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199. #3 Top Episode of 2025: Avoid These 10 Phrases: What Not to Say to Your Adult Child
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- Dec 18, 2025
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- 573
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Summary
As moms, our words carry incredible power, especially with our adult children. We never intend to hurt them, but sometimes, without realizing it, what we say can sound like guilt, criticism, or disapproval. In this listener-favorite episode, Pamela unpacks ten common phrases that can unintentionally wound your grown kids and offers loving alternatives that build connection instead of conflict. If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation wishing you’d said it differently, this episode is for you. HELPFUL LINKS: End of Year Gift to Christian Parenting here Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here Free Connection Call 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