ZT#203 College Talk

By Todd Adams on 08/06/2025

Todd & Cathy discuss college drop offs, equipping our kids to stay safe at school, and keeping ouselves sane.

06/13/2025

We discussed an 18 year old son’s unwillingness to support the family system, Byron Katie’s “The Work”, and Soiling the nest- right before they leave home (for college, work, etc.), often become more defiant, withdrawn, irritable, or even uncooperative. It may seem counterintuitive, but psychologically, it helps them emotionally separate from the family in order to take the leap into independence. It’s a way of …

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ZT# 201 College Is Coming: How to Talk with Our Kids, Set Expectations, and Stay Connected Before and After They Go

06/05/2025

Hi Team Zen, The meeting focused on preparing parents and guardians for their children’s college experience, with hosts Todd and Sweetie leading a discussion that covered various aspects of college preparation and transition. The conversation explored strategies for navigating conversations about college with children, including advice on maintaining open communication while allowing students to lead the process. The discussion concluded with practical tips for supporting …

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ZT# 200 The Sandwich Generation: Love, Loss, and Letting Go

05/23/2025

Hi Team Zen, We just wrapped our 200th Zen Talk, and we couldn’t be more grateful for this community. Thank you for showing up, sharing openly, and helping us create a space where connection and growth thrive. In Zen Talk #200, we dug into the complex realities of the “Sandwich Generation”—juggling care for aging parents while raising independent teens. We shared personal stories about medical …

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From Zen Parenting Podcast

What The Hunger Games Teaches Us About Dehumanization with Jacey, Camryn and Skylar Adams Episode #827

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