I’m Antoinette – life coach, autism mum, and your guide from chaos to calm.
If you’ve ever folded laundry at midnight, sat in the car after an appointment, or hidden in the bathroom just for five minutes of peace – this one’s for you.

💡 Today’s Topic:
The 4 Parent Archetypes I’ve identified in my years of coaching – and why only one is truly living the life they want.

The Four Parent Archetypes

1. Shocked Parent (25%)
   • Often new to diagnosis
   • Stuck in grief cycles (denial, anger, bargaining, depression) – sometimes all in one day
   • Constantly Googling, feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to start
   • Thoughts: "Did I cause this?", "Will my child ever be independent?"
2. Isolated Parent (30%)
   • Withdraws from social life to avoid judgement or awkward questions
   • Convinced “no one understands”
   • Avoids gatherings and support, leading to burnout
   • Thoughts: "It’s easier to stay home", "No one can handle my child like I can"
3. Warrior Parent (35%)
   • Always in battle mode – schools, doctors, systems
   • Advocacy skills are sharp, but joy in parenting fades
   • Believes burnout proves devotion
   • Thoughts: "If I don’t fight, who will?", "I can rest when my child gets what they deserve"
4. In-Control & Calm Parent (10%) – The Goal
   • Clear vision, balanced plan
   • Manages emotions instead of being managed by them
   • Prioritises self-care as essential, not selfish
   • Lives fully – with goals for themselves and their child
   • Thoughts: "We’ve got this", "We are both capable of amazing things"

Key Message

• The difference between just surviving and truly thriving isn’t your child’s needs, finances, or support system.
• It’s emotional mastery – learning to feel your emotions without being ruled by them.
• When I shifted to being calm and in control, my son had fewer meltdowns, my relationships improved, and I started living my dreams again.

Your Next Step

Join my FREE 3-Day Masterclass: “Regain Calm & Control for Autism Parents”
📅 August 11–13 | 🕛 12 PM EST | 📍 To sign up! Click HERE

What you’ll learn:

• Day 1: Identify your archetype & start emotional mastery
• Day 2: Build your Personal Renewal Plan (real self-care for autism parents)
• Day 3: Dream big – life beyond just managing autism

Parent feedback from past masterclasses:

• “For the first time in two years, I feel hopeful.”
• “I finally understand why I’ve been so overwhelmed – and what to do about it.”
• “I now have permission to take care of myself without guilt.”

💭 Reflection Prompt:
What would change if you became a calm, in-control parent?
Hold that vision – because it’s not just a dream, it’s your next reality.

Explore a variety of tailored resources for parents of autistic children on my website: www.lliautism.net.

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