This post addresses the challenges of navigating relationships with adult children. It offers advice on setting boundaries, forgiveness, and finding peace despite conflict.

Learning from Conflict

let’s face it, disagreements with adult children can be emotionally draining. It can be wise to view these experiences as opportunities to learn and grow.

Boundaries and Forgiveness

The importance of setting clear boundaries and asking for forgiveness when necessary. However, adult children are ultimately responsible for their own choices and cannot blame their parents for everything.

Parenting Adult Children

Give the adult children the freedom to make their own choices and avoid tying your self-worth to their decisions. Teach them to contribute to the household and respect the rules.

Negotiation and Consequences

Establish boundaries through negotiation rather than strict rules. Keep personal belongings separate and enforcing consequences for breaking established rules.

Dealing with Disrespect

Do not tolerate such behavior and establish clear consequences for repeated offenses. Prioritize your own well-being and not selling yourself short.

Letting Go and Trusting the Process

Focus on finding peace and trusting in a higher power. Self-reflection during times of solitude and letting go of control during conflict is wise. I am comforted by the belief that a higher power is working things out for the best, even if the path seems unclear.

Mother of 3 adult children, and Adult child in recovery.