Hello! This week I am joined by Leah Moore. She is a mama to three children- a daughter with a rare chromosomal condition and twin boys, one of whom also has special needs. Leah’s resounding message for our listeners and everyone she comes into contact with is, “Share your story!” 

Leah and I talk about what strategies she leans on to cope with the challenges she’s been given and practice self-care. She strongly believes in the power of writing and has even completed a memoir called, Loving You Big. She also shares how she’s grown as a mother (and a person) in her ability to stand up for her daughter and many others, in a loving and respectful way. She has goals to keep educating her family, students, and her community about peoples’ differences and embracing them with a sense of inclusion. 

We also talk about what is going well and not going well in our parenting and day to day lives. She had awesome advice for everyone on this, to figure out a balance and be able to be all in with her children. She shares the insight that when she’s feeling frustrated or rushed with her children, it’s usually because she’s not fully present in the moment. This made such an impact for me and it can make you more aware of what’s holding you back in your family relationships; work, chores, stress, etc. 

One of the coolest insights she shared is the concept of Window and Mirror texts. It relates to the idea that texts (podcasts, books, stories, blogs, etc) can show us a window into something we may not be aware of or a mirror that they can see themselves reflected in and relate to. Take a moment to think about that idea. She believes this concept is so important for connection and learning about others in the world. 

More than anything, I hope you come out of this with the idea that your story is important and you should share! Leah has even extended the invitation to help share that story if you feel you need help or a platform. Don’t hesitate to connect with her!

Who is Leah Moore:

Leah Moore is a high school English and Theater teacher in NY, who who believes in the power of sharing stories. She has a wonderful daughter who has Cri du Chat syndrome, a rare chromosomal disability, and energetic twin toddler tornadoes.  She believes parents need a place to empathize with one another and life’s odysseys can best be handled with kindness and a sense of humor. Leah writes to celebrate the joy found in the unexpected in her blog www.lovingyoubig.com. She has just finished her first memoir, Loving You Big, about finding joy in difficult times.  

Connect with Leah:
IG: https://instagram.com/lovingyoubig
Website: https://lovingyoubig.com/

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