About Ready To Fly: A Parents' Guide to Preparing Your Student and Yourself for the College Transition
In this limited podcast series, you will learn from other moms and students who have experienced this transition. You’ll hear lessons they learned, tips and things they wish they would have learned before hand.
College life is fun and exciting, but it can also bring challenges. For many students, it can be a time to struggle with their mental health. In this episode I talk with my son, Jake Richardson, about some challenges he faced while away at school and the steps he took to work through them. We also talk about how to recognize when you student is struggling and some resources available for help.
18 Sept 2023
Finding Purpose in the Empty Nest Transition
Not only is going to college a big transition for your kid, it is also a major transition for you. How do you find excitement and meaning in this new season? This episode focuses on your next steps as a mom and how you can find purpose in the transition to empty-nesting.
31 Aug 2023
The Relationship Shift
Relationships change in the college transition... From parent to friend. From a co-parenting couple to a dating couple. You shift from mom to…well, I'm still figuring that one out. :) In this episode, I talk with with Cindy Manko about how these shifts can be positive ones!
14 Aug 2023
The Emotional Rollercoaster
When launching your kids, it can sometimes feel like you're on an emotional rollercoaster, not just for the parents but also for the kids. Learn how TJ Wilson, a mom of four, has navigated the ride while transitioning kids to college.
31 Jul 2023
Making The Most Out of Your First Year
I'm so blessed to chat with the First Year Experience expert, Abigail Stephenson. For the past two summers, Abigail has been vital in helping over 5000 students transition to college life at Auburn University. Abigail also transparently shares her own personal experience of her freshman year in college. You'll love all that you'll learn from her! This is a great episode for your student to listen to, as well! Happy Listening!
28 Jul 2023
Would've, Should've, Could've
In this episode, I talk with Meredith Blase, co-creator of the College Packing List. We discuss what we learned, what we wish we would have known, and various other tips after sending 5 kids to college between the two of us, most of whom were long distance.
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