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December 12, 2025 21 mins

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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.

Keywords

parenting, adult children, unconventional paths, skiing, emotional growth, therapeutic schools, passion, nature, Robert C. Delena, Ryan Delena

Takeaways

  • Robert Delena shares his son's journey through therapeutic schools.
  • Skiing played a pivotal role in Ryan's emotional development.
  • The importance of finding passion in unconventional paths.
  • Challenging traditional parenting methods can lead to growth.
  • The power of nature in emotional healing.
  • Ryan's transformation from a troubled child to a thriving outdoorsman.
  • The role of adventure in personal development.
  • Insights into embracing creativity and resilience in parenting.
  • The impact of skiing on Ryan's life and family.
  • Encouragement for parents to explore unique paths for their children.

Sound bites

Transformative power of skiing Challenging traditional parenting Nature's role in healing Ryan's journey to success Passion in unconventional paths Embracing creativity in parenting Skiing changed our lives Adventure and emotional growth Parenting with resilience Exploring unique paths

Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

  • 00:00:00 Robert Delena's Background
  • 00:00:00 The Boston Marathon Incident
  • 00:00:00 Ryan's Challenges and Therapeutic Schools
  • 00:00:01 The Impact of Skiing
  • 00:00:01 Ryan's Transformation and Current Life
  • 00:00:01 Parenting Insights and Advice

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