197: When Meaningful Friendship with Other Disability Parents Feels Elusive w/ Madeline Cheney

Making friends as a disability parent sounds like it should be easy. We’ve already got so much in common. But in reality, it’s complicated.In this episode, Alyssa and Madeline share community stories about what makes these friendships so hard to build and sustain: the comparisons that creep in, the exhaustion that leaves little room for connection, the grief of losingfriends along the way, and the longing for people who “just get it.” Plus, they share a few pieces of advice on how to overcome some of these potential roadblocks.If you’ve ever wondered why making and keeping friends feels so complicated in this world, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone.Links:Join The Rare Life newsletter andnever miss an update!Fill out our contact form to joinupcoming discussion groups!Listen to Ep 157: Friendships with People Who Don’tHave Disabled Children.Listen to Ep 151: Fostering Friendships with OtherDisability Parents. Listen to Ep 154: Deaths in the Community.Listen to Ep 194: Season 12 Kickoff forMadeline’s big announcement!Follow us on Instagram @the_rare_life!Donateto the podcast or Contactme about sponsoring an episode.Follow the Facebook page. Join the Facebook group Parents of Children with Rare Conditions.Access the transcript on the website here. And if you love this podcast, please leave usa rating or review in your favorite podcast app!