Parenting a Severely Autistic Child: Finding Gratitude in the Chaos

This is the heartfelt story of a father navigating the challenges of raising a severely autistic son. One particularly overwhelming day—filled with work stress, a difficult morning, and no time for himself—he went for a run to clear his head and was struck by a car. Thankfully, he survived with minor injuries, but the experience left him reflecting on his life. He shared how raising his son brings constant challenges: financial strain, sleepless nights, and missed plans. Yet, it’s the little ...