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ABCs of Parenting Adult Children

James C Moffitt Jr.

ABC’s of Parenting Adult Children is a thoughtful, compassionate podcast hosted by James Moffitt for parents navigating the challenges of relationships with adult sons and daughters. Through honest conversations and real-life stories, the show explores communication, boundaries, identity, LGBTQ+ acceptance, grief, faith, reconciliation, and emotional healing. Whether your relationship is strong, strained, or broken, this podcast offers insight, hope, and practical wisdom for parenting adult children

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All Episodes

31:20

Navigating Parenting Challenges with Andrea Pollack

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2025/12/19

Send us a text Keywords parenting, autism, neurodivergent, homeschooling, adaptive strategies, mindset shifts, self-regulation, empowerment, collaboration, Andrea Pollack Takeaways Andrea transitioned from law to homeschooling her autistic son, gaining insights into adaptive parenting.Understanding and collaboration are more effective than punishment in parenting.Parents should focus on self-regulation to better support their children.Mindset shifts are crucial for managing parenting stress...

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21:31

Skiing to Success: Ryan Delena's Story

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2025/12/12

Send us a text Show Notes In this episode of the ABC's of Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes Robert C. Delena to discuss the transformative journey of his son, Ryan. The conversation delves into the challenges Ryan faced in therapeutic schools, the impact of skiing on his development, and the importance of finding passion in unconventional paths. Robert shares insights on parenting, challenging traditional methods, and the power of nature in emotional growth. Keywor...

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30:07

Emptying Out: A Guide to Emotional Release by Dr...

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2025/12/05

Send us a text In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes back Dr. David Marcus, a clinical psychologist specializing in families under stress. Dr. Marcus discusses the concept of a 'soothing presence' and the process of 'emptying out' emotions, emphasizing the importance of understanding emotional communication with children. He explains the three levels of emotional intensity: the logical here-and-now, the history level, and the tapped-into level,...

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38:56

The Emotional Side of Money: A Conversation with John...

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2025/11/28

Send us a text In this episode of ABC's Apparenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt talks with John Hankins, a certified financial therapist and licensed social worker. They discuss the importance of financial literacy for young adults, the emotional connections to money, and the challenges parents face when supporting adult children financially. John shares insights on budgeting, saving, and managing credit, while James reflects on his own financial journey and the lessons learned...

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19:54

Empowering Special Needs: Strategies for Success

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2025/11/21

Send us a text Keywords parenting, adult children, special needs, educational strategies, advocacy, learning disabilities, multi-sensory learning, success stories, self-care, diagnosis Summary In this episode of the ABCs of Parenting Adult Children, host James Moffitt speaks with Dr. Emily Levy about the unique challenges and strategies involved in parenting adult children with special needs. They discuss the evolution of educational strategies, the importance of advocacy, and the role of ...

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62:33

Navigating Disability Advocacy with John Fela and...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text In this episode of ADC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt is joined by John Fela and Katy Moffitt to discuss the challenges and experiences of parenting children with disabilities. John shares his journey as a parent of a nonverbal autistic son, highlighting the fears and realities of finding suitable care and community for his child. Katy, with her extensive experience in special education, adds insights into the educational needs and social dynamics of chi...

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53:36

Lessons from 'Girl in the Spotlight' with Angie Mizzell

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2025/11/07

Send us a text In this episode of the Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes guest Angie Mizzell, an author and former television journalist. They discuss Angie's journey from a successful career in TV journalism to becoming a storyteller and podcaster, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and personal growth. The conversation touches on parenting challenges, the need for self-care, and the evolving dynamics of parent-child relationships. Angie shares insights fro...

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55:19

Active Listening and Validation in Parenting

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2025/10/31

Send us a text In 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 conversa...

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57:33

Understand the 'emptying out' process for effective...

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2025/10/24

Send us a text In 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 in...

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49:29

Dopamine and Neuroplasticity: Keys to Mental Health

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2025/10/17

Send us a text In 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 gr...

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27:55

The Game of Parenting Adult Children: Zorina...

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2025/10/10

Send us a text In 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 meaningfu...

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39:15

Feeding the Future: Empowering Parents to Foster...

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2025/10/03

Send us a text In 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 ...

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5:38

Happy Independent Podcasters Day - Honoring the...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text Today we celebrate the storytellers who speak from the margins, the creators who build community from scratch, and the podcasters who dare to lead with vulnerability. On this special episode of Father’s Refuge, we honor Independent Podcasters Day by reflecting on the power of personal narrative, faith-driven storytelling, and the courage it takes to hit “record” when the world feels silent. James shares how independent podcasting became a lifeline through grief, a platform for ...

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40:09

Debra McNinch on Love, Faith, and Family Unity

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2025/09/26

Send us a text In this episode of the ABC's of Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt welcomes guest Debra McNinch to discuss the challenges and triumphs of parenting adult children, particularly when faced with unexpected family dynamics. Debra shares her personal journey of navigating faith and family unity amidst transformative changes, including her child's announcement of being transgender. The conversation delves into the complexities of balancing faith, love, and acceptan...

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29:29

From Helicopter to Launchpad: Redefining Your Role as...

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2025/09/19

Send us a text So as you said, my name's Rob Finley. I am a father of four young adults, but my other day job is I'm also an entrepreneur. run commercial real estate technology and other businesses. Yeah, the book is actually Hey Dad. Okay. And it's everything you should have learned but didn't as you start your adulting life. It was actually started and the idea came because imagine this middle of the night, you get a call. And for me as an adult and having a parent of four kids, getting a ...

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48:06

Guiding Without Controlling: Parenting Adult Children...

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2025/09/12

Send us a text In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt speaks with Geneica McCoy, a parent advocate for families with children who have developmental disabilities. Janice shares her journey as a parent and advocate, discussing the importance of empowering parents to navigate the IEP process, build confidence, and engage with their communities. The conversation highlights societal attitudes towards developmental disabilities, the role of churches in suppor...

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48:16

Jane Reynolds -Food and nutrition makes such a...

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2025/09/05

Send us a text there's a lot of people working in the world of nutrition doing different things. I spoke to a therapist just earlier this week and she said, okay, I understand you're a nutritionist. So where do you focus? Do you focus on like weight loss, know, hormone balance? He's like, no, like I focus on mental health. And she's like, this is all I've studied for the last few years. It just is fascinating to me and it makes sense now that I know what I know that our food and nutrition mak...

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48:36

The Power of Storytelling in Admissions: How to Stand...

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2025/08/29

Send us a text For this episode, consider exploring how storytelling can empower parents in guiding their adult children through transitions, while overcoming educational and societal challenges similar to how Hamada leveraged storytelling for admissions success Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildren Listen here for our sponsors list. Many thanks to them for he...

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56:58

Navigating the Complexities of Sexual Assault

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2025/08/28

Send us a text In this episode of ABC's Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt speaks with Tracy DeTomasi, a licensed clinical social worker and advocate for survivor-centered justice. They discuss the pervasive issue of sexual assault, particularly in college settings, and the importance of trauma-informed care in parenting. Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentin...

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46:39

Deana Thayer with Focus on The Family talking about...

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2025/08/22

Send us a text In this episode of "The ABC's of Parenting Adult Children," host James Moffitt is joined by Deana Thayer, M.Ed., from Focus on the Family. Together, they explore the emotional journey and challenges parents face as they transition to an empty nest. Deana shares her personal experiences and offers valuable insights into maintaining a healthy parent-adult child relationship. Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch, here: ht...

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