The Shine
A Guide to Staying Sunny
A space for reflections inspired by family, creativity, gentle movement, and the beautifully diverse experiences of life with autism. Some entries explore the realities and joys of the autism journey, while others offer simple reminders to pause, breathe, and stay centered in daily life.
You’ll hear from parents, siblings, advocates, and caretakers as they share their stories, insights, and passions with openness and care. Our hope is that these words meet you where you are and help fill your cup, one blog post at a time.
Blooming Together: Spring, Yoga, and Finding Connection Through Art
Blooming Together This Spring Spring is a season of light, optimism, and new beginnings. The cold, quiet months of winter fade away, making space for warmth, color, and growth. It’s a time to step outside,
Love in Every Heart: Connect Through Art and Yoga This Valentine’s Day
Winter Reflections: Finding Connection Through Yoga As snow blankets the New England landscape and the world quiets down in the crisp stillness of winter, I’m reminded that this season is an invitation to slow down
Yoga and Autism: The Connection and the Benefits
Winter Reflections: Finding Connection Through Yoga As snow blankets the New England landscape and the world quiets down in the crisp stillness of winter, I’m reminded that this season is an invitation to slow down
Ally’s Shine Holiday Gift Bundles: The Perfect Way to Share Love and Art This Season
The holidays are a time for connection, caring, and thoughtful gestures. As a mother to Ally, an autistic artist whose artwork never fails to inspire, I know firsthand the joy that art can bring into
Radiant Reflections With Autistic Art
As Ally’s mother, I’ve come to cherish the way her art illuminates the world with beauty and understanding. An autistic artist, Ally’s recent painting of the Nubble Lighthouse in Maine is a perfect example of
Birds of a Feather – Autistic Artists Connect Beyond the Spectrum
As Ally’s mother, I’ve come to cherish the way her art illuminates the world with beauty and understanding. An autistic artist, Ally’s recent painting of the Nubble Lighthouse in Maine is a perfect example of
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