Balance Retreat—Podcast Edition
Downloadable audio versions of all four workshops so that you can listen on the go—whether that's while you do dishes or while you sit in the pick-up line!
($99 value)
Ready to get off the accommodation hamster wheel and get your family back into balance in just one day?
Step Off the Eggshells and Balance Your Family Life
Setting boundaries that actually work and handling big behaviors without punishments, rewards, or letting your Autistic child walk all over you just got a whole lot easier with my proven Balance system.
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Have you heard the myth?
You know, that you should throw out any and all expectations for your Autistic child and let them live their life with absolutely zero responsibilities or accountability for their behavior?
Or that you’re an adult, so your needs and bodily autonomy don’t matter and you should let your child use you as an accommodation with or without consent?
Or that you shouldn’t ever make your Autistic child do something they don’t want to do, so if you can’t convince them that something is important to them you should just drop it entirely?
Now I want to be honest… There is a season where reducing demands and focusing solely on accommodating makes sense. We want our kids to feel regulated and safe, and dropping our expectations is what makes most sense in that season.
But here’s the secret: You aren’t supposed to STAY in that season.
Once our kids feel safe and regulated and we, as parents, have a solid handle on meeting their needs regularly, we are ready to start adding some balance back to our lives. And that can be easier said than done.
Especially when every attempt you’ve made at being “consistent” with boundaries and consequences, either your child absolutely LOST IT or you ended up exhausted from the constant battles and gave in.
But it doesn’t have to be that way!
The truth is that we can meet our kids’ needs without completely throwing in the towel and letting them run the house like a tiny dictator, and we can also create realistic boundaries for our family without becoming dictators ourselves and ignoring our child’s needs.
It's all about Balance.
WARNING!
Side effects to balancing your family life may include…
Your Kids ACTUALLY Following the Realistic Boundaries and Expectations You’ve Set
You'll be able to confidently handle Target trips, play dates, and simple afternoons at home knowing that your child understands the boundaries AND has everything they need to meet them.
Your Autistic Child Handling Disappointment WITHOUT a Meltdown
Finally feel like you can breathe again when you let your child know that you can't do what they want right this second and they can accept that no without losing their mind.
Your Needs Being Considered (And Even Met) By Someone Other Than You
No more losing your mind as your child screams in your ear or climbs all over you while you're in sensory overload because you'll have a plan with your child to make sure BOTH of your needs are met!
Don't Believe Me Yet?
Let me pull back the curtain for story time...
After my son's autism diagnosis, I went full force into accommodation mode. Nearly everything in my life became about helping him stay regulated, calm, and happy.
But it came to a point where I was in total burnout and my other kids were frustrated that everything in our family revolved around my Autistic son.
Basically, we needed to stop walking on eggshells all the time, but whenever I tried to keep any sort of boundary my son would lose it and we'd all be dealing with his massive meltdowns.
I knew we needed a massive shift in the way our family operated, maybe you've been here too.
Fast forward a few years, and our family is in an entirely different place.
Everyone in our family understands each member's needs, and we accommodate *each other* instead of everyone ignoring their own needs to accommodate my one Autistic son.
My son can navigate boundaries and respect other people's "no" without explosive meltdowns, and we've done it without icky ABA tactics or teaching him that his needs aren't important.
And if this is possible for my family of 8 neurodivergent humans, it's possible for your family too!
Can you imagine...
- What it would feel like to know how to set (and actually stick to) boundaries without completely ignoring your child’s needs or sending your child into meltdown-mode.
- How you’re going to feel when you have a system in place to handle behavior in a way that supports their child but also teaches their child that it isn’t okay to act that way.
- When you are able to find some balance between meeting your child where they’re at and letting them walk all over you.
If any of this sounds impossible, I want you to know that not only is it possible, it's possible for you. And I know that because I’ve been exactly where you are now and have created a proven system that's worked for so many parents just like you.
I know you're ready to create some balance in your family...
But you have some questions like...
- I've tried to set boundaries before and my child had NONE OF IT and things just got worse until I gave up and gave in... What am I doing wrong?
- Did I make a mistake dropping expectations and focusing on meeting my child's needs? Now they can't handle the smallest disappointment...
- Everyone says we should compromise and plan with our kids... But what do we do when their only "compromise" is doing 100% what they want to do?
- I've struggled with boundaries in the past because I can never stay consistent... Am I just doomed?
- How do I stick to boundaries when I'm the one who ends up punished by my kids outbursts and meltdowns?
- How do I set and enforce boundaries without totally ignoring their needs? I don't want to set expectations that they aren't able to meet...
These Questions are EXACTLY Why I Created the Balance Retreat!
If you're ready to step off the eggshells and into a family that accommodates *each other*, but you feel like it's impossible to set a single boundary without dealing with an epic meltdown...
I'd like to invite you to the
Balance Retreat Workshop Bundle!
The only workshop bundle designed specifically for incredible parent-advocates to help them create more balance in their family without setting off their Autistic child or dropping all of the accommodations that are already working for their family.
So, what is the Balance Retreat anyways?
The Balance Retreat is a virtual workshop bundle that guides parents of Autistic children to create a family that accommodates each other.
Here are just a few of the aha-moments and lightbulb dings you'll get at the event…
- The 3 basic boundaries to add when you feel like your Autistic child runs your entire household
- How to know exactly when to hold firm to a boundary and when to be flexible, AND feel good about your decision so you can let go of the constant second guessing
- The 4C’s of behavior so that you can discover exactly why your child is struggling to meet an expectation or follow a boundary every single time
- My 3-Step Process for handling whatever behavior your child throws at you without resorting to ignoring, bribing, or punishing.
- The truth about consequences and how to make sure your child is actually learning that their behavior isn’t okay (and that in the “real world” there are consequences for their actions)
- The 3 biggest mistakes that parents make on their journey to becoming truly balanced, and how to avoid each one
No more 3 am Googling. No more Facebook groups telling you you're doing everything wrong. No more wasting time on things that don't matter.
The Retreat Breaks Down Like This...
WORKSHOP ONE
Balance Begins With You
A deep look at what got you to this point in your journey and what your journey will look like as you commit to becoming balanced
In this workshop, you’re going to learn:
- Exactly what got you here, and how your focus on accommodating your Autistic child has served you, your child, and your entire family.
- A fundamental shift to the way you understand your role as an entire human that exists outside of your role as a parent-advocate.
- Why self-care for parents is bull-shirt and exactly what you should aim for instead in order to avoid caregiver burnout.
WORKSHOP TWO
Boundaries Like a Boss
Step-by-step systems to implement solid boundaries in your family, even if your child is demand avoidant and has huge outbursts whenever they don’t get their way
In this workshop, you’re going to learn:
- The 3 specific boundaries that each and every family should implement with their Autistic children and how to implement those boundaries successfully
- Exactly how to communicate your boundaries to your Autistic child in a way that they can fully process and understand, even if they're non-speaking or have comorbid disorders.
- When to stick to your boundary and when to be flexible without feeling guilty, flakey, or like you have no idea what you're doing as a parent.
WORKSHOP THREE
Behavior Plan Made Simple
Exactly how to create a behavior plan without icky ABA tactics so that you know exactly what to do to manage your child’s behavior in a way that respects them as an Autistic human and allows you to know you’re teaching them.
In this workshop, you’re going to learn:
- The 4C's of Behavior so that you always know exactly what's causing your child's behavior struggle (without jumping to sensory all the time OR assuming your child never ever does anything on purpose)
- The 3-Step process to handle any behavior your Autistic child might throw your way so that you feel confident in your ability to manage behaviors without losing your ish or making your kids even angrier.
- Exactly how "consequences" fit into your parenting and how to effectively teach your child that a behavior simply isn't okay without resorting to punishments or other ABA tactics.
WORKSHOP FOUR
Becoming Balanced
Get clear on your next steps toward becoming truly balanced and discover the 3 mistakes most parent-advocates make and how to avoid them.
In this workshop, you’re going to learn:
- The 3 most common mistakes that even the best parent-advocates make when they're starting to create balance in their families (and how to avoid them!)
- How to set and declare your vision for your family's future so that you can see exactly what your ideal balanced life will look like.
- The exact next steps you should take on your unique balanced journey, so that you leave the workshop with a specific action plan tailored to your unique family.
Access the Balance Retreat Workshop Bundle Today!
- Balance Begins With You ($99 Value)
- Boundaries Like a Boss ($99 Value)
- Behavior Plans Made Simple ($99 Value)
- Becoming Balanced ($99 Value)
- BONUS: Balance Retreat
Podcast Edition ($99 Value) - BONUS: Action-Packed
Balance Workbook ($49 Value) - BONUS: 180 Day
Replay Access ($47 Value)
To make sure you have EVERYTHING you need to take action and create the balanced family life you need, you’ll also get access to these special bonuses...
Action-Packed Workbook
With this actionable workbook, you'll be able to take what you learn during the workshops and put it into practice in your family.
($49 value)
180-Day Replay Access
Life is BUSY, so you will have access to the replay of all 4 workshops for 6 full months following your purchase.
($49 value)
You're the perfect fit for the Balance Retreat If...
- You're an overwhelmed and burnt out parent of Autistic child and you've given everything you have to accommodating their needs.
- You're starting to feel like your other kids are getting the short end of the stick because they are constantly compromising and giving into their Autistic sibling in order to not "make waves".
- If you so much as ask your child to put the tablet away or any teeny tiny thing happens that isn’t your Autistic child’s exact preference it’s back to world war three.
- You are tired of feeling like you constantly walk on eggshells to avoid the next outburst, and you don't know how much longer you can last with your Autistic child controlling every single thing your family does.
- If you're being honest, you're starting to feel like your house is being run by a tiny dictator.
If any of these sounds like you, keep reading because you’re exactly where you need to be.
I can't wait to welcome you to the
Balance Retreat Workshop Bundle!
Balance Retreat Workshop Bundle!
If you're ready to create a family where *everyone's* needs are accommodated...
NOW IS THE TIME TO GET STARTED!
How many more days do you want to go before setting boundaries that your child can actually follow?
How many more days do you want to go walking on eggshells in your own home and feeling like you are always at. the mercy of your Autistic child?
How many more days will you deal with your Autistic child's dangerous, unkind, or simply unacceptable behaviors?
You deserve more, your child deserves more, and your family deserves more.
GET YOUR BALANCE RETREAT BUNDLE TODAY!
The Balance Retreat
Isn't Just Another Workshop...
Isn't Just Another Workshop...
This is the only workshop bundle of its kind created by an Autistic adult *and* parent of Autistic children.
HAVE WE MET?
Hey friend, I’m Kaylene
And I am really tired of parenting experts putting so much pressure on parents (especially those who identify or were socialized as moms or women) to be perfect.
We have to always be flexible and understanding, no matter the behavior we’re dealing with, and see that there’s a reason our kids are acting that way...
But at the same time, we are supposed to be 100% in control of our own responses all the time with no understanding for the reason we are struggling. Make that make sense?
Oh, and if we do acknowledge that there’s a reason, it must just be because we aren’t doing enough “self-care”. Because on top of caring for EVERYONE else, we have to be the one to care for ourselves too, right?
Well, I think that’s bull shirt.
The truth is, parents are humans too, and it’s time we start acknowledging that.
So I put together this workshop to teach realistic strategies to get out of this pattern of walking on eggshells and prioritizing your Autistic child over absolutely everything (which, let’s be honest, has you headed straight for burnout), and create a more balanced family life where EVERYONE is respected and cared for like the human they are.
If you're still reading, there's something keeping you on the fence...
MY FAMILY HAS TONS OF COMPETING NEEDS...
I am right there with you! I'm an Autistic parent raising 6 neurodivergent kids and that makes some things (like trying to balance opposite sensory needs or deal with meltdowns without getting triggered yourself) pretty difficult. This event was designed specifically to manage the needs of multiple neurodivergent family members.
MY CHILD DOESN'T UNDERSTAND RULES...
I completely understand how impossible it can feel to get your child to fully process. and understand boundaries and rules, especially if they are non-speaking or have comorbid disorders. The Balance system I'll be sharing at the retreat is specifically designed for Autistic kids of all ages and abilities, so you will be able to tailor these strategies to your unique family.
I DON'T WANT TO USE ICKY ABA TACTICS
Ummm same. I am so not about using manipulative tactics like punishments, rewards, or *shudder* planned ignoring. The Balance system I'll be sharing at the retreat will help you understand the real reason for your child's behavior and create and stick to realistic boundaries that help your child be more successful without resorting to tactics that make you feel icky.
My best clients ask questions like these before getting their tickets…
Is this bundle just a big sales pitch?
Is this bundle just going to tell me to do self-care?
What if I can’t watch all of the workshops right away?
What does the workshop bundle actually look like?
If I’m neurodivergent myself, will this apply to me?
I’m disabled. Will this event be accessible?
It's choice time, friend.
Either you can keep going the way you have been... Spending hours in free Facebook groups that just leave you feeling guilty and confused, reading yet another blog post with "5 quick tips to...", and buying yet another book that's filled with theories that seem impossible to follow in real life...
Or you can use my step-by-step proven Balance System to change the trajectory of your entire family's future by creating the balance you all desperately need.
I want you to think about where you want to be…
- Three months from now. Do you want to be still dealing with meltdowns or do you want to actually enjoying time with your child again (while they still feel safe and regulated)?
- Six months from now. Do you still want to be walking on eggshells in your own home, or do you want to know that you have the routines and boundaries in place that keep your family balanced (and a solid plan for when they aren't followed)?
- A year from now. Do you still want to feel that guilt every single time you see your other kids give up in order to avoid their Autistic sibling's wrath, or do you want to empower ALL of your kids to work together to get all of their needs met without huge fights and battles?
If you're ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and defeated on this parenting journey, let the Balance Retreat be the turning point where everything changed for you, your Autistic child, and your entire family.
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Workshop Bundle Today!
Workshop Bundle Today!
- Balance Begins With You ($99 Value)
- Boundaries Like a Boss ($99 Value)
- Behavior Plans Made Simple ($99 Value)
- Becoming Balanced ($99 Value)
- Balance Begins With You ($99 Value)
- Boundaries Like a Boss ($99 Value)
- Behavior Plans Made Simple ($99 Value)
- Becoming Balanced ($99 Value)
