How Do You Raise Resilient Young Adults? College, Independence, and Letting Go | Ep. 74

Dr. Rock here. Today is a little different, and honestly, one of my favorite conversations we've had on the podcast. I'm joined by my daughter, Mary, along with her friends Louis and Arlen, for an honest discussion about what it's really like to leave home, start college, and figure out adulthood for the first time. If you're a parent preparing to send a child to college—or you're a student navigating that transition yourself—I think you'll find a lot of encouragement in this conversation. We talk about: what surprised them most about leaving home why the first few months of college can feel lonely for almost everyone finding healthy friendships and supportive communities handling stress, freedom, and personal responsibility alcohol, social media, sleep, and the challenges of college life mental health, resilience, and developing healthy coping skills why your environment shapes your choices the role parents play in preparing kids for independence and how faith, purpose, and meaningful relationships helped each of them navigate college One of my biggest takeaways? As parents, we can't walk every step for our kids. But we can prepare them, model healthy values, pray for them, and trust that the foundation we've built will continue to shape them long after they leave home. Whether you're sending your first child to college or you're the one stepping onto campus, I hope this conversation reminds you that growth is rarely comfortable—but it often begins when we're willing to step into something new.   Connect with Dr. Rock: Linktree Supplements