit to New York, it's difficult to say what was most remarkable: 👉🏻Michael's e

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Michael's early years in education and therapy, will continue to emphasize minimal structured routin

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Our approach with Michael is rooted in the principles of unschooling and roadschooling, which priori

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We've achieved our goal of 60 spoken words, surpassing our six-month target in just three months‼️ A

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From selecting the perfect flowers to the hour-long drive into the city, Michael learned the reason

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If you’re at a similar point, where the desire to interact with others is noticeably increasing, I s

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Involving Michael in the packing process benefits his developmental growth and enriches our travel e

01:29

And this is how the early stages of a pragmatic conversation looks like for us

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It’s sometimes astonishing to observe how a typical 4-year-old can craft complex sentences and engag

01:20

At the start of the New Year, I committed to running with Michael, and as we started our first run,

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Happy Lunar New Year! Wishing you nothing but good health and endless happiness in the year ahead

01:31

It's been two years since we fully embraced managing Michael's occupational therapy at home, and the

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The ability to generalize the use of words across different contexts and environments is a critical

01:31

Michael's exposure to the wide array of personalities and behaviors exhibited by children from diffe

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Living life through real experiences and immersing in diverse places naturally embodies the principl

01:19

Life's most cherished moments often stem from the smallest, easily missed details

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The misplaced criticism of Exposure Therapy tends to negatively influence families, instilling undue

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Part 2: Valentine’s day went like this… Michael participating in Valentine's Day traditions is to le

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I don't believe that Table-top activities are the most effective way to engage children like my son

01:31

It’s our 5th Year Wedding Anniversary! and 10 years Together…

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In planning Michael's playdate companions for this year, I've realized the importance of including c

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Michael's day at the Sensory Friendly Day hosted by JSX at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas

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In the last three years, we've regularly unboxed many new toys

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Introducing Michael early on to various technology devices like iPads, iPhones, and iWatches, and la

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Peppa Pig remains Michael's favorite show, providing him with screen time when he's not actively eng

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Michael isn't a ‘Picky Eater’, yet that doesn't mean he never resists eating

01:31

Michael has shown a passion for building things since he was 18 months old

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Developing choice-making abilities in children boost their independence, communication, and confiden

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Our plumbing have frozen, and we’re puzzling over any missed steps in our winterizing process

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Before turning 4 years old, Michael didn't show typical attachment or separation anxiety

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#Homeschooling provides a safer, more controlled, and value-consistent educational environment for M

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My approach for Michael’s development centers on consistent #exposure and addressing challenges as i

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Michael's #shopping experiences have slowly broadened beyond his usual toy store and bookstore

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There is an increasing recognition of the benefits of #homeschooling for our children, especially mo

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Making progress goes beyond just direct methods

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⚠️Trigger Warning: Co-regulation video

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In our recent speech coaching session with Miss Michael, I discussed my concerns about the approach

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This captures Michael's efforts to make verbalization

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I support the development of social likability in Michael, viewing it as integral to his character a

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We set up Eleni’s practice piano in Michael’s Playroom for her visit, and I noticed Michael showing

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Today, I was struck by how easily we adapt to our current situation, often forgetting our beginnings

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A peek into our everyday interactions, showcasing our frequent conscious-approach of saying ‘yes’ of

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The habit of giving deeply ingrains a sense of gratitude in Michael