12/19/2025
Special needs dads often live in a constant whirlwind of worry, planning, and responsibility.
Always thinking ahead. Always holding it together. Always the stabilizers.
My friends at recommended The Art of Embodiment by GS Youngblood, and it has been really helpful. Embodiment is about shifting focus from the nonstop mental loop back into the body and the present moment. It’s a simple but powerful form of meditation—learning how to be here instead of always bracing for what’s next.
This book is a reminder that strength doesn’t just come from pushing through, but from grounding ourselves, breathing, and reconnecting with our bodies. For dads carrying a lot—especially those walking the special needs journey—this can be a meaningful reset.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, tense, or disconnected, this book is worth your time.