It is very easy for us to lose sight on what really matters. One of the challenges for us is the familiarity we have with each other. It is easy to take things for granted - habits, traditions, beliefs, etc. - because we have history. You often see that when a child marries or dates someone who sees things through a totally different lens. It is only then that we realize that "our normal" may not be everyone else's normal. The focus we need to prioritize is the relationship and not the issues that so often divide us. In a world of differences, it is easy for people to perceive them as a threat instead of an opportunity. We may not understand how our children shifted or switched in their thinking or beliefs and I know that is challenging on many levels. However, the question is this: Can you love your children whether you understand them or not? I can tell you that your kids know the depth of your love and acceptance so it is important for you to be honest with yourself first before you try to convince them that above all they matter most. We don't have to agree with their thinking to love them. What we do need to recognize is the importance of being laser focused that we love them purely because they are worthy of it. When they were little they would walk in the room and we would smile simply because they existed. Is that how you love your adult children today? Think about it.

Here is the recording of our time together. It will be up for 14 days. Enjoy!

Hello, I am excited to announce we are going to start with our first group session together this Tuesday at 11:30. Below is a zoom link for you to use. I have a few guidelines for our time together. 1. Everyone must be on camera. We will be sharing about our families and we need to see each other's face. We might start off as strangers but we will fast become friends in this process. We are in this together, parent to parent, growing and learning alongside each other. 2. I am going to ask each parent refrain from giving advice to other parents. I want your focus to be on your journey so you can get the most out of our time together. 3. There is no judgment of your past parenting choices. With that being said, I will share my perspective if someone asks a question that may not always line up with yours. We don't have to agree to work together. 4. I will not be functioning in a therapeutic role but one as a facilitator and coach. 5. Please bring questions that relate to the material you have completed and the issues you are currently working on. I will not be able to give a lot of one-on-one time in these group events but will address issues in a way that answers your questions. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of your parenting journey. Together we will grow stronger and more confident. Remember, you are not responsible for your children's successes or failures. You are responsible for how you show up in the relationship with your child. I will post a zoom link for our time together on Monday. Always, Catherine

If we missed the first parent session on January 28th, was it recorded for viewing later? If so, where do we look for it?

I signed up for this class last Tuesday evening. 1/27. Did I miss the first call on Tuesday Jan 27? Is there a recording to listen to for that "first" group cohort? Today 2/3, was amazing... Im sorry I misunderstood the time... Thought it was 12p, instead of 11:30. I will be on time next week. I'm so thankful for the content I have already received and really looking forward to learning much more about how to PARENT well in this stage of life....skills that I had not grasped in the past. Thank you Catherine for your real-life illustrations and for each person's questions. I am learning from each of you.