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LAUNCH: Parenting Tips for Raising Adult Children & Building Better Relationships

LAUNCH: Parenting Tips for Raising Adult Children & Building Better Relationships

By: Shari Jonas - Parenting Consultant Educator and Author
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If you’re a parent of a young adult, are these questions keeping you up at night;


How can I become the best parent to my kids? How can I improve my communication with them? How can we connect better? How can I help them to become more confident, resilient and independent? What can I do to motivate them? Why don't they respect me? Why don't they want to hang out with me?


If you're searching for these answers, this podcast is for you. I'm Shari Jonas and this is LAUNCH. Where I offer honest, no BS parenting tips that will help you to raise your adult child with confidence (regardless of whether they're living with you or on their own) and become the best parent you can be.


I address the most relevant, challenging and deeply personal issues that parents are facing with their young adults. Each episode offers real-life stories, research-based strategies, and no BS advice that will help you to become the parent that your adult child ALWAYS turns to, someone they love to spend time and, someone who will guide them to becoming confident, resilient, independent and capable of thriving in the world.


Join me each week as I tell it like it is. No sugar coating. Real talk. Let's face it, parenting can be hard work, especially because we're figuring it out every day. We're learning as we go, and we can always be better. I hope to inspire you, give you the confidence you need to connect with them, and to educate you when you need a little guidance. Sometimes I have amazing guests, other times, it's just me; a Mom of 2 grown kids, who practically raised my children alone. As an educator, author and parenting consultant, I know what it takes to build incredible relationships, while guiding them through life's challenges, and I want to share it all with you.


If you're ready to help your young adult overcome obstacles, while becoming the best parent you can be, listen in to LAUNCH: Parenting Tips for Raising Adult Children & Becoming Better Parents


Remember to Subscribe, so you never miss an episode.


You can find me on social media if you want to see snippets of what I believe in and practice. Just look for @sharijonaslifefx on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube.


Of course you can email me for questions, consultations or just to say hi!

Shari@ParentingFX.com

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Episodes
  • #44: Parents as Leaders: How to Raise Strong, Confident and Independent Adults

    #44: Parents as Leaders: How to Raise Strong, Confident and Independent Adults
    Sep 27 2025

    In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Janet Krebs, speaker, HR consultant, educational strategist, and 4X best-selling author who empowers parents and influencers to lead with confidence, self-reliance, and heart, blending practical leadership tools with real-world parenting strategies.

    We talk about why parenting is leadership and how parents can raise strong, confident, and independent adults. Janet shares her insights on the essential life skills kids need to thrive, the 3 C’s every parent should know, how to instill responsibility, and why it’s so important for parents to remain leaders regardless of their child’s age.

    If you’re a parent wondering how to help your young adult grow in confidence, self-reliance, and independence, this conversation will give you the tools and mindset to make lasting changes in your parenting approach.

    What you’ll learn in this episode:

    • Why parents must lead at every stage of their child’s life
    • The 3 C’s that help kids thrive
    • How to instill responsibility without overstepping
    • Parenting as leadership and what it looks like in daily life
    • How to raise confident, independent young adults who are ready to thrive

    This episode is for parents of teens, young adults, and adult children who want to build stronger family relationships and prepare their kids for independence.

    How to contact Janet:

    www.JanetKrebs.com

    Email: ask@janetkrebs.com

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    💻 The Waitlist for my Parenting Course is open. “Journey to Independence: A Step-by-Step Roadmap to Guiding and Launching Your Adult Child.”

    For more information and where to sign up, visit: https://parentingfx.com/pages/the-parenting-course

    🪺Early Bird Discounts will be Offered to Anyone on the Waitlist

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    Do you want to know if your adult child is struggling with Failure to Launch? Grab the free Failure to Launch Checklist here: https://parentingfx.com/pages/ftl-checklist

    Click here to receive Shari's Free LAUNCH Advice Newsletter

    🗣️One-on-One Consultations are available. Email me to schedule a call.

    Shari@ParentingFX.com

    🎙️Remember to hit the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode.

    Shari can be found on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Search for: @sharijonaslifefx
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • #43: How Healing Childhood Trauma from a Narcissistic Parent Can Deepen Your Connection With Your Child

    #43: How Healing Childhood Trauma from a Narcissistic Parent Can Deepen Your Connection With Your Child
    Sep 20 2025

    If you grew up with a narcissistic parent or experienced childhood trauma, you may still feel the effects today most notably in how you parent your own children.

    In this episode of LAUNCH, I sit down with Certified Inner Child Reparenting Coach Maria Riegger to talk about how healing past trauma can not only transform the way you raise your kids but build an "unshakeable" foundation. We cover what it really means to heal childhood trauma, how unresolved wounds from a narcissistic mom or dad can impact your parenting, and why reparenting yourself (also explained) is the key to becoming a more connected and compassionate parent.

    Maria shares practical advice on understanding and setting healthy boundaries, breaking free from one's past, and creating a deeper bond with your children built on trust and respect, for who they are. It is invaluable for parents to have that connection with their child, and if you’re struggling with it, the reason may be that there’s healing you still need to do.

    If you’ve ever wondered how your own childhood experiences affect your parenting or how healing from trauma can help you connect with your child in a healthier way this incredible episode is for you.

    Please share it with someone who needs to hear it, and I know that many parents do. They will thank you. Remember to hit the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode!

    How to Connect with Maria Riegger:

    Email: maria@lawschoolheretic.com Blog: www.lawschoolheretic.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-riegger-esq/

    Instagram: http://instagram.com/rieggemr

    Amazon Author page: https://amzn.to/2RS3YMU Audiobooks: https://lawschoolheretic.com/audiobooks/

    Maria's Article (that I quoted from): https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/why-your-childhood-trauma-makes-you-a-better-parent


    💻 The Waitlist for my Parenting Course is open. “Journey to Independence: A Step-by-Step Roadmap to Guiding and Launching Your Adult Child.”

    For more information and where to sign up, visit: https://parentingfx.com/pages/the-parenting-course

    🪺Early Bird Discounts will be Offered to Anyone on the Waitlist

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Do you want to know if your adult child is struggling with Failure to Launch? Grab the free Failure to Launch Checklist here: https://parentingfx.com/pages/ftl-checklist

    Click here to receive Shari's Free LAUNCH Advice Newsletter

    🗣️One-on-One Consultations are available. Email me to schedule a call.

    Shari@ParentingFX.com

    🎙️Remember to hit the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode.

    Shari can be found on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Search for: @sharijonaslifefx
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • #42: Will I Have Enough Money to Retire If My Adult Kids Are Still Living at Home? Financial Advice for Parents

    #42: Will I Have Enough Money to Retire If My Adult Kids Are Still Living at Home? Financial Advice for Parents
    Sep 17 2025

    Are you a mature parent wondering if you’re financially prepared for retirement? Maybe you still have a few working years ahead, but you know planning for your retirement should be a priority. Or perhaps retirement is already on your mind, but you’re worried it could be delayed because your adult kids are still living at home.

    My guest today is Eric Mangold, founder of Argosy Wealth Management. I'll warn you, this might not be the sexiest interview - I mean, who loves talking about money? But, it is an important one and Eric does a great job answering questions like, Will I have enough money? When can I retire? And, should I tell my kids about what - if any - will be left for them when I'm not around anymore.

    These are some of the biggest financial concerns mature parents face.

    Eric shares his expert advice on how to feel more confident about your retirement, what steps you can take right now to strengthen your finances, and how to protect yourself from running out of money. We also talk about what parents can teach their young adults about money and how they can build strong money habits for the future.

    If you’re worried about how you’ll retire, unsure how to save, how much you’ll need, or what steps to take next; this conversation will give you clarity and practical direction.

    Reach out to Eric (and tell him you found him here - He'll LOVE that!)

    Eric Mangold, CWS

    Founder, Wealth Manager

    emangold@argosywealthmanagement.com

    https://www.emangold.com/

    782 West Broad Street

    Westfield, NJ 07090

    Cell: (201) 232-0676

    Phone: (973) 285-3520

    💻 The Waitlist for my Parenting Course is open. “Journey to Independence: A Step-by-Step Roadmap to Guiding and Launching Your Adult Child.”

    For more information and where to sign up, visit: https://parentingfx.com/pages/the-parenting-course

    🪺Early Bird Discounts will be Offered to Anyone on the Waitlist

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Do you want to know if your adult child is struggling with Failure to Launch? Grab the free Failure to Launch Checklist here: https://parentingfx.com/pages/ftl-checklist

    Click here to receive Shari's Free LAUNCH Advice Newsletter

    🗣️One-on-One Consultations are available. Email me to schedule a call.

    Shari@ParentingFX.com

    🎙️Remember to hit the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode.

    Shari can be found on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Search for: @sharijonaslifefx
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    39 mins
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