163. Why Talking to Your Adult Kids Feels So Hard--And How to Fix It!
Apr 10 • 14:52
163. Why Talking to Your Adult Kids Feels So Hard--And How to Fix It!
Episode:

163. Why Talking to Your Adult Kids Feels So Hard--And How to Fix It!

April 10, 2025 • 14:52 • Pamela Henkelman

Its not just you; there are real barriers to communication with your grown child.

Listen in to identify ten common communication barriers and learn a solution for each. When you understand what youre up against, you can build a strategy to reconnect with your grown child.

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Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child(And 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them) here

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Podcast:

Midlife Momma

With Pamela Henkelman
Welcome to The Midlife Momma Podcast, the go-to resource for empty nest moms ready to embrace the next chapter of life with confidence and purpose! Join me, Pamela Henkelman, a certified Empty Nest Coach and proud momma of five, as we navigate this transformative journey together. Each week, we dive into essential topics that matter most to midlife moms, including: Setting and maintaining boundaries Rediscovering your life’s purpose Mastering effective communication with adult children Strengthening your marriage in the empty nest season Leaning on faith to guide your journey Follow The Midlife Momma Podcast now to join a community of like-minded moms and start your journey toward confidence, connection, and fulfillment in this exciting new chapter of motherhood. The Midlife Momma podcast is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. Find more information at www.ChristianParenting.org
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When your adult child walks away from the faith, heartbreak is only part of the story. Shame often follows close behind. In this episode, Pamela shares six biblical perspective shifts to help Christian moms release guilt, trust God with their wandering child, and rest securely in their identity in Christ. If youre carrying shame about a prodigal son or daughter, this episode will help you breathe again.

HELPFUL LINKS: 

Christian Parenting Moms, Dads & Grads Gift Guide here

Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here

Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here

Take the free 2-minute Quiz here

Review + Rate podcast here

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Pamela's website with free resources here

Apr 2 • 32:08
214. How to Love Your Empty Nest Mornings with Author Jennifer Dukes Lee

What if learning to love your morning could change the way you experience the empty nest? Pamela talks with Jennifer Dukes Lee about her book How to Love Your Morning and how empty nest moms can create grace-filled morning rhythms, renew their mindset, and experience Gods mercy at the start of each day.

HELPFUL LINKS:

Get Jennifer's Book, How to Love Your Morning here 

Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here

Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here

Take the free 2-minute Quiz here

Review + Rate podcast here

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Pamela's website with free resources here

Mar 26 • 14:23
213. Seven Ways Your Intimacy with God Deepens as You Grow Older

Does your relationship with God feel different in midlife? In this episode, Pamela shares 7 ways intimacy with God deepens as you grow older, especially in the empty nest season. If youve moved from striving to surrender, from performance to peace, this conversation will affirm the beautiful maturity happening in your faith.

HELPFUL LINKS: 

Christian Parenting's Easter Bundle here

Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here

Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here

Take the free 2-minute Quiz here

Review + Rate podcast here

Follow Pamela on Instagram here

Follow Pamela on Facebook here

Pamela's website with free resources here

Mar 19 • 24:33
212. How to Find Peace When Life Changes with Author Autumn Schoeck

Author Autumn Schoeck joins Pamela to discuss what it means to find peace in Christ during empty-nest transitions. If youve been feeling unsteady in this season, this conversation will help you anchor your identity, peace, and sense of belonging in Him.

HELPFUL LINKS: 

Autumn's book, This Feels Like Home: Inspiration for Finding Peace here

Autumn's website here

Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here

Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here

Take the free 2-minute Quiz here

Review + Rate podcast here

Follow Pamela on Instagram here

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Pamela's website with free resources here

Mar 12 • 15:01
211. A Simple Prayer Framework for Empty Nest Moms Who Are Tired of Worrying

Worry doesnt disappear when our kids grow up; it just changes shape. In this episode, Pamela shares a simple, grace-filled prayer framework from Philippians 4:6 to help empty nest moms move from worry to peace. If youre tired of carrying anxiety, guilt, and unanswered questions, this gentle conversation will remind you that God isnt asking you to try harder. Hes inviting you closer.

HELPFUL LINKS: 

Christian Parenting's Easter Bundle here

Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here

Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here

Take the free 2-minute Quiz here

Review + Rate podcast here

Follow Pamela on Instagram here

Follow Pamela on Facebook here

Pamela's website with free resources here

About the Host

Pamela Henkelman

Pamela Henkelman is a certified Empty Nest Coach, speaker, writer, and host of the Midlife Momma Podcast. With her bright smile and enthusiastic personality, she is passionate about encouraging women, particularly the often-forgotten group of moms with adult children. Pamela helps Christian moms launch their kids to college and enjoy their empty nest.

As a mom of five grown kids and three grandchildren, Pamela has first-hand experience with the challenges and joys of navigating the empty nest phase of life. She and her husband of 38 years are living their best empty nest life and loving every minute of it.

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