When I talk to parents who are new to the world of special needs. I see fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of being able to handle it, fear for their child and their future, fears that I can see, hear and feel.
However, when I talk to parents who have been dealing with special needs for some time, I don't see the unmistakable face of fear anymore. Oh I am certain that there are still fears, but it is not the most predominant emotion.
It got me wondering what it takes to go from point A to point B. How does the fear begin to dissipate? What starts to happen that alleviates some of the fear that you feel in the beginning?
Care to share?
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I've been thinking about this a lot lately. I don't think there was a specific moment or event that changed but things have changed. Thinking about what the future holds no long brings a panic attack along with it. I actually find myself dreaming about the possibilities. What a great place to be.
I think getting to know the disability reduces fear. They say knowledge is power, and I agree. Perhaps I turned my own fear into a drive to be Emma's advocate? And perhaps I realized that fear doesn't help any of us.
Gosh...good question. You made me tear up today!!! I just got finished writing my Flashback for Friday about when we first found out...man have we come far. I think it's your child. When they grow and smile and love you, you realize there is nothing to fear b/c they are here.
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