ABCs of Parenting Adult Children

• Active Listening and Validation in Parenting

  Send us a textIn 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 connection, and how these elements can foster better family relationships. Brady shares insights from his 19 years of experience, emphasizing the significance of validation, active listening, and self-awareness in parenting. The conversation also touches on the impact of unresolved church wounds and the role of therapy in family growth.Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildrenSupport the showSocial Media Links https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMoffitt https://www.instagram.com/parentingadultchildren125/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefpropellerhead ABC's of Parenting Adult Children Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581576308055 r/parentingadultchildren Feel free to subscribe to these channels and share the links with your social media portals.

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• Understand the 'emptying out' process for effective communication- Dr David Marcus

  Send us a textIn 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 children. He discusses the importance of developing a common emotional language and the concept of 'emptying out' to foster emotional connections. Dr. Marcus also touches on the challenges parents face, such as dealing with adult children's individuation and the need for parents to be a 'soothing presence.Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildrenSupport the showSocial Media Links https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMoffitt https://www.instagram.com/parentingadultchildren125/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefpropellerhead ABC's of Parenting Adult Children Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581576308055 r/parentingadultchildren Feel free to subscribe to these channels and share the links with your social media portals.

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• Dopamine and Neuroplasticity: Keys to Mental Health

  Send us a textIn 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 insights into how parents can support their adult children by harnessing neuroplasticity and dopamine management to address mental health challenges. The conversation covers the importance of structured routines, the impact of instant gratification, and practical strategies for fostering resilience and productivity.Keywordsdopamine management, neuroplasticity, mental health, parenting, resilienceTakeawaysDopamine is crucial for motivation and mood regulation.Structured routines can enhance mental well-being.Instant gratification can lead to dopamine decline.Parents can model positive behaviors for their children.Neuroplasticity involves learning through effort and reward.Exercise and challenging tasks boost dopamine levels.Avoiding negative media can improve mental health.Amanda West's book offers strategies for dopamine management.Morning routines can set a positive tone for the day.Optimism and self-care are vital for overall well-being.Sound bites"Dopamine is our motivation." "Structured routines boost well-being." "Instant gratification harms dopamine." "Model positive behavior for kids." "Effort and reward drive learning." "Exercise boosts dopamine naturally." "Avoid negative media for mental health." "Morning routines set the day's tone." "Optimism is a wise choice." "Self-care is essential for balance."Chapters00:00:00 Introduction to Amanda West00:00:00 Understanding Dopamine00:00:00 Impact of Instant Gratification00:00:00 Structured Routines and Mental Health00:00:01 Amanda's Journey with Long COVID00:00:01 Practical Strategies for Parents00:00:01 The Role of Optimism and Self-careSupport the showSocial Media Links https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMoffitt https://www.instagram.com/parentingadultchildren125/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefpropellerhead ABC's of Parenting Adult Children Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581576308055 r/parentingadultchildren Feel free to subscribe to these channels and share the links with your social media portals.

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• The Game of Parenting Adult Children: Zorina Pritchett’s Zochey Vision

  Send us a textIn this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt welcomes guest Zorina Pritchett to discuss her journey from caregiving to game creation. Zorina shares her experiences as a disabled veteran and caregiver, and how these roles inspired her to create non-digital games that promote family bonding and digital balance. The conversation explores the challenges of caregiving, the impact of digital devices on attention spans, and the importance of creating meaningful family memories.Keywordsparenting, adult children, caregiving, non-digital games, digital balance, family bonding, Zorina Pritchett, James Moffitt, resilience, empowermentTakeawaysZorina Pritchett shares her journey from caregiving to game creation.The importance of digital balance in today's tech-driven world.Creating non-digital games to promote family bonding.Zorina's experience as a disabled veteran and caregiver.The impact of digital devices on attention spans and family time.How Zorina's games help with cognitive skills and emotional regulation.The role of patience and creativity in caregiving and game design.Zorina's games are available on Walmart online.The significance of creating meaningful family memories.Encouraging children to develop social skills through interactive play.Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildrenSupport the showSocial Media Links https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMoffitt https://www.instagram.com/parentingadultchildren125/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefpropellerhead ABC's of Parenting Adult Children Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581576308055 r/parentingadultchildren Feel free to subscribe to these channels and share the links with your social media portals.

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• Feeding the Future: Empowering Parents to Foster Healthy Habits

  Send us a textIn this insightful episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes Jessica Setnick, a renowned dietitian and educator, to explore practical strategies for fostering healthy eating habits at home. Discover how parents can positively influence their children's relationship with food by addressing learned behaviors and promoting a balanced diet. Jessica shares her expertise on the importance of variety, the role of self-care in nutrition, and how to create a supportive environment that encourages healthy choices. Tune in to learn how small changes can lead to lasting impacts on family dynamics and well-being.Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildrenSupport the showSocial Media Links https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMoffitt https://www.instagram.com/parentingadultchildren125/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefpropellerhead ABC's of Parenting Adult Children Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581576308055 r/parentingadultchildren Feel free to subscribe to these channels and share the links with your social media portals.

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