Mama, • Have you ever walked into a family gathering already bracing for judgment about your child’s behavior? • Do you find yourself explaining your parenting decisions again and again only to feel misunderstood or dismissed? • Wish you could protect your peace when others gossip, criticize, or just don’t “get” your neurodivergent or strong-willed child? • Are you praying for strength to forgive, move forward, and not let their opinions define your worth?

Episode Highlights

In this episode, we’re getting real about what it feels like when family doesn’t understand your strong-willed or neurodivergent child and how to protect your peace in the middle of that pain.

Amanda shares a personal story of family rejection and how God gently turned heartbreak into healing. You’ll learn how to stay grounded in truth, regulate your emotions when conflict rises, and rebuild connection in safe, faith-filled spaces.

Through heartfelt encouragement and practical emotional regulation tools, you’ll discover that being misunderstood doesn’t mean you’re unloved sometimes, it’s simply God’s protection over your peace.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, rejected, or weary from trying to make others understand your child, this conversation will remind you that your worth isn’t based on acceptance it’s anchored in identity.

Faith Anchor:

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 (NIV)

When others push you away, the Father draws near. He sees your heart, your child, and your efforts even when others misunderstand.

Challenge of the Week:

If there’s a situation that still stirs up hurt, anger, or bitterness in your heart take it to the Father this week.

Set aside a few quiet minutes and tell Him exactly how you feel. Don’t filter it or tidy it up. Just be honest.

Then pray:

“Father, I come to you with a heart ready to give this pain. Can you please show me how to see this through Your eyes. Help me release the weight of what I can’t control and anchor my heart in You.”

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