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Parenting emerging adults comes with its own set of unique challenges. Among the biggest concerns I hear from parents are these three:
- Their emerging adult’s marijuana use.
- Their emerging adult’s mental health.
- Fear that their emerging adult will be financially dependent for longer than expecte...
As Generation X parents, many of us grew up in a time when emotions weren’t exactly front and center in our households. Big feelings like sadness, anger, or frustration were often brushed aside, minimized, or outright ignored—not out of malice but because our parents weren’t equipped to handle them....
As your children grow into emerging adults, the way they need you changes dramatically. They’re exploring their identity, making big decisions, and figuring out who they are in the world. It’s a time of transformation—for them and for you as a parent.
If you want to maintain a strong, supportive re...
A question I often hear during consultation calls is, "How do I know if I’m helping my emerging adult or enabling them?" It’s a tough one because the line between helping and enabling can be blurry. But my response is usually the same: Are you parenting from your gut, or are you parenting from the a...
Having difficult conversations with your emerging adult—whether it’s about a life decision or a significant challenge—can feel tense for both of you. But staying calm is key to making sure the discussion is productive and supportive. Whether you're the parent or the emerging adult, handling these ta...
It’s tough to watch our emerging adults struggle, especially when they turn to alcohol or drugs as a way to manage their mental health. But are you, as a parent, unknowingly allowing this behavior? Maybe you’re not stepping in because you don’t know how, or perhaps you’re afraid of what it might rev...
