#1148: Lost Expectations

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges and emotional struggles parents face when their expectations for their children, particularly those with special needs, are not met.

When you’re expecting a baby, you’re filled with dreams of how extraordinary your child will eventually become. But if your son has special needs or experiences developmental delays, you dream about him functioning in an ordinary way. The expectations we have for our children don’t always turn out the way we wish. During these times, it’s easy to become angry, frustrated, and bitter. When these emotions begin swirling through your mind, return your focus to the God of all comfort. Remember ...

Topics covered

• parenting
• special needs
• developmental delays
• expectations
• emotional health
• faith

Keywords

• expectations
• special needs
• developmental delays
• parenting
• emotional health
• faith
• comfort

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Trail Life USA

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