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In this powerful episode of Inchstones Podcast, Harry Psaros shares his personal journey as a father navigating the emotional realities of raising a child with autism. He opens up about the challenges of receiving an autism diagnosis, the shift from uncertainty to acceptance, and the profound growth and empowerment that comes with embracing neurodiversity. Harry is the author of "From Struggle to Strength, A Father's Journey with Autism and the Power of Hope and Positivity."

Harry discusses the unique struggles fathers face in parenting a child on the spectrum, highlighting the need for community support, advocacy, and emotional resilience. He encourages parents, especially fathers, to step into their roles with love, understanding, and a proactive mindset, emphasizing that empowerment comes from connection and support.

This heartfelt conversation explores:
✅ The emotional journey of fatherhood and autism
✅ How parents can shift from fear to empowerment
✅ The importance of community and support networks
✅ Celebrating the small victories in parenting
✅ How fathers can embrace advocacy and personal growth

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or advocate, this episode is a reminder that every child’s journey is unique—and acceptance and love are the greatest tools in parenting.

To learn more about Harry's story please visit his website: www.harrypsaros.com

To purchase his book: From Struggle To Strength on Amazon !

This week on Inchstones, host Sarah Kernion sits down with Dr. Lillian Ardell—founder of Langauge Matters and a bilingual advocate, educator, and disruptor of monolingual biases—for a thought-provoking conversation about linguistic justice and the power of language.

Dr. Ardell shares her journey as a champion for bilingual and multilingual education, highlighting how humor, curiosity, and mindset shifts play a crucial role in creating inclusive learning environments. Together, they dive into the importance of breaking down language barriers, fostering cultural connection, and supporting children’s unique language journeys.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or advocate, this episode will challenge how you think about language, communication, and the role of linguistic diversity in shaping the future.

Find Lilian and her work at : https://www.languagematters.org/

Episode Summary – Inchstones Podcast

This week on Inchstones, host Sarah Kernion sits down with Love on the Spectrum’s Kaelynn Partlow—author, influencer, and autism therapist—for a deeply insightful and heartfelt conversation.

Kaelynn opens up about her childhood, her passions, and the unique experiences that shaped her journey as a neurodivergent woman. She shares her path through education, her advocacy work at Project HOPE, and her mission to improve autism services.

Together, Kaelynn and Sarah dive into the beauty of embracing individuality, the struggles neurodiverse children often face, and the unexpected joys of new experiences. For parents walking a similar path with their children, this episode offers invaluable wisdom, encouragement, and hope.

In this heart-to-heart conversation, Sarah sits down with Trish, the Grateful Life Coach, for an episode that speaks directly to every overwhelmed, self-reflective, emotionally exhausted mama out there trying to hold it all together. Trish opens up about her journey as a woman, mother, and coach—sharing raw, relatable truths about how motherhood cracked her wide open and became the catalyst for radical self-acceptance and resilience.

Together, Sarah and Trish unpack what it means to unlearn societal expectations, reclaim your identity as a mom, and redefine self-care beyond bubble baths and checklists. From navigating public meltdowns to the science behind your triggered nervous system, this episode is a crash course in learning to parent yourself while raising tiny humans.

Expect laughter, vulnerability, and aha moments as they explore co-parenting challenges, the healing power of curiosity, and why asking for help is the bravest thing a mom can do. If you've ever felt like you're losing yourself in motherhood, this one's for you.
To follow and find Trish's work, visit all her fabulous socials:

Substack: https://triciafell.substack.com/
Coaching: https://www.tglcoaching.com/
Instagram: @thegratefullifecoach

In this conversation, Sarah Kernion and Meredith Hudson explore the transformative power of facing life's challenges, from personal health crises to the complexities of modern parenting. They discuss the importance of choosing joy in adversity, the impact of sobriety, and the evolving nature of parenting in today's world. Through their shared experiences, they highlight the significance of resilience, self-discovery, and the value of celebrating small victories in life.