Welcome to Episode 268 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

This is part two of my conversation with Dr. Stephen Cowan. 

If you’ve ever felt unsure, dismissed, or overwhelmed, this episode is for you. 

We explore how easy it is for parents to unknowingly give away their power—to doctors, teachers, books, or even search engines. But your child needs you fully empowered. 

Dr. Cowan offers deep, practical insights for how to reclaim your strength, quiet your fear, and lead with calm, steady conviction. 

This conversation reveals a path back to trust—starting with yourself.

The secret this week is…

NEVER Give Away Your POWER

You'll Discover:

• The 5 Big Questions That Guide Every Decision (5:00)
• The 3 Nervous System States - and How To Shift Out of Freeze, Fight or Flight (8:32)
• How Intuitive Power Emerges When Fear Is Cleared (10:58)
• Why Observation Without Judgment is a Lost Art—and How to Reclaim It (17:58)
• How To Hold Your Space (24:53)
• The Power of Open-Ended Curiosity and the Do-Over (34:13)
• A Practical Way To Elicit Two-Way Conversation With Your Child (37:22)
• 4 Steps to Reclaim Your Power as a Parent (45:56)

About Our Guest:

Stephen Cowan, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician with over 35 years of experience and a subspecialty in Developmental Pediatrics. A fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a clinical assistant professor at NY Medical College, Dr. Cowan bridges Eastern and Western medicine. His holistic approach empowers parents and honors the unique ecology of every child. He’s the author of Fire Child, Water Child, and several children’s books, including The Lost Elephant. He lectures internationally and serves as a member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture.

https://www.drstephencowan.com/

References In This Episode:

• Fire Child, Water Child: How Understanding the Five Types of ADHD Can Help You Improve Your Child’s Self-Esteem and Attention by Dr. Stephen Scott Cowan
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 14 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - Your Child is YOUR Teacher!
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 15 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - The "Cosmic Snowman" IS the Roadmap!
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 16 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - You Don’t Know YET
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 104 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - Harness Your Child’s True Nature
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 105 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - Go With The FLOW For Connection
• Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 267 with Dr. Stephen Cowan - ATTENTION Is the Beginning of DEVOTION
• Healthy Baby
• Dr. Stephen Porges
• Zach Bush, MD

Additional Resources:

• To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com
• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?

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