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Chapter 27 Conversation – Raising an Advocate – Lessons from a Parent | Embracing Your Different Ability®

Chapter 27 Conversation – Raising an Advocate – Lessons from a Parent | Embracing Your Different Ability®

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In this episode of The Different Ability® Podcast, Katey sits down with her mom, Lynn, to explore Chapter 27 of Embracing Your Different Ability®. They discuss how Lynn’s perspective on learning disabilities has evolved since Katey’s diagnosis and the vital role of family, community, and support systems in navigating early challenges.

Lynn shares advice for parents and caregivers just starting their journey, what an ideal “village” of support looks like, and how to foster self-advocacy in children. They also reflect on societal misconceptions about learning differences, balancing protection with independence, and encouraging children to embrace their unique abilities with confidence.

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