Show Notes

Hey, What’s Up! It’s Tommy.

Life at our house has been a roller coaster. Some days are tough. Some days feel calm. Lately, I feel hopeful. I used to set deadlines for Wyatt’s progress and fall apart when the date slipped. I do not do that now. I focus on the moment and the next small step. That shift has changed me, and I think it is helping our family. In this episode, I share what is working for us right now: tight home routines, a calmer nervous system, better sleep, and learning to celebrate small, real wins. If you are feeling stuck, I get it. There are more chances to start again than we think. One breath at a time.

Key Takeaways

• Hope grows when I stop setting deadlines and focus on today.
• Routines help. We eat at set times and keep a steady bedtime during the school year.
• Nervous system care has helped Wyatt sleep and settle. Chiropractic support has been a big part of that for us.
• Small wins matter. Independent bathroom trips. Playing with toys in new ways. More chill, more present.
• Gut health can affect behavior. We saw changes with dairy and gluten out, and by adding probiotics and omega-3s.
• Magnesium helped us with winding down before stressful times or sleep.
• Movement helps. Outside time, sandboxes, scooters, and play burn energy and lower anxiety.
• ABA and early intervention changed a close friend’s story. Getting help early can open doors.
• Some days are still hard. I try to prepare for the future without missing the good that is here now.
• Opportunities are constant. You can choose a new start any moment you decide.

I would love to hear what you are seeing in your home. If you feel stuck, try one simple change you can keep this week. Keep it small. Celebrate it. Then stack another one.

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