Nature Documentaries
There is healing power in nature. That’s a definite!
That said, sometimes, life does not provide as many opportunities to be outside as we might hope. We have found that nature documentaries provide a level of calm that no other TV can achieve. There are even shows like Bejeweled Fishes on Prime Video which show colorful fish with calming music and no narration. It is truly soothing.
The Disney Nature documentaries seem geared towards younger viewers and they are a staple in our house. Michael loves Bears, Elephant and Dolphin Reef and watches them regularly. Sometimes I just pick one and put it on in the background while we are hanging out at home. But, as I typed that sentence, Michael walked in and asked for ‘Dolphin’ so I guess that’s what we’re watching today.
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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