Best Shari Jonas Parenting Consultant, Educator And Author Podcasts (2025)

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#22: The Shocking Truth About Adult Children and Addiction: What’s Causing It and How You Can Prevent It 19:08

11h ago19:08

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What if the reason your adult child is always in their room… is because they’re hiding something? You have your suspicions—but they’re so disconnected and so secretive, that you’re no longer sure what’s real. You’ve got a hunch (love that parenting instinct) but they’ve gotten so good at making you feel bad for even questioning them, you’re riddled…

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#21: The Parenting Shift from Coach to Advisor: How to Communicate with Your Adult Child to Build a Lifelong Friendship 56:07

9d ago56:07

56:07

Want a better relationship with your adult child? Start by changing the way you communicate. In this episode of LAUNCH, I talk with Toby Slough and his daughter Bailey Garner about the crucial transition every parent needs to make; going from Coach to Advisor. Chock full of eye-opening insights, practical tips, and real talk, I'm sure you'll find t…

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#20: The Art of Raising Kids Who Want to Hang Out With You | Parenting Advice That Builds the Deepest Parent-Child Connection 19:41

26d ago19:41

19:41

Are you ready to build a friendship with your children that will last a lifetime? Do you want to be the person your kids turn to in confidence, for advice, support and friendship? In this episode, we delve into the art of building strong parent-child relationships. Discover positive parenting strategies and effective communication techniques to con…

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#19: Parenting Through Alcohol Addiction: One Mother’s Journey of Personal Growth Through Her Son’s Struggle to Sobriety 57:28

1M ago57:28

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What do you do when your young adult calls and confesses that alcohol is destroying their life - and they're 1,000 miles away? In this deeply heartfelt and insightful episode, we explore one mother’s real-life experience parenting her young adult son through alcohol addiction—and the personal growth, mindset shifts, and lessons she learned that can…

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#18: Why is My Adult Kid Still Acting Like a Child? The 2 Hidden Causes You’ve Probably Never Heard Of 10:24

1M ago10:24

10:24

You did the parenting. They’re “grown up” now. Yet it still feels like you’re raising a child. Why does this stage of having an adult feel so hard? Will it ever get easier? What can I do? In this episode of LAUNCH, I’m exposing 2 surprising reasons your grown-up kid might be acting like they’re still 15—and spoiler alert: it’s not laziness or lack …

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#17: How Your Trauma Affects Your Children and What You Can Do to Break the Cycle 15:27

2M ago15:27

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Have you ever stopped to ask yourself how your own childhood is showing up in your parenting ? In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about something many parents never pause to consider: the lingering effects of your own unhealed childhood trauma—and how it can quietly impact your relationship with your child, no matter how old they …

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#16: Parental Estrangement: When Your Adult Child Goes No Contact - An Estranged Parent Shares Her Personal Story 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

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For anyone who prefers watching interviews, you'll find it on Shari's youtube channel: Click here: https://youtu.be/TG35c5LsKtA?si=wYiBzElWmTdAicXw Few things are more painful than Parental Estrangement—when your adult child intentionally limits or cuts off contact, leaving you heartbroken, confused, and searching for answers. The silence is deafen…

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#15: My Adult Child is So Angry With Me: What Can I Do? 19:01

2M ago19:01

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"Why is my adult child so angry? Why does it seem as if they hate me? And, why do they blame me for everything?" If you’re asking these questions it's because you care, but more importantly you know that something has to be done. Even though it can be so painful when your adult child resents you, blames you, even shuts you out, you have to know tha…

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#14: If Living With Your Adult Child is Driving You Crazy: Here's What You Need to Do. 17:28

2M ago17:28

17:28

Tired of Doing Everything for Your Adult Child - Except Walking Around on Eggshells? Are you feeling frustrated because your adult child thinks your their maid, they take advantage of your generosity, they contribute nothing and ignore every request you make? But are you worried that setting boundaries will lead to conflict? Or maybe you've tried, …

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#13: Demystifying ADHD in Teens & Young Adults: A Psychologist Reveals the Symptoms Most Parents Overlook 54:57

3M ago54:57

54:57

For Parents who are wondering why their Teens and Young Adults are struggling with time management, organization, motivation, emotional regulation, planning, procrastinating, managing their responsibilities, and so much more - this interview with a licenced Psychologist reveals what you never knew about ADHD. If you're like me, I used to think ADHD…

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#12: Enabling vs. Empowering Parenting: 6 Steps to Help Your Young Adult Develop Confidence and Independence 13:52

3M ago13:52

13:52

Have you ever wondered why your adult child is so unsure of themselves, lacks confidence, and is so dependent on you – even though they are capable? Perhaps you are unknowingly enabling them. Sometimes as parents, we do things for our young adults simply as an act of love. But if you're doing too much, even with the best of intentions, you are keep…

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#11: TALK to Your Kids About Money - Unless You Want to Support Them Forever 23:21

4M ago23:21

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Parents, you don’t have to be a financial whiz to talk to your kids about money! In this episode of LAUNCH with Shari Jonas, we’re diving into one of the most essential life skills for teens and young adults: managing money. It's a light episode, I promise. I offer you a fun and easy method that you can use to teach your kids about money. Whether y…

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#10: How Parents Can Teach Their Young Adults to Set Goals and Plan for Their Future: The Secret Skill to a Fulfilling Life 16:23

4M ago16:23

16:23

Is Your Adult Child Struggling with Adulthood? You'll know for sure, when you click here and receive your FREE Checklist of Signs. Goal setting and future planning are some of the most valuable life skills you can teach your young adult. In this episode of Launch, we explore why these skills are so impactful and how they can shape a young adult’s p…

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#9: The 10 Most Important Life Skills to Help Your Kids Become Confident, Resilient and Independent. 19:16

4M ago19:16

19:16

Click here for your FREE Guide: The Top 10 Most Important Life Skills for Teens and Young Adults In this episode, I reveal the top 10 most important Life Skills that your child should learn in order to thrive in the world. These transformational skills will empower your child to make responsible decisions, build healthy relationships, and navigate …

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#8: Mental Illness in Teens and Young Adults: How to Spot the Signs, Start the Conversation, and Get Professional Help 17:14

5M ago17:14

17:14

Click here for the Top 10 Most Important Life Skills Guide. Download it today for FREE! If your teen, or young adult is struggling to transition into adulthood, mental illness could be a key reason holding them back. In this episode, we discuss how to recognize the warning signs that your child might need professional help, including emotional, beh…

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#7: Substance Abuse and Alcohol Addiction in Young Adults: How Parents Can Tell If Their Child Has a Problem and What to Do Next 19:34

5M ago19:34

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Have you received your FREE Failure to Launch Checklist? Click here to download it today! Is your young adult or someone you love struggling with substance abuse or alcohol addiction? As a parent or loved one, recognizing the signs can be nerve-wracking and the idea of approaching this young adult can be terrifying, but it’s a crucial first step. I…

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#6: Raising Confident Young Adults: 5 Self-Confidence Strategies that Parents Can Easily Use 17:30

6M ago17:30

17:30

The Top 10 Most Important Life Skills Guide is here. Download it today for FREE! Self-confidence in children, of all ages, is the foundation for a thriving, resilient life. It isn’t just a trait—it’s a powerful life skill that your adult child needs to overcome obstacles and achieve independence. In this episode, we explore why self-confidence is p…

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#5: How to Help Your Unmotivated Adult Child Take Action, Find Purpose, and Build Confidence: The 5-Step Guide for Parents 16:32

6M ago16:32

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The 10 Most Important Life Skills are available for you to download for FREE. Just click here! In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest frustrations parents face with grown up children: how to motivate their young adult who’s still living at home. If you’re a parent searching for effective ways to encourage your adult child to become more r…

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#4: For Parents: Mastering the Art of Communicating with your Adult Children 25:40

6M ago25:40

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The Top 10 Most Important Life Skills Guide is yours for Free. Click here! In this episode, we’re diving into the complex journey of Mastering the Art of Communicating with Your Adult Child. It's the key to completely transforming your relationship with your adult child. Effective communication is not just about having surface conversations with yo…

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#3: How Parents Can Build a Stronger, More Meaningful Relationship with Their Adult Child: The Secret to a Long-Lasting Connection 22:56

6M ago22:56

22:56

For a limited time, you can have a Free Consultion just for filling in this short survey: https://forms.gle/RQ6SUnb9t4gEXCMM9 If you're a parent wondering how to build a more meaningful relationship with your adult child, you'll find insights and actionable steps in this episode of LAUNCH with Shari Jonas. Discover the secrets to creating a stronge…

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#2: Raising Confident, Independent Teens: A Parent’s 10 Step Guide to Preventing Failure to Launch 14:52

6M ago14:52

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If you're a Parent of a teenager, and you want to know what you can do now to prepare your adolescent for adulthood, this episode is for you. Did you know that there are "red flags" that every parent should be aware of—early signs that could be warning you about their future challenges with ‘launching’ into adulthood? Recognizing these signs and ta…

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#1: My Adult Child is Struggling: The 15 Signs of Failure to Launch that Every Parents Needs to Know 16:03

7M ago16:03

16:03

Click Here for the Failure to Launch Checklist If you're worried that your adult child is not moving forward toward adulthood, and they seem content to remain entirely dependent on you, rather then striving for personal, social & professional growth, than this episode of LAUNCH is for you. There are 15 signs on the Failure to Launch Checklist that …

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Shari Jonas Parenting Consultant, Educator And Author Podcasts

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#22: The Shocking Truth About Adult Children and Addiction: What’s Causing It and How You Can Prevent It 19:08

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#21: The Parenting Shift from Coach to Advisor: How to Communicate with Your Adult Child to Build a Lifelong Friendship 56:07

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#20: The Art of Raising Kids Who Want to Hang Out With You | Parenting Advice That Builds the Deepest Parent-Child Connection 19:41

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#19: Parenting Through Alcohol Addiction: One Mother’s Journey of Personal Growth Through Her Son’s Struggle to Sobriety 57:28

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#18: Why is My Adult Kid Still Acting Like a Child? The 2 Hidden Causes You’ve Probably Never Heard Of 10:24

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#17: How Your Trauma Affects Your Children and What You Can Do to Break the Cycle 15:27

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#16: Parental Estrangement: When Your Adult Child Goes No Contact - An Estranged Parent Shares Her Personal Story 1:02:29

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#15: My Adult Child is So Angry With Me: What Can I Do? 19:01

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#14: If Living With Your Adult Child is Driving You Crazy: Here's What You Need to Do. 17:28

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#13: Demystifying ADHD in Teens & Young Adults: A Psychologist Reveals the Symptoms Most Parents Overlook 54:57

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#12: Enabling vs. Empowering Parenting: 6 Steps to Help Your Young Adult Develop Confidence and Independence 13:52

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#11: TALK to Your Kids About Money - Unless You Want to Support Them Forever 23:21

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#10: How Parents Can Teach Their Young Adults to Set Goals and Plan for Their Future: The Secret Skill to a Fulfilling Life 16:23

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#9: The 10 Most Important Life Skills to Help Your Kids Become Confident, Resilient and Independent. 19:16

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#8: Mental Illness in Teens and Young Adults: How to Spot the Signs, Start the Conversation, and Get Professional Help 17:14

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#7: Substance Abuse and Alcohol Addiction in Young Adults: How Parents Can Tell If Their Child Has a Problem and What to Do Next 19:34

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#6: Raising Confident Young Adults: 5 Self-Confidence Strategies that Parents Can Easily Use 17:30

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#5: How to Help Your Unmotivated Adult Child Take Action, Find Purpose, and Build Confidence: The 5-Step Guide for Parents 16:32

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#4: For Parents: Mastering the Art of Communicating with your Adult Children 25:40

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#3: How Parents Can Build a Stronger, More Meaningful Relationship with Their Adult Child: The Secret to a Long-Lasting Connection 22:56

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#2: Raising Confident, Independent Teens: A Parent’s 10 Step Guide to Preventing Failure to Launch 14:52

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#1: My Adult Child is Struggling: The 15 Signs of Failure to Launch that Every Parents Needs to Know 16:03

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