You all LOVED our series “Empty Nester Wisdom” from two years ago so we are bringing it back. Mentors have played such a vital role in my parenting journey. For the next two months, we are going to learn from other wise and godly moms that are just a season ahead of us. This series isn’t just for those entering the empty nest season - it’s for all moms and all stages. Get your journals ready for the next 9 weeks - they all offer some advice and encouragement worth keeping. And possibly bring a tissue box.
I absolutely LOVED this chat with my buddy Jennifer Scott about the empty nest years. She shares so many pieces of wisdom as she has triplet kids all in college. I asked her what she’s glad they did as she looks back. Her answer was so encouraging to me. “We invested in a foundation of faith and foundation of relationship.”
We can do that parents! We can invest in our kids’ faith and in our relationship with them.
How do you know when to step in with your college or adult kids? Jennifer shares about how we must discern and lean on God to know when to hold back and when to show up. Don’t miss this episode! It’s for moms of all ages. I LOVE learning from moms ahead of me.
Thank you Jennifer for always being willing to share your heart, your wisdom and how God is working in your life. It’s invaluable insight for the moms behind you.
Enjoy this empty nester wisdom with Jennifer.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Setting realistic expectations when college kids come home
- Resisting the urge to look back and nitpick how you parented
- Trusting God with your kids when the story isn’t finished
- Keeping relationship with your kid when we disagree with choices
Enjoy!
Courtney
Chapters:
(02:55) Navigating Life Changes
(06:12) Lessons in Parenting and Faith
(08:52) Returning to the Workforce
(11:58) The Challenge of Empty Nesting
(15:01) Supporting Kids Through Struggles
(18:01) The Reality of College Life
(20:55) Reflecting on Parenting
(24:11) Trusting God with Our Children
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