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Summary:

In this episode, host Carole interviews Diala Hillberg, a busy mom and educator, about her journey as a caretaker. Diala shares her experiences raising three children, including her special needs son Luca. She discusses the challenges and joys of parenting a child with a genetic syndrome called DYRK1A.

Diala also talks about the importance of finding a supportive community of parents facing similar challenges. She shares how she and her husband co-parent their children and navigate the demands of their busy lives.

Diala reflects on the shifting roles between teaching and parenting and the process of re-evaluating her career and life.

In this conversation, Carole and Diala discuss the challenges of managing multiple responsibilities and finding balance in life. Diala shares her unique schedule and the difficulties of juggling various roles, including being an adjunct professor and running a tutoring business. They also talk about the importance of accepting limitations and embracing change.

Diala introduces her ministry, Balancing Grace, which aims to support women who are losing themselves in their various roles. They discuss the yearning for more and the deeper connection to God that comes with it.

The conversation concludes with a focus on self-care and the importance of defining oneself in Him.

Takeaways:

• Raising a child with special needs can be both challenging and rewarding.
• Finding a supportive community of parents facing similar challenges can provide comfort and valuable insights.
• Effective co-parenting requires open communication and understanding of each other's needs.
• Balancing the demands of teaching and parenting can be difficult, but taking it one day at a time and prioritizing self-care can help. Managing multiple responsibilities can be challenging, but it's important to find a balance that works for you.
• Accepting limitations and embracing change is necessary for personal growth and finding your path.
• Losing oneself in various roles is common for women, and it's important to prioritize self-care and find support in community.
• Faith and a strong connection to God can provide guidance and strength in navigating life's challenges.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:35 Diala's Three Kids

07:12 Accepting the Challenge

09:48 Connecting with Others with the Same Syndrome

12:41 Co-Parenting and Balancing Responsibilities

18:13 Re-evaluating Career and Life

18:34 Managing Multiple Responsibilities

19:11 Finding the Best Path

20:03 Teaching College Students

20:48 Accepting Limitations and Embracing Change

21:16 The Caretakers Journey Ministry

22:09 Balancing Grace

23:06 Yearning for More

23:34 Grief and Loss

24:32 The Importance of Balance

25:20 Losing Ourselves in Roles

26:18 Reevaluating Professional Career

27:14 Discipling Children

28:10 Doing Too Much

29:23 Realizing God's Purpose

30:22 Defining Ourselves in Him

31:28 Growing Stronger in Faith3

2:24 Kids' Testimonies

33:20 Self-Care and Acupuncture

34:18 Taking Care of Oneself3

5:23 Encouragement to Keep Going

Connect with Diala:

Social Media - @Diala.hill

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Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/

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