Morgan - I tried to open Return but only got blank screen. Also I tried to save my first journal entry, but it only brought up printer choices. Also, this says it is an 8 week course. Is it finite? I progress so slowly. And my technical ineptitude makes it difficult for me. 😐. I am able to watch classroom videos and join T/Th sessions. I still can only participate on my ipad. Thanks!

Thanks for joining my office hours everyone! You all came with such great questions that we were able to resolve together :) See you next week!

This makes so much sense and resonates deeply for me as my children have been stepping back towards me … and I can only speak for myself as an EP. I’m not in any way, shape, or form saying it’s easy for my ACs either. I’m discovering that I don’t feel safe, and I don’t trust that I won’t say or do something that triggers another period of estrangement. I walked on eggshells for decades. This has been an on again, off again process for many years. Due to our specific family dynamic, I believe there needs to be very hard conversations that no one has the capacity to broach. I think I’m getting the answer I’ve been seeking … I just need peace. And that’s what I desire for my ACs as well. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Fy8jDQLLJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

I know holidays surface mixed feelings among parents. For some, it is the memories that propel us to keep pushing forward with the hope of repeating the joy of the past. For others, it is the fear of dealing with the unexpected or walking on eggshells with children with whom we struggle to understand. Regardless of what is going on with our children, we have to be sure we keep a healthy perspective. Here are two things to consider: 1. Stay present in the day you are in. Do not write out the next few years based upon the events of the day or weekend. Too often we react to the pain of the moment and then spiral down a path that is based up pure conjecture. This behavior is not helpful nor does it give your growth a chance to unfold in the days, weeks, months, and years ahead. 2. Give yourself permission to grieve if you are sad, overwhelmed, or angry. Remember that anger is a mask for fear and fear is at the core of every loss. Don't deny or minimize your emotions but allow them to be released so you don't get stuck and become bitter or resentful. Healing that is delayed hurts the future relationship you desire to have with your children. As you work through the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method, you will build confidence, gain insight, and find hope because you are gaining relationship wisdom for you and your family. This weekend is a holiday but it is not the end of your story. Give yourself the time and space become an even healthier version of yourself so you can be connected to them with few, if any, regrets.

Hello Parent, I am so excited you are here! We are going on a journey together that will help you create the relationship with your adult child you have always wanted. Parenting in this season is not for the faint of heart and I know from personal and professional experience what it takes to be a successful parent to adult kids. You are already ahead of the curve. You are here, hungry to learn, and wanting to grow! Your children are fortunate to have a parent like you who is teachable and willing to invest in your relationship with them. There is no ceiling on a parent who is committed to being the best version of themselves and you will learn on this journey how to be who your child needs you to be: Accepting, emotionally safe, and worthy of trust. Parenting is about you and how you show up in the relationship, not how your children turn out. This is your journey so take whatever time you need to walk through this framework. I have helped parents for over 40 years and I have implemented what you will see and hear with my own adult children, who are in their 40's. I will take you through this process step by step so you know exactly how to incorporate these skills and insights into your life. I want you to be kind to yourself as you start this process. There are millions of parents who have the same questions so take comfort in knowing you are not alone. The good news is that now you are a part of a community who will learn together how to parent adults with confidence and grace. Thanks again for being a part of the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method community. Let's get started! Warmly, Catherine