The Hard Truth About Adult Children (Part 4)

The Hard Truth About Adult Children (Part 4)

Author: Tara Simkins May 27, 2026 Duration: 16:23

🎙️ Welcome back to the Soul-u-tions Podcast!

Welcome back to the fourth installment of our series exploring the profound wisdom of a 92-year-old retired high school guidance counselor! In this series, we are unpacking the 10 lessons she wishes she had learned in her 50s and 60s.


Because life rarely goes exactly according to plan, it is so important that we intentionally prepare for the future to reduce unnecessary suffering for ourselves and the people we love. Today, we are diving into two deeply personal lessons that deal with the transition of parenting adult children and the fleeting nature of our own memories.


In this episode, you will discover:


Lesson 7: Your adult children don't need your advice; they need your presence. We discuss why offering unsolicited advice usually backfires and why our true job is simply to trust them and believe in them.


Lesson 8: Write things down because you are going to forget them. We explore the heartbreaking reality that if you don't actively capture your life, you don't get to keep it.


The importance of recording the small, everyday details—like how someone laughs, texts, or shows up in your life—before those memories slip away.


👇 Join the Conversation!

Do you struggle with holding back advice when your adult children are facing a challenge? Or, what is one small, beautiful moment you are going to write down today? Let me know in the comments below!


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Tara Simkins hosts Soul-u-tions, a space where practical spirituality meets the messy reality of daily life. Having left a high-pressure career as a corporate lawyer for some of America's biggest firms, Tara brings a unique perspective to problem-solving. A profound family incident shifted her path toward life coaching, and she now focuses on how we often approach our challenges from angles that only deepen stress and a sense of being stuck. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation, exploring mindful frameworks and creative shifts in perception that can lead to healthier outcomes. This isn't about quick fixes, but rather cultivating a resilient inner foundation. You'll hear Tara's grounded guidance, drawn from both her professional transition and personal journey, offering tangible ways to reframe difficulties. The Soul-u-tions podcast operates within the realms of religion and spirituality, yet remains deeply accessible, emphasizing actionable insight over abstract theory. It’s for anyone feeling overwhelmed, seeking to replace hopelessness with a more empowered and thoughtful way forward. Tune in for a genuine dialogue that honors life's complexities while pointing toward sustainable peace and clarity.
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