ABCs of Parenting Adult Children
ABC’s of Parenting Adult Children is a thoughtful, compassionate podcast hosted by James Moffitt for parents navigating the challenges of relationships with adult sons and daughters. Through honest conversations and real-life stories, the show explores communication, boundaries, identity, LGBTQ+ acceptance, grief, faith, reconciliation, and emotional healing. Whether your relationship is strong, strained, or broken, this podcast offers insight, hope, and practical wisdom for parenting adult children with empathy and understanding.
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Episodes
106 episodes
When Parenting Grows Up: Nancy Pickard on Communication, Healing, and Healthy Relationships
In this episode of ABC's of Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks with Nancy Pickard, an integrative life coach and author, about the complexities of parenting adult children. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, the...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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44:47
Navigating Dyslexia: Insights for Parents with Russel VanBrocklin
In this episode of ABC's of Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks with Russell VanBrocklin, an expert in helping parents navigate the challenges of raising dyslexic children. Russell shares his personal journey with dyslexia and h...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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53:06
When Feelings Feel Big: Helping Your Adult Children Feel Safe With Their Emotions
Keywordsemotional development, parenting, resilience, children's emotions, mental health, emotional expression, parenting advice, emotional resilience, child psychology, family dynamicsSummaryIn this episode of ABC's...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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51:57
From Manager to Mentor: A Parenting Shift with Troy Fink
Keywordsparenting, adult children, family coaching, relationships, faith, mentorship, restoration, entrepreneurshipSummaryIn this episode of ABC's of Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks with family co...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:07:12
Forgiveness & Healing in Family Dynamics
Keywordsparenting, adult children, family healing, forgiveness, boundaries, trauma, faith, estrangement, relationships, spiritual growthSummaryIn this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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40:43
Money, Boundaries & Resilience: Guiding Your Young Adult Forward
Keywordsparenting, young adults, life transitions, mental health, financial literacy, college readiness, therapeutic consulting, adulting skills, boundaries, independenceSummaryIn this episode of ABC's of Parenting Adult Ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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54:45
Parenting Adult Children: What They Still Need From You
In this episode, James Moffitt and Robert Hunt discuss the complexities of parenting adult children, emphasizing the importance of accountability, modeling behavior, and transitioning from a parent-child relationship to a mentoring role. They e...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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37:46
When ADHD Affects the Whole Family: A Mindful Way Forward
KeywordsADHD, parenting, executive functioning, mindfulness, neurodiversity, family dynamics, young adults, parenting strategies, support systems, personal obligationsSummaryIn this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult C...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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41:11
From Pain to Purpose: Healing Childhood Wounds With Courage and Grace
Keywordsconscious parenting, inner child, reparenting, emotional intelligence, childhood trauma, authenticity, spirituality, parenting strategies, adult children, healingSummaryIn this episode, James Moffitt intervie...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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38:07
Parenting Before the Crisis: How Proactive Strategies Change Everything
Keywordsparenting, adult children, family dynamics, recovery, emotional wellbeing, financial literacy, proactive parenting, spirituality, life skills, communicationSummaryIn this episode of The Parenting Adult Childr...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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55:11
Letting Go Without Losing Connection: The Transition to Adulthood
Keywordsparenting, adult children, transition to adulthood, parent-child dynamics, emotional intelligence, self-care, clarity, perspective, expectations, personal growthSummaryIn this episode of the ABCs of Parenting...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:29
Healing Tension With Adult Children: A Respect‑Centered Approach
Summary:**In this episode, Katherine Sellery, a renowned parenting coach, joins James Moffitt to discuss the challenges and strategies of parenting adult children. They explore the impact of emotional intelligence and communication, focu...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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46:57
From Distance to Connection: Supporting Your LGBTQ+ Adult Child
Key wordsLGBTQ+, parenting, grief, relationships, storytelling, empathy, personal growth, creativity, emotional intelligence, family dynamics, LGBTQ+, parenting, acceptance, emotional intelligence, family dynamics, identity, r...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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52:23
How to Stay Connected to Your Adult Children With Emotional Maturity
Talia is the CEO and Founder of Newport Counseling Center, Inc. and Coaching with Talia, Inc. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Talia has completed post-graduate certification in...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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34:59
Overwhelmed as a Parent? How to Move Forward With Confidence
Keywordsparenting, autism, neurodivergent, homeschooling, adaptive strategies, mindset shifts, self-regulation, empowerment, collaboration, Andrea PollackTakeawaysAndrea transitioned from law to homeschoolin...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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33:09
When Skiing Becomes a Lifeline: Ryan Delena’s Journey
Show NotesIn this episode of the ABC's of Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes Robert C. Delena to discuss the transformative journey of his son, Ryan. The conversation delves into the challenges Ryan faced in th...
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Season 1
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Episode 85
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21:26
Letting Go of What Hurts: Emotional Release That Heals
In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes back Dr. David Marcus, a clinical psychologist specializing in families under stress. Dr. Marcus discusses the concept of a 'soothing presence' and the proce...
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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31:56
Why Money Feels So Personal: Understanding the Emotions Behind It
In this episode of ABC's Apparenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt talks with John Hankins, a certified financial therapist and licensed social worker. They discuss the importance of financial literacy for young adults, the emotion...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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40:45
Empowering Your Special Needs Child: Hope, Tools & Support
Keywordsparenting, adult children, special needs, educational strategies, advocacy, learning disabilities, multi-sensory learning, success stories, self-care, diagnosisSummaryIn this episode of the ABCs of Parenting Adul...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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19:49
Healing Together: The Power of Therapy in Family Relationships
In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt speaks with trauma therapist Caroline Watson Kobylinski about the complexities of parenting adult children. They discuss the importance of self-care for parents, the ...
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Season 1
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1:01:10
From Confusion to Confidence: A Parent’s Guide to Disability Advocacy
In this episode of ADC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt is joined by John Fela and Katy Moffitt to discuss the challenges and experiences of parenting children with disabilities. John shares his journey as a parent of a no...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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1:04:22
When the Spotlight Isn’t Enough: Angie Mizzell’s Journey to Self‑Discovery
In this episode of the Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes guest Angie Mizzell, an author and former television journalist. They discuss Angie's journey from a successful career in TV journalism to becoming a storytell...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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55:25
Why Validation Matters: Parenting With Empathy and Connection
In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes clinician Brady Daniel to discuss the complexities of parenting adult children. They explore the importance of emotional and spiritual healing, the mind-body...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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58:19
Speak From Clarity, Not Chaos: The Power of ‘Emptying Out’
In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, Dr. David Marcus, a clinical psychologist with 40 years of experience, shares insights on effective communication strategies for maintaining healthy relationships with young adult child...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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1:00:33
Hope for Your Brain: Neuroplasticity, Dopamine & Healing
In this episode of the ABC's of Parenting Adult Children podcast, James Moffitt hosts Amanda West, who shares her journey of overcoming long COVID and fatigue through dopamine management. Amanda discusses her book, Dopamine Mountain, and offers...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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52:29