The Parent Pivot Podcast
We are Steve and Julia Cummings and we are empty nesters who desire to maintain healthy relationship with our adult children. We have found that something needs to change in us, the parent, when our child becomes an adult. We need to ”pivot” from parenting, to partnering. What does that look like? When do I say something and when do I not? Why won’t they listen to me? We address these questions and host more in a real, raw an vulnerable way in real time. Tune in each week as we help you become a partner to your adult children. New podcast weblog
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Episodes
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Death, cancer, infidelity, infertility, alcoholism and more would cause anyone to be bitter, angry and not someone you'd want to be around. But when you "choose" to see life as a glass that is half full, your life will be richer and more meaningful. Not only that, you are creating a solid legacy for generations to come.
On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia share what they see is the "gold standard" for what it looks like to pivot from parent to partner. This is a podcast you won't want to miss!
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday May 09, 2023
Tuesday May 09, 2023
Parenting is hard enough when you're married, and for single mom's and dad's it can be an uphill road. Then the kids grow older and leave the nest and now you find you need to pivot to being a partner, but what does that look like for you?
On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia bring their wisdom and love to come alongside single parents of adult children with some helpful tips to bring you life for this season of your journey.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia sit down for a much anticipated interview with Dr. Jim Burns, President of HomeWord and author of the book, "Doing Life with Your Adult Children."
Be listening to today's podcast for how you can get a free copy of Jim's book from Steve and Julia.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
When your adult child has a different viewpoint than you, the pivot from Parent to Partner just got a whole lot harder, didn't it? Especially in this day when identity is being defined by our sexuality and it's constantly in our faces and on our screens! What's a Partner of an adult child to do?
On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia admonish us to avoid "poking the bear" and provide practical wisdom and insight for navigating this potentially tumultuous issue. Don't miss it!
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
The house is quiet. The life that was once there is gone. It's changed dramatically and will never be the same again. Pivoting from being a parent to a partner is hard, no doubt.
On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia walk us through the importance of grieving this season of life that we are moving out of. It’s a healthy, very needed process in order to pivot well into the role of being a partner to your adult children. Grieving isn’t always about tears. Moments of joy also provide healing in this transition. Don’t miss Steve and Julia’s admonishment to embrace the strength that grieving brings to our hearts.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Pivoting from being a parent to a partner when you have adult children can be overwhelming at times. There are so many issues hitting you from all sides it can be hard to process and make sense of it all.
On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia want to make sure we don't miss "the main thing." If this is in place and thriving, partnering with your adult child becomes healthier and more rich as you come alongside them.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Your adult child is not following through on the boundaries you've set up. How do you pivot from being a loving Parent to a Partner that launches them well to be a responsible adult in society?
On Part 3 of their Boundaries series, Steve and Julia will help you navigate that tension between love and grace on the next episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Pivoting from Parent to Partner has it's challenges especially when it comes time to set some boundaries for your adult child. How do you balance love with responsibility?
On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia walk through one scenario with principles that will guide you through that process for any situation.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Your anxiety is up as you watch your adult child make poor choices, or maybe he/she is too slow to see what the "right" decision is. How do I pivot from being a parent to becoming a partner?
Steve and Julia have been down this road many times, and still struggle with this. On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast they provide us with the #1 principle for navigating this new season with your adult child.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
The kids are gone and a new season has arrived. You and your spouse suddenly have all this time on your hands. Now what?
On this episode of "The Parent Pivot Podcast," Steve and Julia open up about ways they have been able to pivot and share them with you as you enter this next season of life with your adult children.
Contact Steve & Julia at:
parentpivotpodcast@gmail.com
www.meadowbrookcounselingga.com
www.bringingkingdom.org