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STOP Your Focus on the Diagnosis…
and get on with LIVING!!
Introductions
Who are you?• Introduce yourself as you typically would
Where did I go?
How did I lose myself?
Sometimes we feel….
• Like I don’t fit in• A lack of acceptance• That places are not accessible• That programs are not open to the needs you have
Relationships
–Stress–Loneliness–Anxiety
What have I lost? • What have you lost because of your
diagnosis?~Or~ • What have you never been able to do
because of the disability? ~Or~ • What have people told you that you cannot
do because of your needs?
(Worksheet)
Reconnecting with your bliss
–Who do I love to hang out with?
–What do I enjoy?–Where did I like to visit or frequent?
Finding time for yourself
–What time does my favorite stuff happen?
–Who can help me get there?–How do I get away?
Solo Activities
Being alone is healthyWhat do YOU like to do alone?
Group activities•Advocating for others•Being a strong Self-Advocate
The “What IFS”…..
•Self doubt•Worried about pity•Lack of acceptance
FEAR (False Events Appearing Real)
Finding your place in this world
– Good things are coming your way!
– Get planning for the life YOU want and deserve!
Thanks for having me! Vonda Minor Family Support Coordinator and Autism Navigator Kansas City Regional Office (816) [email protected]