We have recently had a family emergency which required some travel and an unexpected stay at my parents with the children. I have had many blog ideas racing through my mind as we have taken our trip and started the fall season.
There are just times that I am in a constant state of "catching up" The past few days after returning home have been like that. It seemed like every area of my life needed attention. It was much easier at this season of my experienced life to just make a list and do it simply by priority one at a time. I must confess that there have been times in past years while my children were younger that this state of "catching up" would cause incredible overwhelming dread and almost immobilizing fear. Have you ever felt that way?
Parenting an autistic or mentally ill child carries extra pressures. More than one child, children of different ages, needs, school, sports, dance, piano lessons, etc, can lead to hectic, always running lifestyle. This can lead to a constant state of trying to "catch up". It's always striving for a "goal" that never seems to be reached and you feel like your failing at everything. Some of us are born with the need to perform for acceptance which fuels this compulsion even more.
It's simple. Release the pressure before the bottle explodes. List out the priorities and simply do it little by little. You have been given a precious gift that requires extra time, love, support, and training. Catching up happens, eventually, and then you fall behind again...
You will catch up. Don't be afraid to ask for help. I know it is much easier to isolate, but people don't know you need assistance if you don't ask, my friend. Most people just don't understand the demands.
Be brave and courageous.
Thanks for stopping by and I will try to catch up on this blog soon! :)
Lynne
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