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In this episode, I'm joined by Tara Heaton, a writer, speaker, and master storyteller with over 25 years of corporate experience. Tara’s journey took a turn when her daughter, Caroline, developed encephalitis, which led to a seizure disorder and ongoing medical challenges. Tara shares how her career in sales helped her build genuine relationships and how those skills have translated into advocating for her daughter.

We dive into the importance of asking for help, the struggles of balancing motherhood and personal well-being, and the deep emotional journey of accepting the limitations and joys of parenting a child with special needs. Tara’s reflections on shifting from chasing fleeting pleasures to embracing intentional joy are powerful and inspiring.

This episode will leave you with valuable insights on building real connections and finding joy even amid hardship.

Resources Mentioned:

• Life Minutes: Igniting Joy From The Fire of Heartache by Tara Heaton
• Self-Compassion by Kristen Neff

Connect with our guest,  Tara Heaton:

• [email protected]
• IG: @taraheatonauthor
• LinkedIn: Tara Heaton

Connect with Kara, host of The Special Needs Mom Podcast:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedsmompodcast/
Website: https://www.kararyska.com/