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Author: Amanda

Everyone has the right to work
Disability

Everyone has the right to work

Including anyone with a disability, if they desire. In my home state of Kentucky, Governor […]

June 21, 2022June 21, 2022By Amanda2 mins read
Amanda’s Friday Favorite Finds- Lake Days
Dreams

Amanda’s Friday Favorite Finds- Lake Days

Glad you are here! Quick Intro: Whether you’re my friend or someone who follows this […]

June 25, 2021June 23, 2021By Amanda3 mins read
Lessons in Gratitude
Leadership, Mindset

Lessons in Gratitude

As I stood on that confetti filled stage at the Owensboro Convention Center, the lights […]

June 17, 2021June 21, 2022By Amanda4 mins read
Why Quality Child Care is Non-Negotiable For New Entrepreneurs Chasing Success
Parents

Why Quality Child Care is Non-Negotiable For New Entrepreneurs Chasing Success

Guest Post Writer: Elena Stewart When you want to run your own business but you […]

June 10, 2021June 7, 2021By Amanda6 mins read
Start Recognizing Others’ Legacies Now and Begin Creating Your Own
Mindset

Start Recognizing Others’ Legacies Now and Begin Creating Your Own

What comes to mind when you think about the word legacy? Maybe the money someone […]

June 3, 2021June 3, 2021By Amanda4 mins read
I Want To Say Something – I love Autism!
Disability, Parents

I Want To Say Something – I love Autism!

I want to say something that might surprise you. It would have surprised me 8 […]

February 18, 2021June 21, 2022By Amanda6 mins read
Have the Courage: Business vs. Nonprofit Startup
Dreams, Leadership, Mindset

Have the Courage: Business vs. Nonprofit Startup

Missed the podcast episode where Kelly Harris (business owner) and Amanda Owen (non-profit founder) give their tips on having the courage to start? Today’s blog provides the highlights getting started and knowing your why!

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021By Amanda4 mins read
Living Life in Auto-Pilot
Dreams, Leadership, Mindset

Living Life in Auto-Pilot

What phase of life are you in- Is your life running you or are you running your life? Get 3 tips to push yourself into a mindset of growth….

January 7, 2021December 10, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
Wanting More is Scary– Do It Anyways!
Dreams, Mindset

Wanting More is Scary– Do It Anyways!

Have you ever thought to yourself that those who are chasing their dreams and “doing the thing” are FEARLESS? I am hear to share that I am making my dreams become a reality, but I am scared shitless! Oh…but I’m doing it anyways!

December 31, 2020January 11, 2021By Amanda6 mins read
The Gift Within You
Dreams, Mindset

The Gift Within You

Today is filled with a loving spirit as we rejoice in the birth of Jesus, […]

December 24, 2020December 27, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
All Behavior is a Form of Communication: So How Do I Figure Out What They are Saying?
Dreams, Parents, Special Education, Teaching

All Behavior is a Form of Communication: So How Do I Figure Out What They are Saying?

Did you know all behavior is a form of communication? Dig deeper to learn how to understand what your child might be telling you by acting out.

December 17, 2020January 16, 2021By Amanda5 mins read
What Sports Can Teach Us About Success
Dreams, Mindset, Parents

What Sports Can Teach Us About Success

I have found that I am most successful at writing first thing in the morning. […]

December 13, 2020January 11, 2021By Amanda5 mins read
Putting Your Goals in Your Pocket
Dreams, Leadership, Mindset

Putting Your Goals in Your Pocket

How do you set your goals? Need motivation to have the right mindset- learn some of my personal habits to get you started today!

December 10, 2020January 11, 2021By Amanda4 mins read
Giving thanks even in 2020
Dreams, Mindset

Giving thanks even in 2020

Happy Thanksgiving! I imagine, at some point today, each of us will take a moment […]

November 26, 2020December 13, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Reading Changed My Life: the list of books that could change your life
Dreams, Leadership

Reading Changed My Life: the list of books that could change your life

I remember that I hated to read when I was younger. I was a slow […]

November 20, 2020January 11, 2021By Amanda6 mins read
The Autism Journey- a mother shares 6 tips on how she navigated her way from preschool to senior year
Disability, Dreams, Parents, Special Education

The Autism Journey- a mother shares 6 tips on how she navigated her way from preschool to senior year

By: Stephanie Synder Alex was diagnosed with mild to moderate autism and ADHD at 2 […]

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
Wife-Sister-Daughter-License Therapist-Friend-Mother to a Son with Autism; shares her “one step at a time” mindset
Dreams

Wife-Sister-Daughter-License Therapist-Friend-Mother to a Son with Autism; shares her “one step at a time” mindset

by Beth Roberts One step at a time: my way of coping with Autism, and […]

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
What moms want you to know about their children with Down syndrome
Disability, Dreams, Parents

What moms want you to know about their children with Down syndrome

Did you know that October is Down syndrome awareness month? If I am being honest, […]

October 29, 2020October 31, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Don’t Let the Pandemic Set Back Special Education
Disability, Special Education

Don’t Let the Pandemic Set Back Special Education

We have heard it time and time again. These are unprecedented times…uncharted territory. As parents […]

August 21, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Damn You, Self Doubt; You’re Glaring at Me
Dreams

Damn You, Self Doubt; You’re Glaring at Me

I take one last look in the mirror before a head out the door for […]

August 14, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
Five Strategies for Parents to Navigate the New School Year
Dreams, Parents, Special Education, Teaching

Five Strategies for Parents to Navigate the New School Year

It feels like I have just recovered from the anxiety, shock and stress that non […]

July 31, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Celebrating My “Why”- Happy Birthday, Nick!
Disability, Dreams

Celebrating My “Why”- Happy Birthday, Nick!

Today is July 30th — a date that should be etched in some history book […]

July 30, 2020July 30, 2020By Amanda3 mins read
Reset & Reflect: Why Vacations are Important for Leaders
Dreams

Reset & Reflect: Why Vacations are Important for Leaders

I laced up my worn out running shoes. Yes, these Nikes have seen better days, […]

July 6, 2020July 6, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
An Open Letter To Kentucky Legislators: Why were those with intellectual disabilities not part of the conversation?  Can we do better?
Dreams

An Open Letter To Kentucky Legislators: Why were those with intellectual disabilities not part of the conversation? Can we do better?

I want to introduce you to Matt. Matt is 52 years old and is a […]

June 12, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
“…autism is so much more than ‘being quirky.’”- An Interview with Kayla, her views of having autism
Disability, Dreams, Parents

“…autism is so much more than ‘being quirky.’”- An Interview with Kayla, her views of having autism

“I have high-functioning autism!” Kayla announces proudly. Any stereotypes of being “shy” or “socially awkward” […]

June 11, 2020June 26, 2020By Amanda8 mins read
WE ARE ONE:  Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere!
Dreams

WE ARE ONE: Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere!

What my co-leader taught me about WE ARE ONE!

June 5, 2020June 5, 2020By Amanda8 mins read
Special Needs Parents Understand the Uncertainty of Covid-19
Disability, Dreams, Inclusion, Parents

Special Needs Parents Understand the Uncertainty of Covid-19

There has been a lot of fear and uncertainty associated with the Covid-19 crisis, specifically […]

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
A Mother’s Journey of Hope & Blessings: Raising a Son with Autism
Disability, Dreams, Parents

A Mother’s Journey of Hope & Blessings: Raising a Son with Autism

Our Story On January 24, 2015, Mike and I welcomed the most beautiful baby boy […]

May 21, 2020May 22, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
Must-Know Productivity Tips During Quarantine from Three Working Moms
Dreams, Leadership

Must-Know Productivity Tips During Quarantine from Three Working Moms

If I had time to complete the enneagram personality test, it would inevitably tell me […]

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Maintaining Purpose Through a Crisis
Leadership

Maintaining Purpose Through a Crisis

I have been running my nonprofit, aimed at serving those with intellectual disabilities, for seven […]

May 14, 2020May 13, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
Tips for Business Leaders on How to Focus Your Vision during the COVID-19
Dreams, Leadership

Tips for Business Leaders on How to Focus Your Vision during the COVID-19

“Business as usual” these days is a phrase that is no longer relative during the […]

May 13, 2020May 12, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
The Unsung Heroes of the Covid-19 Crisis
Dreams, Inclusion

The Unsung Heroes of the Covid-19 Crisis

The media and members of the community have honored and shown appreciation for a variety […]

May 1, 2020April 30, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
Five Things a Mother Wants You to Know about her Daughter with Autism; Our Dreams are Just as Big!
Disability, Dreams, Inclusion

Five Things a Mother Wants You to Know about her Daughter with Autism; Our Dreams are Just as Big!

Families of children with special needs are no strangers to isolation. We live our lives […]

April 29, 2020April 29, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Do You Really Know What Autism is?
Disability, Dreams, Inclusion

Do You Really Know What Autism is?

By now I would assume most readers are aware that April is Autism Awareness month. […]

April 24, 2020April 24, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
Mothers Surviving the COVID-19:  We Got This!
Dreams

Mothers Surviving the COVID-19: We Got This!

There are memes for days of struggling moms trying to hold their shit together while […]

April 17, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
World Autism Day; I Wear Blue for Their Sibling
Dreams, Parents

World Autism Day; I Wear Blue for Their Sibling

Today we wear blue. Blue to celebrate and honor those with autism. This awareness day […]

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020By Amanda3 mins read
10 Disability Awareness Tips to Understand in Order to Make an Impact
Disability, Dreams, Inclusion

10 Disability Awareness Tips to Understand in Order to Make an Impact

All communities are in a state of unknown of what the future holds. Businesses and […]

March 29, 2020March 29, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
Inspiring Leaders Take Notes:  #LeadLikeAndy
Dreams, Leadership

Inspiring Leaders Take Notes: #LeadLikeAndy

Without a doubt, every person in America is navigating uncharted territories as we are living […]

March 25, 2020March 25, 2020By Amanda5 mins read
My View of Living Life with Cerebral Palsy:  What I Want You To Understand
Disability

My View of Living Life with Cerebral Palsy: What I Want You To Understand

Cerebral Palsy might be a disability, we don’t let that define us. We are just […]

March 23, 2020March 23, 2020By Amanda2 mins read
6 Tips for Special Needs Parents During “Corona-cation”
Dreams

6 Tips for Special Needs Parents During “Corona-cation”

As the world closely monitors the spread of Coronavirus and makes decisions to protect the […]

March 12, 2020March 12, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
How To Use The Right Words When Talking About Those With Disabilities
Dreams

How To Use The Right Words When Talking About Those With Disabilities

It was freshman year of high school, sitting in English class, and I overheard someone […]

February 28, 2020February 28, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
Special Needs Mommas, I’m Here to Help Carry the Weight
Dreams, Parents

Special Needs Mommas, I’m Here to Help Carry the Weight

As the executive director of a nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities, I have become a […]

February 20, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
Attention Ladies:  Have You Filled Your Cup Up Lately?
Dreams

Attention Ladies: Have You Filled Your Cup Up Lately?

This past Friday, I attended an event called Fill Your Cup Conference. The intention of […]

February 14, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
A Thank You Letter to Tim Tebow: Night to Shine Prom Leaves Greater Impact
Dreams

A Thank You Letter to Tim Tebow: Night to Shine Prom Leaves Greater Impact

Dear “Dreamer” Tim Tebow, I’m writing this letter to you as a dreamer myself, as […]

February 7, 2020February 8, 2020By Amanda9 mins read
The Biggest Thing Advocates Get Wrong: 4 Principles to Avoid It
Dreams, Inclusion

The Biggest Thing Advocates Get Wrong: 4 Principles to Avoid It

My weekly blogs are typically inspired from events that happen in my life.  This one […]

January 31, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
We Rise By Lifting Others
Dreams, Inclusion

We Rise By Lifting Others

I tend to fall in love with all the cliche quotes “Dream Big,” “Follow Your […]

January 24, 2020January 24, 2020By Amanda6 mins read
Dear Mom: I Turned Out Okay!
Dreams, Parents

Dear Mom: I Turned Out Okay!

Dear Mom,  I know raising my brother, who has a disability, takes a toll on […]

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020By Amanda7 mins read
I See You Staring at My Brother with a Disability; It’s okay!
Dreams

I See You Staring at My Brother with a Disability; It’s okay!

Living 35 years of my life having a brother with a disability has made me […]

January 10, 2020January 16, 2020By Amanda4 mins read
2020 is the Year to be the Best Version of Yourself; It Starts with your Mindset
Dreams

2020 is the Year to be the Best Version of Yourself; It Starts with your Mindset

Today marks seven days before the year 2020 takes flight.  If you are anything like […]

December 28, 2019By Amanda5 mins read
5 Tools for Any Parent Raising a Child with Disabilities to Survive Christmas
Dreams

5 Tools for Any Parent Raising a Child with Disabilities to Survive Christmas

Christmas for many brings joy, excitement, celebration, and the spirit of love and giving. Many […]

December 16, 2019December 16, 2019By Amanda8 mins read

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