Pieces For My Puzzle

• Building Dreams Without Sacrificing Family: Gabs Hayes’ Blueprint for Success

  This week on Pieces For My Puzzle, host Nikki Shipp welcomes Gabs Hayes, an inspiring business coach and mother of three, including a child with special needs. Gabs shares her powerful story of navigating life’s challenges, from parenting a daughter with severe asthma to making life-changing decisions for her family’s well-being. With grace and resilience, she has turned her experiences into a mission to support other parents who are balancing the complexities of family life and entrepreneurship.Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation about motherhood, grief, inspiration, and finding a meaningful balance between your dreams and family commitments.Key Discussion PointsGabs’ Journey as a MomGabs discusses her experiences raising a child with severe asthma and other conditions, including the decision to relocate her family from Georgia to Arizona to improve her daughter’s health.Finding Strength Through LossAfter enduring the stillbirth of her son, Gabs explains how she found the strength to rebuild and offers practical advice for parents coping with loss.Balancing Parenthood and AmbitionGabs shares how she helps parents see that they can pursue their dreams without sacrificing family time, focusing on sustainability and realistic goals tailored to their lives.Advice for Overwhelmed MomsWith empathy and lived experience, Gabs provides tips for moms struggling to keep up, reminding them that they are enough and that it’s okay to take care of themselves too.Making an ImpactGabs discusses her vision for her work, her passion for helping entrepreneurial parents, and her message for families facing similar struggles. Resources MentionedLearn more about Gabs Hayes and her coaching services on gabshayes.comAbout the GuestGabs Hayes is a business coach and mentor specializing in helping entrepreneurial parents achieve sustainable success. A mother of three, Gabs brings her unique perspective and practical strategies to support parents in building the lives they envision without compromising their family values.Connect with Us!Follow    us on Instagram: @piecesformypuzzleEmail    us:  [email protected]    more:  www.piecesformypuzzle.com·       Check it out! We are one of the Top 35 SpecialNeeds Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/special_needs_parenting_podcasts/Thank you for tuning in, and we’ll see you next week for another heartfelt conversation!

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• Building a Safe Haven for Neurodiverse Learners with Dare To Be Academy

  Join us for an inspiring conversation with the founder of Dare To Be Academy, Ashlee Dollar, a passionate mom of an autistic child who turned her personal challenges into a groundbreaking educational mission. This episode dives into her extraordinary journey, from navigating life as a mother of a neurodiverse child to creating a home-based microschool where autistic and neurodiverse learners can thrive.Learn how Dare To Be Academy is breaking barriers with its tailored, sensory-friendly learning environment, passion-driven curriculum, and focus on life skills. You'll hear about the obstacles faced during its creation, the profound rewards of working with neurodiverse children, and heartfelt advice for parents seeking the right educational path for their kids.Key TakeawaysThe Founder’s JourneyDiscover how being a mom of a child with autism shaped her life and inspired a larger vision.The Story Behind Dare To Be AcademyLearn what makes this microschool unique and its approach to supporting neurodiverse children.Insight into the struggles of creating a school and the resilience required to succeed.Advice for ParentsValuable tips for advocating for your child’s needs and finding the right environment.Dare To Be Academy’s Mission and VisionExplore the future goals of the academy and how you can support this important work.Links & ResourcesEmail Dare To Be Academy at [email protected] inspired? Support Dare To Be Academy’s mission or share this episode with a parent who needs encouragement. Visit www.daretobeacademy.com for more details or connect with the academy to learn how you can get involved.Connect With Us: Follow    us on Instagram: @piecesformypuzzleEmail    us:  [email protected]    more:  www.piecesformypuzzle.com·       Check it out! We are one of the Top 35 SpecialNeed Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/special_needs_parenting_podcasts/

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• Leading with L.O.V.E.: Transforming Lives with Dr. Roz

  This episode features the inspiring Dr. Roz, atrailblazer in personal and societal transformation through L.O.V.E. (LettingOthers Voluntarily Evolve). Dr. Roz discusses her groundbreaking work as aCertified Trainer of Kingian Nonviolence, her mission to foster positive changethrough the Love Revolution, and her innovative approach to accessibleeducation with DebtFreeDegree.We chat about how love intersects with leadership,education, and even parenting. Dr. Roz also dives into the power of her GRITBlueprint,sharing actionable strategies to overcome challenges and create meaningfulgrowth in all areas of life. Whether you're a parent, a student, or someonelooking to lead with more love, this episode has something for you!Topics CoveredThe    meaning behind L.O.V.E. and its impact on leadership and lifeHow    the DebtFreeDegree program is making education accessible without student    loansThe    GRITBlueprint and its role in overcoming life’s obstaclesParenting    with love, especially when raising neurodivergent childrenInspiring    personal stories and transformationsAbout Dr. RozDr. Roz is a passionate advocate for leading withlove and fostering transformation, one heart at a time. Through her LoveRevolution and the DebtFreeDegree initiative, she empowersindividuals and organizations to think and act with compassion while creatingreal change. Her work as a Certified Trainer of Kingian Nonviolence aligns withher mission to inspire understanding, growth, and harmony in communities allover the world. Explore more about her mission and programs at drroz.loveConnect With Us: Follow    us on Instagram: @piecesformypuzzleEmail    us:  [email protected]    more:  www.piecesformypuzzle.com·       Check it out! We are one of the Top 35 SpecialNeed Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/special_needs_parenting_podcasts/

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• Entering Her World: A Mother’s Revolutionary Approach to Autism with Jennifer Celeste Briggs

  Step into the world of Jennifer Celeste Briggs, anextraordinary mother and writer who inspires change and connection through herpowerful memoir, Watching Sarah Rise. This heartfelt conversation divesinto her journey raising her daughter, Sarah, who was diagnosed with autism,and how the Son-Rise Program transformed their lives.Topics Discussed:What    is the Son-Rise Program? Learn about this unique approach that fosters    social connection and potential in children with autism.Parenting    Outside the Box: Jennifer shares pivotal moments, breakthroughs, and    lessons from her experiences as Sarah’s mom.The    Power of Community: Uncover the integral role that volunteers and a    supportive network played in Sarah’s progress.Advocating    for Neurodiversity: Jennifer discusses why celebrating individual    potential is key to unlocking a thriving future.Tips    for Parents and Caregivers: Insightful advice to support those    navigating similar journeys.Jennifer’s openness and unwavering love provide hope andpractical wisdom to parents, educators, and anyone touched by autism. About Our GuestJennifer Celeste Briggs is the author of Watching SarahRise, a moving memoir that chronicles her life as a mother raising herdaughter with autism. Through the Son-Rise Program, Jennifer embracedcreativity, patience, and play to help Sarah achieve incredible milestones.Passionate about neurodiversity and acceptance, she continues to inspire otherswith her story of hope, love, and connection. Learn more about Jennifer at watchingsarahrise.com. Get Your Copy of WatchingSarah Rise:Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/watching-sarah-rise-jennifer-celeste-briggs/1145900741 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1647428246 Links and ResourceExplore    Jennifer’s work and mission at watchingsarahrise.com.Learn    more about the Son-Rise    Program at https://autismtreatmentcenter.org/Get    parenting tips, ideas, and inspiration from Jennifer’s story.Connect With Us: Follow    us on Instagram: @piecesformypuzzleEmail    us:  [email protected]    more:  www.piecesformypuzzle.com·       Check it out! We are one of the Top 35 SpecialNeed Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/special_needs_parenting_podcasts/

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• Through the Indigo Door: T.L. McCoy’s Mission to Empower Kids with Disabilities

  This episode features the inspiring T.L. McCoy, a dedicated author and publishing pioneer on a heartfelt mission to bring disability representation to children’s literature. Inspired by her granddaughter who lives with Dravet Syndrome, T.L. wrote Delilah Versus the Ghastly Grim to give kids with disabilities a hero they can see themselves in. The story follows Delilah, who, after a life-threatening seizure, is thrust into a magical world where she must unlock her hidden strengths to survive and help others.We learn about T.L.’s personal connection to this story, why disability-inclusive storytelling matters, and the creative process of bringing this magical adventure to life. Whether you’re a parent, a writer, or an advocate for inclusivity, T.L.’s passion and purpose will leave you inspired and ready to make a difference.Topics CoveredThe inspiration behind Delilah Versus the Ghastly Grim and how T.L.’s granddaughter influenced the storyThe importance of disability representation in children’s literatureHow the fantastical adventure mirrors real-world challenges for kids and familiesT.L.’s experience launching her own publishing company, Blue Round Book GroupAdvice on storytelling and fostering inclusivity in creative worksAbout T.L. McCoyT.L. McCoy is the founder of Blue Round Book Group, LLC, and the author of Delilah Versus the Ghastly Grim, a magical middle-grade fantasy inspired by her granddaughter and her experience with Dravet Syndrome, a rare seizure disorder. Passionate about crafting stories that empower kids with disabilities, T.L. creates vivid, inclusive worlds that inspire empathy and strength in readers of all abilities. Learn more about her work at blueroundbookgroup.com.Purchase the book on Amazon! https://a.co/d/6rkBNL9Connect With Us: Follow us on Instagram: @piecesformypuzzle Email us: [email protected] Learn more: www.piecesformypuzzle.com·       Check it out! We are one of the Top 35 Special Need Parenting Podcasts! https://podcast.feedspot.com/special_needs_parenting_podcasts/

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