In this episode, we talk all about setting goals with Alec and why goal setting matters for everyone — on the autism spectrum or not. Every individual deserves to feel pride, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment, and for some, that journey simply requires additional support and structure.

Alec has been setting goals from a young age. We started small with attainable, short-term goals and gradually built toward larger, yearly goals that support independence, confidence, and growth. Along the way, we’ve learned how powerful it is to break goals into manageable steps and celebrate progress at every stage.

We share how we’ve adapted goal setting over time, what’s worked, what we’ve adjusted, and why helping individuals on the spectrum experience success is just as important as the goals themselves. Whether you’re supporting a young child, a teen, or an adult with autism, this episode offers encouragement and practical ideas to help make goal setting meaningful and achievable — piece by piece.

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In this episode, we’re recapping the holidays — autism and all. The holiday season can be especially challenging for individuals on the autism spectrum, with disrupted routines, sensory overload, and nonstop social demands. This year, we’re happy to report that Alec earned a solid B+, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

We break down what worked well for Alec, the strategies that helped support him, and what we might do differently next time. While this holiday season felt like a win, it hasn’t always been this way — and we share openly about the years when the holidays were anything but successful.

This honest recap is meant to encourage families who are still in the trenches. Progress isn’t about perfection — it’s about learning, adjusting, and celebrating the small wins along the way. If your holidays felt hard, you’re not alone, and there is hope for smoother seasons ahead.

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Join us—Angie Matheney and Christi Jensen—for a candid Q&A-style conversation where Christi opens up about what she wishes she could have told her younger self when Alec was first diagnosed.

We talk about the shifting priorities that come with raising a child on the spectrum, the pressure to "do everything right," and the importance of giving yourself grace. Whether you're just starting out or years into your journey, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that you're not alone.

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