Empowering Kids with Disabilities: Overcoming Limits with Love and Grit

In this inspiring episode of Listen Love Launch, Cindy Manko sits down with Julie, a passionate mom and advocate, as she shares the incredible journey of raising her son Declan, born as a micro preemie and later diagnosed with cerebral palsy. From early interventions like hippotherapy to Declan mastering percussion and track, Julie offers a powerful reminder that disabilities don't define potential. Together, they explore the balance between advocacy, independence, and community support. Julie's story is filled with grit, grace, and the unshakable belief that our kids can achieve more than the world expects. If you're a mom walking a similar path, this episode will uplift, empower, and encourage you.   Listen in to learn more : 2:15 - 2:50 Julie's Calling:  Advocate for those who can't. 2:50 - 5:25 Declan's Story and diagnosis 5:25 - 6:30  Advocacy Never Sleeps 6:30 - 8:45 Drop the Mic - Cindy's reaction to Declan's story  8:45 - 11:15 Talk about limitations: Declan's perseverance and inclusion 11:15 - 12:45 Comparison to "normal": terminology 12:45 - 17:00 Struggles Declan faced and the support his parents provided. 17:00 - 20:50 What Julie wants you to know about the senior year! 20:50 - 25:25 Having "the time of his life" - took a collaborative team 25:25 - 27:48  Highlighting the main points 27:48 - 30:10  Cindy's encouragement and final thoughts from Julie The Journal Project: My Senior Year Through Mom's Eyes by Cindy Manko https://a.co/d/2YguEiH   CONNECT WITH CINDY on Social Media:   Join the Private Facebook Group just for moms of high school seniors: www.facebook.com/groups/savvyseniormoms/   Instagram: @MankoCindy   Reach out with any questions: Email: [email protected]