“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord Himself, is the Rock eternal.”
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Every homeschool year is a new opportunity not just to cover academics, but to shape the heart and character of our children. As I stepped into the 2025–2026 school year with our eighth grader Sebastian, I felt a pull to do things with greater intention. This year, that has meant building our days around a rule of life: a simple framework that keeps prayer, morals, academics, and spirituality woven into everything we do.
Prayer as the Anchor
We start our mornings in prayer, and I’ve found it changes everything. It sets a peaceful tone, reminds us of God’s presence, and helps us keep perspective when challenges come. Prayer has also grown beyond the “start of the day” routine and it shows up in how we approach lessons, decisions, and even family conflicts. For other homeschooling families, I’d encourage making prayer a rhythm, not just a box to check.
Learning Faith Through Church History
One of the core pieces of our curriculum this year has been exploring the foundation of the Church and its history. Understanding how Christ established His mission through the Church helps our children see faith as something bigger than themselves. It grounds them in a story that has been unfolding for centuries and invites them to find their place in it. If you’ve never studied church history together, even in simple ways, it can spark powerful conversations and deepen understanding.
Following Strengths and Interests
Like many kids, Sebastian lights up when we tap into his interests. This year, I’ve built curriculum with his passions in mind whether that’s giving him that time in connecting with his friends playing basketball, tying writing projects to things he enjoys, or letting him dive deeper into areas where he shows natural strength. For parents, this is a reminder: when we teach from a child’s strengths, they see learning as part of who they are, not just something required of them.
Living What We Learn
One of the most rewarding shifts this year has been taking what we learn and putting it into practice. Prayer has expanded into praying for others. Lessons about the Church have led us to think about serving as the Church. And intentionally, we’ve tied service into our school year helping in the community and also serving within our own family. This has taught Sebastian (and me) that education is not just for personal growth, but for living out Christ’s mission in real ways.
Why It Matters
At the end of the day, homeschooling isn’t only about academics it’s about forming whole people who love God, serve others, and live with intention. When we root our days in prayer, focus on morals and spirituality alongside academics, and build from our children’s strengths, we do more than educate. We disciple. We raise intentional families. And we experience transformation together.
Our Daily Rhythm for Homeschooling
8:30 AM – Prayer, Scripture & Study
We begin with prayer, grounding our day in God’s presence. Sometimes it’s a simple prayer or a Psalm, sometimes a longer Bible study. This sets the tone for everything else. When I am working, Kevin will take over the prayer and scripture with Seb, watch a chosen episode, or watch the Bible project.
9:00 AM – Morning Academics
Literature and Comp, writing, reading for 30 minutes, science and history.
11:30 AM – Spanish and electives
We study the foundations of the Spanish and talk through it. Afterwards, he will have an elective such as art, computer, logic games, and music. He eats lunch while doing electives at times.
12:30 PM – Math & Chores
He will do pre algebra online with teaching textbooks curriculum. It has taught him responsibility and independence within academic learning. He then will complete his chores.
1:00 PM – Creative/Passion Projects
This is where I lean into Sebastian’s strengths writing/editing stories, exploring tech, or diving into basketball-related projects. Giving space for passions keeps learning joyful and personal.
2:00 PM – Service/Community Focus (Weekly)
Not every day, but at least once a week, we dedicate time to serving others. That might be helping a neighbor, writing cards, or volunteering. It reminds us that learning is meant to flow outward.
Homeschooling isn’t always easy, and it rarely goes exactly as planned. But every prayer, every book opened, every act of service done together is building something eternal in our children. You don’t have to have the “perfect” schedule or the “perfect” curriculum you just need faithfulness, one day at a time.
As you guide your children this year, remember the goal isn’t just raising smart kids, but forming hearts that love God, serve others, and walk in truth. That is the kind of education that lasts.
Take a deep breath, trust the path God has you on, and know that your daily faithfulness is shaping a legacy far beyond the walls of your home.
Isaiah 54:13 (NIV)
“All your children will be taught by the Lord, and great will be their peace.”
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Work can easily become tasking with deadlines, demands, expectations, and emotions all rolled into one never ending to do list. Whether you’re clocking into a job, managing a business, or running your household, it’s easy to feel like peace and purpose get lost in the shuffle.
But I’m learning this: peace isn’t the absence of pressure. It’s the presence of God in the pressure.
And purpose doesn’t always feel glamorous it’s often found in the quiet, it’s being faithful and saying yes to what’s in front of you today.
1. Peace Isn’t Something You Chase, It’s Something You Choose
Some days are unpredictable. The phone won’t stop ringing. The tasks keep piling up. But peace is not about having a perfect day it’s about inviting God into the middle of your messy one.
It’s that moment when you stop and whisper, “Lord, all into your hands please center me.”
It’s choosing not to carry the pressure alone. It’s remembering that peace is a person…Jesus…and He goes with you into every room, every shift, every conversation.
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace.” Colossians 3:15 (NIV)
2. Purpose Doesn’t Mean “Big” It Means “Intentional”
You don’t need a platform to live with purpose. You just need community and His presence.
Purpose is what your created for like showing up for your job, your coworkers, or your clients with integrity.
It’s working with excellence not for applause, but because you represent something bigger than yourself.
It’s knowing that even the mundane things sending an email, checking a chart, wiping down a counter can be holy if you do them with a heart of service.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” – Colossians 3:23 (NIV)
3. Work Flows Better When You Set Boundaries
Peace is harder to hold onto when we never rest.
If we’re always saying yes, always checking in, always trying to prove our worth through our work, we run ourselves empty.
Setting boundaries isn’t selfish it’s how we protect the peace God has given us.
Make space for rest. Take your breaks. Leave work at work when possible. Don’t feel guilty for taking a breath.
Closing Thought:
You can work from a place of rest, not hustle. You can be led by the Spirit, not driven by stress.
God never called us to grind ourselves into the ground He called us to partner with Him.
Peace and purpose aren’t reserved for the lucky few they’re available to anyone willing to walk with God in their work.
So whatever you do today do it with peace in your heart and purpose in your steps.
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Brokenness shows up in different ways. Sometimes it’s loud like betrayal, loss, or heartbreak that leaves us breathless. Other times it’s quiet like an ache under the surface, the weight of exhaustion, or the numbness that creeps in when we’ve carried too much for too long.
A broken heart doesn’t always look like tears. Sometimes it looks like busyness that never slows down. Sometimes it looks like snapping at the people we love. Sometimes it looks like feeling nothing at all. I’m guilty of all three.
The truth is that brokenness is not the end. It’s often the place where healing begins.
Faith: Sitting With the Healer
When everything falls apart, it’s tempting to retreat into our own strength or lack of it. But healing begins when we turn toward the One who calls Himself close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Sitting with Jesus, even in silence, is not wasted time. He doesn’t ask us to come polished, just to be present. In His presence, the pieces of our hearts are held together, even when we don’t feel it yet. That’s the truth.
Friends That Matter
Not everyone can walk with us in brokenness. Some people want quick fixes or avoid the mess. But real friends the ones who listen without rushing, who remind us we’re loved, who show up with coffee or just a text, those are the companions who steady us in the storm. Healing rarely happens alone. God designed us to need each other.
Time: Letting the Process Breathe
I wish healing was instant, but it’s usually, awfully slow. Just like a broken bone needs time to knit back together, the soul needs space to mend. There’s no shame in that. Time doesn’t heal all wounds, or erase pain, but it softens day by day. With time, we learn to carry our stories differently not as open wounds, but as scars that remind us of God’s faithfulness.
The First Step Forward
If you feel broken today, you don’t need to map out the whole healing journey. Just take the first step and sit in silence with Jesus. Let a trusted friend know you’re hurting. Give yourself permission to not be “okay” yet.
Brokenness is not your identity and for some it’s for a season. Stay close to the One who loves and knows you completely.
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Middle school is a turning point. One foot is still planted in childhood, the other foot reaching for independence. If you’re homeschooling through this season, you know it’s a beautiful mix of wonder, questions, and eye rolls, curiosity and challenges, laughter and slammed doors. Homeschooling isn’t always easy.
Some days it’s coffee in your hand with waffles in theirs and laughter around the kitchen table.
Other days it’s frustration and tears over long math lessons and a pile of physical and emotional messes giving you the side-eye.
But here’s what I’ve learned: when God leads the way and peace fuels the mission, everything changes.
Not because it’s easier, but because your anchored.
Homeschooling with God being at the center means trusting in Him so much that what you’re building matters far more than checking off every box.
1. Make Room for Rest
One of the most powerful things I’ve added to our homeschool is rest.
Not just in the schedule, but in my spirit.
Rest to us means we don’t cram every minute with work. It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to pivot.
Sometimes the best lessons come in the in-between moments like random trips you just gotta take, when we ditch the curriculum and follow where God is leading.
A peaceful homeschool doesn’t run on perfection. It runs on flexibility, grace, and breathing room.
2. Teach the Heart, Not Just the Mind
Academics are important, but shaping a child’s character is eternal.
It’s not just about raising smart kids it’s about raising kind, compassionate, spiritually grounded kids.
When peace leads, we slow down enough to notice what our children are really needing:
A listening ear. A patient guide. A safe place to fail and try again.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5 (NASB)
3. Build Routines Around Your Values
Comparison is a thief, especially in homeschooling.
What works for one family might not work for yours and that’s okay.
Peaceful, purpose-driven homeschooling starts when you stop copying and start listening:
To God. To your children. To what your family actually needs in this season.
Design your days around values, not pressure.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23 (ESV)
Closing Thought:
When we homeschool trusting in God from a place of Rest and Peace, He shows us His purpose and we don’t just educate we disciple.
We plant seeds of faith, resilience, and curiosity that grow beyond the books and beyond the school year.
This calling isn’t easy, but it is holy. And you were made for it.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5 (NASB)
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Life has a way of hitting in waves. Sometimes they’re small ripples, and sometimes they feel like they might sweep us under. In those seasons of chaos, grief, or exhaustion, we quickly discover something beautiful that God often sends people to carry us when our own strength runs thin.
They may not even realize they’re doing it.
It might be the friend who texts, “I was thinking of you today.” Or calls out of nowhere when you have been feeling out of sorts.
The neighbor who drops off a meal.
The spouse who takes over the dishes without being asked.
The coworker who steps in so you can catch your breath.
These moments are not random — they’re God’s fingerprints. They’re His way of reminding us that He sees us, that we’re not alone, and that He’s working through ordinary people to meet extraordinary needs.
God Is Nearer Than We Think
When we’re standing in the middle of a storm, it’s easy to wonder if God hears our prayers. We may even feel like He’s silent. But Scripture reminds us over and over again that God is not distant in our pain.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18
He’s not far off, waiting for us to fix things ourselves. He is near closer than the next breath. And not only does He see us, but He also sees the needs of those we love.
He Knows What Our Kids Need
As parents, one of our deepest prayers is that our children will be okay that they’ll be guided, protected, and loved even when we can’t be right beside them.
Here’s the incredible truth:
God knows exactly what our kids need, even more than we do.
He knows when they need a teacher to speak life into them.
He knows when they need a friend who will stand by them.
He knows when they need space to grow, and when they need a safe place to land.
And He moves in ways we can’t always see putting the right people in their path, opening the right doors, and closing the ones that would harm them. Our job isn’t to control every outcome, but to entrust them daily to the One who loves them more than we could ever imagine.
We’re Not Meant to Carry It Alone
One of the most humbling lessons in life is learning to receive help. I learned to receive it early on with my middle son who has complex needs. At first, I couldn’t believe it then God placed people in my life with so much love, wisdom and compassion. They reiterated that community is what matters especially when life is off. We live in a culture that often glorifies independence, but God designed us for community. So many stories in the Bible reflect this very thing.
It’s not weakness to lean on others it’s wisdom.
It’s allowing God to work through His people to remind us we’re cared for.
And sometimes, we get the joy of being that person for someone else.
A Prayer for the Tumultuous Seasons
If you’re in the middle of a hard season right now, I pray you feel God’s nearness in every small kindness, every answered prayer, every moment of unexpected relief. I pray you remember that you are being carried by the people He sends, and by the God who will never let you go.
To the people who have carried us and our kids:
Today I lift up every person You have placed in our lives to help carry us through the hard seasons. For the ones who have prayed when we couldn’t find the words, who have shown up when we felt alone, who have loved our children as if they were their own I thank You.
Bless them, Lord, for every unseen act of kindness, every sacrifice of time, every gentle word spoken in the right moment. Strengthen their hearts when they grow weary, and remind them that the seeds they’ve sown in love will bear fruit that only Heaven can measure.
Thank You for using them as Your hands and feet in our lives. May they feel Your nearness and Your delight over the way they’ve reflected Your heart. And may You surround them with the same care, love, and encouragement they have poured into us.
Amen.
And may we never forget:
When life feels too heavy to carry alone, God has already placed the right hands to help hold it and His are the strongest of them all.
Philippians 1:3–4
“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy.”
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There are days when you wake up and wonder how you’ll make it through.
You stare at the ceiling, already tired, already overwhelmed, and all you can do is whisper, “Lord, help me.”
You’re not alone.
Strength and perseverance aren’t about having it all together. They’re about showing up even when everything inside of you wants to give up. It’s about taking the next step, not because you feel strong, but because you trust God to carry you when you can’t carry yourself.
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Isaiah 40:31
That kind of strength doesn’t come from hustle or willpower it comes from surrender.
Real Talk: Life Is Full
Like many of you, I’ve been juggling a full plate lately. Taking care of a home. Working. Preparing for another year of homeschooling. Carving out time to be with friends, encourage others, and serve where I can. It’s a lot.
But through it all, the one thing that grounds me the one thing that trumps every thing on that to-do list is making time to sit in silence with God.
That time isn’t always long or perfect. Sometimes it’s five minutes before the house wakes up, or a moment in the car before heading into work. But those quiet pauses with Him are where I find real strength the kind that doesn’t fade when life gets heavy.
Perseverance Is Built in the Hard Places
It’s easy to trust God when things are smooth. But when life feels like chaos when the house is loud, the emails pile up, and your body is aching from doing it all that’s where perseverance is formed.
You grow stronger every time you pray every time you decide to talk with God when you’d rather panic.
You grow deeper every time you worship through the tears.
You grow wiser every time you pause and ask God for direction instead of reacting out of exhaustion.
God Doesn’t Waste the Struggle
You may feel unseen. But God sees you in the laundry, in the grocery store line, in the lesson planning, in the late-night prayers.
He’s using this season. Even when it feels like survival mode, He’s shaping something sacred in you.
Stress Less Skill for Today
If you’re feeling exhausted:
Rest is not weakness. Even Jesus rested. Take time to breathe. You don’t have to be everything to everyone. Boundaries are holy. You’re not less spiritual because you’re busy but staying connected to God through it all is essential. Remember: perseverance isn’t always pretty. It’s messy, tear-streaked, and real. But it’s beautiful in God’s hands.
A Prayer for Strength and Perseverance
“Lord, I’m tired. Sometimes it feels like too much. But I choose to trust You today. Fill me with Your strength. Help me to keep going, even if I’m crawling. Remind me to sit with You not to check it off a list, but to be still and be filled. I know You’re with me. I know You have a plan. And I believe You will give me exactly what I need, right when I need it. Amen.”
You’re Stronger Than You Think — Because God Is With You
Whatever your season looks like whether you’re managing a home, leading a classroom, working long hours, or just trying to make it to bedtime know this:
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need to stay close to the One who does.
So keep going. Keep trusting. And when you can’t take another step, fall into His grace. He will carry you.
Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
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I used to think stressing less meant moving on toward something more peaceful. More routines. More structure. More research.
But somewhere along the way—through sleepless nights, therapy visits, and long car rides of prayer—I learned something deeper:
Less stress doesn’t start with doing more. It starts with surrender. The kind of surrender that brings you to your knees.
As a mom of three boys and one with complex needs and autism, I’ve often felt the silent pressure to be everything, know everything, and fix everything. Maybe you’ve felt it too.
But can I share something with you that changed my life?
You were never meant to carry it all.
We serve a God who is present in our everyday lives. A God who sees what we’re carrying and lovingly says, “Let me hold that.”
What Does Surrender Look Like?
Surrender isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom.
It’s recognizing that your strength has limits, but God’s strength does not.
It’s praying, “God, I don’t know what to do next,”
…and trusting that He does.
It’s releasing your grip on what you can’t control—diagnoses, behaviors, timelines, outcomes—and placing it gently into the hands of the One who already knows the end from the beginning.
His plans are better than yours so let Him be the Lord over every detail of your life.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5–6
A Simple Prayer
When things feel like too much, here’s a prayer you can whisper:
God, I give this all to You.
I receive Your peace, comfort and direction
Say it while waking up, making meals, folding laundry, driving to therapy, or lying awake at 2 a.m.
This prayer has grounded me on some of my hardest days.
A Final Word of Encouragement
Guys, you are doing holy work. It’s not easy. It’s not always tidy. But it is deeply meaningful.
And you don’t have to do it alone.
Start with surrender.
Start with Jesus.
And let peace be the path you walk, even in the unknown.
You are seen. You are supported. You are not alone.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” Philippians 4:6 NLT
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Let’s pause for a moment, take a deep breath, and speak this truth aloud:
You’re not failing.
Even if you have a crazy mess in your house, car, life and your to-do list feels like it’s taunting you—you’re not failing.
Even if you’re homeschooling days go sideways, your child melted down, you broke a toe, or you melted down—you’re not failing.
Even if your faith feels off, your energy is low, and your prayers feel more like a bunch of sighing…I just sighed lol. You’re still not failing.
Because failing implies giving up.
And you haven’t given up. You’re still showing up. You’re still trying. You’re still loving.
Maybe today didn’t look like your best. Maybe you felt impatient, overwhelmed, and so exhausted. But God doesn’t look at you the way the world does. He looks at your heart, not what you do. He sees the sacrifices. The silent tears. The strength of “I’ll try again tomorrow.”
We live in a culture that pushes perfection, filters, and constant comparison. But real life is messy. Healing is messy. Parenting is messy. Faith is messy. And in the mess, God is still working. He’s not asking you to be perfect. He’s asking you to be present.
So here’s a gentle reminder:
The fact that you care so deeply is not a weakness. It’s evidence of your strength.
The fact that you worry about failing means you’re deeply invested in your family, friendships, your purpose, and your calling.
You are not behind. You are not too much. You are not invisible.
You are exactly where you need to be to grow into the person God is shaping you to be.
One day, you’ll look back and realize that the version of you who kept going—even when it was hard, even when you felt unseen—is incredibly brave. Some times it will feel so impossible when you’re on the road you chose and nothing is going as you planned. However, you are where you need to be.
So today, give yourself space to breathe. Let go of the lie that you have to do it all perfectly. No one is perfect we are all imperfect. I am reminded from a previous coworker that “Maritza, there is no work life balance.” She is absolutely right in the sense where you will put more effort into one pocket and make less time and effort for another over of your life.
Perfect work-life balance doesn’t really exist. Life moves in seasons and we naturally invest more into one area (like work, caregiving, or marriage) while others get less attention. That doesn’t mean failure—it means you’re human.
Instead of chasing all the things ask yourself:
1. What needs more of me right now?
Giving yourself permission to lean into one area without guilt lets you adjust without feeling like you’re failing in other areas.
2. What’s getting too much of me?
3. What’s been neglected that needs love and energy?
Then shift accordingly. Life doesn’t balance daily—but over months, you can stay aligned.
Stop aiming for perfect balance. Tilt intentionally toward what matters most this week. Protect small practices from neglected areas. Forgive yourself when one pocket overflows.
Breathe.
Pray.
Rest.
And remember…
You’re not failing.
“Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT
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Some days feel like they’re so full of so many things—meltdowns, miscommunication, medical appointments, messes. As a special needs parent, I understand the noise never really quiets. But in the middle of all the chaos, there’s a still, small whisper calling us to pause.
Psalm 46:10 gently reminds us:
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
But how do we be still when life demands so much?
This week on the podcast, I talked about what it means to slow down and center yourself in God’s presence—even if it’s just for a few moments. It’s not about perfection. It’s about permission. You have permission to rest. You have permission to breathe.
When Everything Feels Loud
For parents raising children with autism or any extra-effort needs, the world is often overwhelming. Routines constantly shift. Emotions run high. It’s easy to feel like you’re always behind or like you’re not doing enough. I’ve been there. Some mornings I woke up exhausted, tired, wondering how I was going to make it through the day.
But God doesn’t ask us to carry everything alone.
He says,
“Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
What It Looks Like to “Be Still”
Being still doesn’t mean doing nothing. It means doing the most important thing: connecting with God. Here are some practical ways I’ve learned to find peace in His presence:
Start the day with prayer. Whisper, “Lord, I need Your peace today.”
Play worship music while drinking coffee, folding laundry or driving to therapy appointments.
Meditate on a short verse, like Psalm 46:10 or Isaiah 26:3, when anxiety creeps in.
Give God your schedule. Surrender your to-do list and ask Him to guide your steps.
These small moments of stillness add up. They become sacred pauses in your daily rhythm.
Peace Is Possible, Even in Pain
One of the most powerful things I’ve discovered is that peace isn’t the absence of suffering —it’s the presence of God in our suffering. Even when things don’t make sense, even when the answers don’t come, God is still present. He is our refuge, our strength, our very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
You don’t have to figure everything out today. You just have to be present with the One who already has a plan.
A Gentle Invitation
If you’ve been running on empty, I invite you to sit with God today. Even if it’s just for 5 minutes. Be still. Breathe deeply. Whisper His name. You are not alone. God sees you. He knows the weight you carry. And He offers you peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Let Him hold you. Let Him remind you that He’s in control—even when life feels out of it.
“Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes.” Psalms 37:7 NLT
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