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November 6, 2024


Title: Parenting Adult Children
Topic: Parenting Help
Discussed by Brenda Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Parenting adult children definitely has its challenges. Today, Brenda Huerta offers advice for improving relationships with adult children. Brenda is a licensed bilingual counselor with Focus on the Family.

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Questions/Issues Discussed:

“Just take a breath.” Is this good advice for parents with adult children?

My son/daughter has walked away from the faith. What can I do? Brenda reminds us that we are not the savior; God is!

My adult child won’t talk to me. How can I re-establish communication?

Does prayer help? Brenda says: “Absolutely! It’s the number one tool!”

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August 15, 2024


Title: Parenting Adult Children is HARD
Topic: Family Issues
Discussed by Brenda Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Children moving out can bring up many emotions for parents. With August being back-to-school month, this is a reality that many parents are facing.

Today, Brenda Huerta offers some encouragement to parents who may be feeling all the emotions right now. Brenda is a bilingual counselor with Focus on the Family.

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Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is Empty Nest Syndrome real? Terry shares a personal story…

Can parents feel ENS at various times throughout their children’s lives? Brenda warns: “Many times our identity is linked to our motherhood and that’s where we need to be careful.”

What are some of the triggers that can cause parents to experience loneliness? Brenda offers some advice to combat those feelings.

Should parents communicate their feelings with their child leaving the house? Is it important to set some boundaries – both for the child and the parent?

Can a hobby or volunteering help parents feel less lonely?

What are some other situations that cause pain and loneliness, mimicking Empty Nest Syndrome feelings?

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April 12, 2022


Title: Parenting Adult Children is HARD
Topic: Family Issues
Discussed by Brenda Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

New guest Brenda Huerta is a bilingual counselor serving callers who contact Focus on the Family’s counseling department.  In her role, she regularly speaks with people struggling with issues related to parenting young adult and adult children, parenting children with ADHD, RAD, ODD, or OCD, extended family relationships, hospitality, women’s issues, marriage conflict, adoption, and more.

Concerning parenting adult children, she says: “When they leave my presence, how do they feel? It’s the same mentality Jesus demonstrated in his life on earth.”

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Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is a good way to foster a relationship of trust and respect with adult children and grandchildren? Brenda says listening is key – but listen to understand, not control. “Listening builds trust,” she says.

Is asking questions to understand their position or decision important?

Is prayer sometimes the only thing a parent or grandparent can do? Brenda shares her favorite Scripture: Isaiah 49:25 “I will fight those who fight you and I will save your children.”

Is it important to seek help, such as a Sunday School class, Life Group, or support group?

Click here for help from Focus on the Family or call 1.800.A.FAMILY.


 



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January 17, 2022


Title: Parenting Adult Children is HARD
Topic: Family Issues
Discussed by Brenda Huerta
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

New guest Brenda Huerta is a bilingual counselor serving callers who contact Focus on the Family’s counseling department.  In her role, she regularly speaks with people struggling with issues related to parenting young adult and adult children, parenting children with ADHD, RAD, ODD, or OCD, extended family relationships, hospitality, women’s issues, marriage conflict, adoption, and more.

Concerning parenting adult children, she says: “When they leave my presence, how do they feel? It’s the same mentality Jesus demonstrated in his life on earth.”

Click here for more articles and tips on parenting from Focus on the Family.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is a good way to foster a relationship of trust and respect with adult children and grandchildren? Brenda says listening is key – but listen to understand, not control. “Listening builds trust,” she says.

Is asking questions to understand their position or decision important?

Is prayer sometimes the only thing a parent or grandparent can do? Brenda shares her favorite Scripture: Isaiah 49:25 “I will fight those who fight you and I will save your children.”

Is it important to seek help, such as a Sunday School class, Life Group, or support group?

Click here for help from Focus on the Family or call 1.800.A.FAMILY.


 



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