14. Parenting Adult Children: How to Stay Connected Before They Go Silent

What if the most important parenting skill isn't teaching... but listening?In this powerful episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey shares a personal story about his daughter Madison, a difficult season following divorce, and the parenting lessons that transformed their relationship.As parents, it's easy to become fixers, protectors, and problem-solvers. But Simon discovered that meaningful connection often happens when we stop talking and start listening.In this episode, you'll learn:• How to build stronger relationships with your children• The difference between listening and advising• Parenting lessons learned through divorce and family transitions• Why daughters need emotionally available fathers• How to strengthen trust and communication with adult children• The importance of validation, affirmation, and encouragement• Why "roots and wings" matter more than "loot and things"Whether you're a parent, grandparent, mentor, coach, or caregiver, this conversation offers timeless wisdom about connection, communication, leadership, and love.If you're looking for parenting advice, fatherhood encouragement, relationship-building strategies, or ways to become more present with the people you love, this episode is for you.-----------------------------------------------------Watch full episodes on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShowListen on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551STAY CONNECTEDFollow Simon at:Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/Instagram: @SimonTBaileyLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbaileyFollow our podcast at:Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday-----------------------------------------------------Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show.Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello LabsLearn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/