239. The Long Game of Independence; Parenting for Their Future

In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom podcast, Shannon Urquiola talks about the long game of independence and why the little skills your child learns today matter so much for their future. Letting go isn’t easy, but when you nurture their confidence through small, everyday moments, you’re laying the foundation for big freedoms later on.

Shannon also unpacks the difference between parenting for your comfort versus parenting for their future—and why that shift is one of the most powerful things you can do. If you’ve ever struggled with holding on too tightly, this conversation will give you both encouragement and a gentle nudge forward.

Tune in for encouragement, strategies, and the reminder that you’re stronger than you think. 💙

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