The Polaris Connection Autism Parenting, Expert Insights & Proven Resources
The Polaris Connection is the ultimate autism parenting podcast for families, caregivers, and professionals navigating the world of autism and special needs. Each episode shares real stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to support children with autism, strengthen family life, and connect with the broader autism community. From special education resources and behavioral tips to advocacy guidance and emotional support, The Polaris Connection provides actionable tools for parents, teachers, and therapists alike. Join us to discover inspiring journeys, learn about autism support networks, and explore ways to celebrate your child’s strengths while overcoming challenges. Whether you’re seeking advice on autism therapies, school programs, social skills development, or community connection, The Polaris Connection offers trusted guidance to help you thrive. Tune in each week for episodes that empower families, build understanding, and create meaningful connections in the world of autism and special needs parenting.
Join Brad Broyles and Nathan Palmer on The Polaris Connection where they help parents of autistic and neurodivergent children find power, perspective, and possibility. Through expert insights and real-life stories, we spark hope, share resources, and inspire families to navigate the journey with confidence. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a movement for connection, strength, and unapologetic advocacy.
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The Polaris Connection Autism Parenting, Expert Insights & Proven Resources
Small Wins, Big Growth: Setting Our North Star in Creating Meaningful Goals for Neurodivergent Kids in 2026
As a new year begins, many families feel pressure to set big goals—but for families of autistic and neurodivergent children, progress often looks different. In this episode of The Polaris Connection, we explore how to approach goal setting for neurodivergent kids in 2026 with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
This conversation focuses on how parents, caregivers, and educators can talk with autistic children about goals in ways that are developmentally appropriate, empowering, and realistic. Instead of overwhelming resolutions, we highlight the power of small wins that lead to big growth—goals that honor each child’s unique strengths, needs, and pace.
Listeners will learn how to identify a family “North Star,” create simple and sustainable goals, and build routines that lead to long-lasting results at home, school, and in daily life. Whether your child is working on communication, independence, emotional regulation, or social skills, this episode offers practical strategies rooted in understanding neurodiversity.
If you’re looking for meaningful goal-setting strategies for autistic children, encouragement for the new year, and tools that actually work, this episode will help you start 2026 with purpose, hope, and direction.
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