Travel Diaries - Trip to Surendranagar & Bajana Wildass Sanctuary
Being a mother to a neurodiverse adult has been one of the most humbling and transformative journeys of my life. Over the years, my priorities as a parent and teacher have evolved — constantly adapting to Akshat’s growth, his challenges, and his changing needs. There was a time when my entire focus revolved around enhancing his cognition — every activity, every goal, every plan was built around developing his understanding and intellect. But as life unfolded, I realized that cognition, though important, is only one part of the puzzle. What truly matters now are the life skills that empower him to navigate the world with confidence, and the social exposure that helps him feel included and accepted. Cognition hasn’t disappeared from the list — it’s simply found a new place, making space for what’s most essential today. With this in mind, I am always on the lookout for meaningful opportunities to give Akshat the social experiences he deserves — those rare and precious moments wh...