But I was having a conversation with another SEN mum from Twitter earlier and it inspired me to write it. There are many of us made friends on there and found strength in each other.
I'm so glad you shared this. My heart goes out to you as the mother of another child whose struggles with the world (and me) have left me heartbroken. And yet the love I feel for him even in the worst of times is absolute and relentless. His struggle is with addiction, the addiction that can turn you mean and selfish and manipulative and yes, physical at time---not to me personally, I'm so grateful for that, but to walls, telephones . . . mostly to himself. I've written too about these episodes, not here, but on an anonymous blog, starting with "Thank God my Son's in Jail." So I hear you, Julie, how hard it is to talk of those we love who are so troubled in an honest, open way.
Bless you. When we are open about these things i really believe it assists others who struggle to find the words or don’t feel able to tell their stories.
This seems to be your super power.....to have the conversation, remove the taboo then ditch the shame. More power to your elbow. Your son is very lucky to have you as his Mum. Xx
The horrible thing about any form of domestic violence is that it violates that reasonable expectation that family life should be a sanctuary and a support network. But when did the real world ever give a shit about reason or expectation? Thankfully, I’ve only had to deal with physically challenging behaviour in a professional, forensic setting (and the occasional pub car park). As demanding as it could be, at least you go home at the end of your shift. All you can do is try to embody the categorical imperative. Treat others as you would want to be treated. Be a role model. Be the change you want to see in others - but also give them the gift of honesty about how their actions make you (and others around you) feel.
Stay strong Julie. Your courage and tenacity will continue to inspire, empower and change others.
This is a weird one to ‘like’ I know.
But I was having a conversation with another SEN mum from Twitter earlier and it inspired me to write it. There are many of us made friends on there and found strength in each other.
I'm so glad you shared this. My heart goes out to you as the mother of another child whose struggles with the world (and me) have left me heartbroken. And yet the love I feel for him even in the worst of times is absolute and relentless. His struggle is with addiction, the addiction that can turn you mean and selfish and manipulative and yes, physical at time---not to me personally, I'm so grateful for that, but to walls, telephones . . . mostly to himself. I've written too about these episodes, not here, but on an anonymous blog, starting with "Thank God my Son's in Jail." So I hear you, Julie, how hard it is to talk of those we love who are so troubled in an honest, open way.
Bless you. When we are open about these things i really believe it assists others who struggle to find the words or don’t feel able to tell their stories.
We need to feel less alone.
Love and strength to you xxx
Love and strength to you too, Julie
I can see that by you walking this path it will be smoother for others to follow! You are a shinning light in these dark times. Sending love x
Thank you.
I want to shine light where there is none. Xx
This seems to be your super power.....to have the conversation, remove the taboo then ditch the shame. More power to your elbow. Your son is very lucky to have you as his Mum. Xx
I’m a very open person, that’s for sure. Comes from growing up being told not to say x,y and z, turned me the opposite way😂😂
I'm a fan of openness. Secrets can be icky!!
The horrible thing about any form of domestic violence is that it violates that reasonable expectation that family life should be a sanctuary and a support network. But when did the real world ever give a shit about reason or expectation? Thankfully, I’ve only had to deal with physically challenging behaviour in a professional, forensic setting (and the occasional pub car park). As demanding as it could be, at least you go home at the end of your shift. All you can do is try to embody the categorical imperative. Treat others as you would want to be treated. Be a role model. Be the change you want to see in others - but also give them the gift of honesty about how their actions make you (and others around you) feel.
Stay strong Julie. Your courage and tenacity will continue to inspire, empower and change others.
I’d like to see this discussed more openly so am being the change I want to see in the world, putting it out there.
Many years ago I worked with children with the same issues my son has now. Feels like it was my ‘training’ in a way.
Talking is good
Yes. I think so x
I have put this one on Facebook too because I know lots of SEN mums on there and it’s a topic that I believe needs more of a spotlight.