Spine-tingling Parenting: Parenting a Child with a Physical Ailment with Lisa Owens - Episode 47

Parenting is Easy Podcast

Navigating Adversity and Mental Health with Strength and Resilience

Dealing with a physical condition like scoliosis can be incredibly challenging, especially during formative years. In this episode, Lisa Owens shares her personal journey of coping with scoliosis, including the physical and emotional challenges she faced while wearing a back brace throughout high school. She offers valuable insights into building resilience, the importance of therapy, and maintaining open communication, particularly for parents and teens dealing with similar struggles.

Key Areas Parents and Teens Need to Know

Lisa emphasizes the necessity of strong support systems and the significant role that communication plays in managing both physical and mental health challenges. She also discusses her experience writing a book aimed at helping children and families navigate feelings of being different due to physical ailments.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Coping with physical conditions like scoliosis
• The role of therapy in building resilience
• Emotional communication with teens and parents
• Challenges of navigating school life with physical ailments
• Balancing personal challenges and providing support to others
• Importance of therapy and support groups
• Writing a children's book on coping with differences
• Value of community support
• Role of education in reducing bullying
• Encouraging open communication and understanding in families

Parents as Pillars of Support

As parents, we play a crucial role in our children's emotional well-being. Lisa reminds us that our approach to dealing with physical and emotional challenges sets a powerful example for our children. By embracing open communication, seeking therapy when needed, and fostering a supportive environment, we can help our children build resilience and confidence. Lisa's story is a testament to the strength and resilience that can be developed through understanding and support.

WHERE TO FIND LISA OWENS:
https://thesilverhornedgirlbook.com
https://instagram.com/TheSilverHornedGirl
[e-mail]
Keywords: Scoliosis, Parenting, Adversity, Mental health, Parenting Tips, Communication, Therapy, Support systems, Physical ailments, Resilience

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