Speaker Talk: Lions, Tigers and Bears. Oh My! Parenting Your Way Through the Land of Neurodiversity, Mental Illness and then some

Elaine will share her passion for life, learning, and parenting by weaving her personal story into the typical parenting journey, including its unexpected challenges. As both a parent and professional, she has identified patterns and pitfalls in raising a complicated loved one and will highlight common struggles and growth opportunities for parents. She’ll introduce the concepts of full catastrophe living and anti-fragility in the context of parenting, offering practical, time-tested tips for navigating tough days with greater ease. Elaine is committed to promoting parental well-being and reminds us that life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful.