The Parent Pivot Podcast

"I Can't Do This Anymore!" - Interview with Suzanne Roragen, author of "Unconditional"

Your young adult child heads off to college and the rebellion begins.  Drug and alcohol abuse that leads to an arrest you never imagined could happen in your family.   
Sometimes the pivot from parent to partner can take some drastic turns before God can step in and start the healing process.
That's what Suzanne Roragen faced with her son Nick and she joins Steve and Julia on this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast to talk about her journey and her book, "Unconditional."
 

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast - "What Do You Do When . . . ?": Steve & Julia Respond to a Loyal Listener's Situation

Like anything we do in life, there can be an "art and a science" to it.  Pivoting from Parent to Partner is no different.  
On this re-air of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia take the in-depth time to personally respond to a loyal listener who invited them into her pivot about her college grad daughter and some things that aren't quite turning out the way she thought they would. 
Steve and Julia provide some "art" AND "science" on making this pivot well from parent to parter.  Make it a point to download this episode and listen and refer back to it later.  

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast - Being Generous to Our Adult Children: How Much is Too Much?

One dynamic that comes into play as we pivot from being a parent to a partner is: What is the balance between financially helping our adult child(ren) - and enabling them?  
Whether it's paying for college, a car, a down payment on a new home, or childcare for the grand babies, how much is too much?  Especially when you aren't seeing any grateful hearts and expectations begin to take over because, "Mom and Dad will cover it."
Can you relate?
On this re-air of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia sort that tension out for us and provide wisdom to help you have the right conversation with your spouse about how generosity plays out for you with your adult child(ren).  Don't miss it!
For a free copy of "The Treasure Principle" by Randy Alcorn, text Steve at 714-742-9625 or email parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
 

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: When It Seems Hopeless - Interview with Jamilyn Upchurch

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
 

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: ”I’m Going to the Sidelines” - When It’s Time to Take a Step Back: Interview with Jackson Cummings

You have a college student who is an adult.  You have pressed hard into this young man/woman and now things are fracturing and getting worse.  What's a mother or father of an adult child to do?
On this re-air episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast you will hear a very touching and transformative father/son story of healing for both of them - with the son being the teacher to Dad's own relationship with his father.  It's a 3-generation story of God's goodness and redeeming work.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
 

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: Having Hard Conversations with Your Adult Child

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.

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: "Doing Life with Your Adult Children" Interview with author Dr. Jim Burns

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.

Summer is Here!

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!

Partners: Find Joy in This Season! Here's How

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: 

How to Tell If You're Stuck in "Parent Mode"

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).