The Parent Pivot Podcast

Your adult child is battling depression, thoughts of suicide, and has rejected your faith.  That's enough to send any parent into high anxiety, control and worry.
On this re-air of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia faced this exact situation with their young adult daughter, Jamilyn.  This is a podcast you dare not miss! Hear her story of God's faithfulness and the joy that came out of the ashes.
Enjoy some encouragement and laughter and check out Jamilyn Joy's YouTube channel: Joyful Entertainment and Encouragement
Watch the EPIC Father/Daughter Wedding Dance Battle: Boomer vs. Millennial
 

There’s a moment every dad faces when your child doesn’t need you the way they used to.
And if you’re not careful, you can start to feel unnecessary - sidelined - even replaced.
But what if stepping to the sidelines isn’t rejection?  What if it’s actually your next assignment as a father?
In this "Best of " episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, we talk about the quiet transition no one prepares dads for - and how to move from controlling the game - to coaching from the heart.
Because your role isn’t over.  It’s just changing.
And how you respond in this season might shape your adult child more than anything you did before.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
 

The pivot from Parent to Partner goes more smoothly when we "keep our mouths shut and the welcome mat out" - the main theme of Jim Burns' book and The Parent Pivot Podcast.
Okay - but what is the balance between keeping our mouths shut - and dealing with our own emotions and resentment that pops up with our adult kids?  
On today's podcast, Steve and Julia help you navigate what this looks like to help strengthen your communication and ultimately your relationship(s) with your adult child(ren).
 
Resources mentioned in today's podcast:
For a FREE copy of Jim Burns book, "Doing Life with Your Adult Children" or Randy Alcorn's book, "The Treasure Principle" - send your name and address to: parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com.
Order a copy of "How We Love" by Milan and Kay Yerkovich here.
Get your free copy of Soul Words.

Enjoy this replay of The Parent Pivot Podcast where Steve and Julia sit down with Dr. Jim Burns, President of HomeWord and author of the book, "Doing Life with Your Adult Children." 
Be listening for how you can get a free copy of Jim's book from Steve and Julia.

There comes a time when you have to take a step back from life for a bit and take a deep breath.  Life gets crazy fast, doesn't it?  It's all about balance.
Summer 2024 is here and it's time to relax, reflect and enjoy this short season.  Steve and Julia will be doing that themselves and have some suggestions for you while they are away.
Be sure to circle AUGUST 6th on your calendar when they will be back with some fresh interviews with partners who have some great stories to tell to help you pivot from a parent to a partner!

Pivoting from parent to partner can seem like there's more negative than positive going on.  It takes a shift in thinking and relating to your adult child in an entirely different way.
But in this new season as you pivot, there is joy to be found.  You just have to look for it.
On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia share two different views of how you can find joy on this season of pivoting.
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grandparenting website
FamilyLife Marriage Conference
Hope Restored: 

The pivot from parent to partner is not easy.  It's not a "one and done."  It's not even about "checking the box."  Pivoting can be hard for some parents and the question that comes up often is: 
"How can I tell if I'm stuck in parent mode?"
On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia get real and vulnerable about being aware of some things that may keep you from the pivot to becoming a healthy partner to your adult child(ren).

Do you struggle with anxiety about how your adult child(ren) are living their lives?  It could be the job they've chosen, or maybe they're struggling to make it on their own.  You're left feeling weary and asking yourself the question: "My adult child isn't living the life I'd like them to.  What's a parent, I mean . . . what's a PARTNER to do?"
On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, you'll hear some honest, open and vulnerable talk from Steve and Julia and what they've been through themselves, as well as helping other parents pivot to becoming a "Prodigal Partner."  Get a cup of coffee and sit back and let this podcast soak deep into your heart.  It's worth every minute.
Resources mentioned on this podcast:
"The Problem of Anxiety" podcast with Tim Keller
Dwell app
"The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children" by Stormie Omartian
"The Return of the Prodigal Son" painting by Rembrandt
 

If you've ever wanted to be a "fly on the wall" of a real-life, real-time, intimate conversation with pivoting partners and their adult child - this is the podcast you will be glad you heard.
The tables get turned on Steve and Julia on this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast when their daughter Jamilyn interviews them about a variety of issues she is facing as their adult child living under their roof.  Real life conversations with adult children in real time! 
Don't miss it - and then share it with your adult child.
Mentioned on the podcast:
18 year-old Jamilyn does Dance Dares in the Airport.
https://www.instagram.com/heyitsjamilynjoy/
https://www.youtube.com/@heyitsjamilynjoy
Quote from Jim Carrey on depression:  “I believe depression is legitimate. But I also believe that if you don’t exercise, eat nutritious food, get sunlight, consume positive material, surround yourself with support, then you aren’t giving yourself a fighting chance.” 

What do junior high ministry, bluegrass music and long-distance grandparenting have to do with pivoting from a parent to a partner?
You'll find out when you listen to this week's Parent Pivot Podcast as Steve and Julia interview Wayne Rice.  Don't miss hearing how you can have an impact on your children's children - even when your adult kids set hard boundaries.
Throwback link to the 60-70's: Watch Brush Arbor on Johnny Cash.
Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2025
Get a copy of Wayne's book, "Long Distance Grandparenting: Nurturing the Faith of Your Grandchildren When You Can't Be There in Person"