Episode 542 - FASD Q & A: Confabulation & Consequences with Sandra Flach

"Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace." -Matthew 11:28 & 29 MSG   Children with trauma and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) often aren't choosing challenging behaviors—they're struggling with brain-based differences that affect memory, impulse control, and executive functioning. In this week's episode of The Adoption & Foster Care Journey Podcast, Sandra Flach explores: What confabulation is (and why it's often mistaken for lying) Why consequences and punishment frequently don't work How shifting from consequences to accommodations can transform your relationship with your child   When we recognize the difference between can't and won't, we can replace frustration with compassion and create the supports our children truly need.   Listen now and discover practical, brain-based strategies that can bring more peace and connection to your parenting journey.   Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.   Links mentioned in this episode: Free Breath Prayer Download See Available Trainings The Adoption & Foster Care Journey AFCJ on YouTube justicefororphansny.org justicefororphansny.org/hope-community     Email:  [email protected] sandraflach.com Soul Care Saturday—52 Devotions for Foster and Adoptive Moms Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on Amazon