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The Parent Pivot Podcast

Steve and Julia Cummings

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

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42:04

"I'm Married (or Dating) and My Parent's Don't...

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2024/10/08

When pivoting parents don't pivot to partner well and don't accept your choice of who you married (or are dating) - it can cause issues on so many fronts! If this is where you find yourself today on either side of the issue, this podcast is for you. On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia carefully walk both adult kids and pivoting parents down multiple scenarios toward acceptance and healing in their relationship. It's a 5-star podcast you won't want to miss!

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35:38

Healthy Texting Tips for Pivoting Partners

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2024/10/01

Relationships are hard enough in-person but when we use our phones to text our adult kids, fracturing a relationship is always one text away. As we pivot from being a parent after 20-30 years, we also need to pivot to healthier texting as partners. On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia give us some healthy tips and boundaries on texting communication that will help improve how we respond to our adult kids - especially in an emotionally charged situation. Subscribe to our

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27:41

The Most Neglected Aspect of Becoming a Good Partner...

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2024/09/24

The pivot from parent to partner is a life-learning process that includes many facets. One facet we don't often think is related to pivoting to being a partner to our adults kids, is our long-term health choices. On this edition of the Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia bring to our attention the truth behind the foods we eat and how they are creating life-long disease that can end up crippling and limiting our time with our kids and grandkids. Resources mentioned: "Good Energy - The Surprising

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35:23

This One's for You 20 & 30-Somethings!: Steve & Julia...

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2024/09/17

Mom and Dad may be a "tad" slow making the pivot from being a parent to a partner and you're not quite sure how to communicate with them any more. Life with them seems so frustrating, and may feel like your relationship will never be the same. Can you relate? Guess what? There's hope. Steve and Julia usually talk to parents of adult children, but on this edition of the Parent Pivot Podcast, they are here to help you, the next generation. Be listening as they share 4 critical tools you can

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48:00

Comedy, Empty Nesting and Ecclesiastes: Interview...

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2024/09/10

Being an empty nester doesn't have to be a sad season of life. It CAN be a hoot! Just ask comedian Jeff Allen. On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia Cummings interview Jeff as get his life experiences of being an empty nester. You'll also get a chance to see the personal side of Jeff as he shares about his new book, "Are We There Yet?" (Available on Amazon). It's an inspirational account and at times laugh-out-loud story of how God rescued him from alcoholism and despair

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27:29

Our Nest is Empty. Now What?

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2024/09/03

You have pivoted - or ARE pivoting from Parent to Partner - and you find yourself with adult children who have left the nest, gotten married and now are on their own. Now what? On this edition of "The Parent Pivot Podcast" Steve and Julia share 4 ways you can begin this new season of life built around this verse from Isaiah 43:19, that says: "Be alert, be present, I'm about to do something BRAND-NEW. It's bursting out! Don't you see it?"

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57:23

How to Thrive After Your Kids Leave Home: Interview...

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2024/08/27

The season of becoming a new empty nester is finally here. As author and speaker, Jill Savage says, "It can be either a time of 'boo-hoo' or "WOO-HOO!" You might find yourself caught between grief and delight and full of questions, hopes and regrets. How can we make sense of it all? On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia interview Jill and get her wisdom, encouragement and ideas for thriving in this next season of life. Don't miss it! Resources mentioned on this

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20:52

"I Blew It." - An Inside Peek at How Steve Handled a...

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2024/08/20

No matter how well we pivot and become a great partner to our adult children, keeping a heart of humility is key.On this episode of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve shares about a recent family matter that occurred with his four adult married kids that shows us how to choose relationship over being right - no matter the extra airfare cost. Don't miss this one!

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24:53

A Common Generational Blindspot & the Road to Healing

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2024/08/13

It happens to many families and it goes unnoticed for decades and without attention - it gets passed on to our adult children with out even knowing it. What is this blindspot? On this edition of The Parent Pivot Podcast, Steve and Julia expose a common relationship issue that occurs with parents and in-laws of pivoting partners. They shine the light on the pathway to healthy relationship with OUR own parents while nipping it in the bud with our adult children and stopping this generational

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54:18

"I Can't Do This Anymore!" - Interview with Suzanne...

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2024/08/06

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."

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30:32

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast - "What Do You Do...

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2024/07/30

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

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30:36

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast - Being Generous to...

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2024/07/23

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

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21:19

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: When It Seems...

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2024/07/16

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

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45:46

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: ”I’m Going to the...

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2024/07/09

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 &

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33:18

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: Having Hard...

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2024/07/02

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

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51:31

Best of the Parent Pivot Podcast: "Doing Life with...

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2024/06/25

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.

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04:30

Summer is Here!

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2024/06/18

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

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15:52

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

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2024/06/11

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

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18:50

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

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2024/06/04

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).

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24:55

Anxiety, Idols and Becoming a Prodigal Partner

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2024/05/28

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

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