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Parenting Young Adults

Video 1: Understanding the Transition to Adulthood

The shift from parenting a teen to guiding a young adult
Balancing independence with support
Common struggles young adults face (career, finances, relationships)
Redefining parent-child communication

Video 2: Navigating Boundaries and Support

Respecting autonomy while still offering guidance
Setting healthy boundaries (financial, emotional, household expectations)
Conflict resolution and dealing with resistance
When to step in and when to step back

Video 3: Fostering Long-Term Connection and Growth

Maintaining a strong relationship without being overbearing
Encouraging emotional resilience and problem-solving
Supporting career/life choices without judgment
Staying connected despite distance

Video 4: How Childhood Experiences Resurface in Young Adulthood

How past parenting styles shape young adults' choices
Recognizing patterns of childhood trauma, attachment styles, and self-esteem
Helping young adults heal from past experiences
Breaking generational cycles and fostering emotional well-being

Video 5: The Meaning of Cutting the Umbilical Cord

What "cutting the cord" really means in parenting young adults
The emotional difficulty of letting go (for both parents and young adults)
How to transition from being a primary decision-maker to a supportive guide
Helping young adults build independence without feeling abandoned

Bonus Video: The Indigenous Metaphysics of Growing Up

Traditional African perspectives on growth and transition into adulthood
Rites of passage and their meaning in modern parenting
The spiritual and ancestral significance of parenting young adults
How indigenous wisdom can guide parents in letting go while staying connected

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