Raising Them to Leave Us: Parenting, Perspective & Purpose

In this episode of Herm’s House, Kristin and Herm get real about one of the toughest parts of parenting: raising strong, confident kids who won’t always need you — even though you’ll forever need them. They unpack how childhood experiences shape adult behaviors, why every family defines “right” and “wrong” differently, and how intention matters more than perfection.They also reflect on their recent SSG Kasson's Veteran's Day Four-Day March and the emotional shift it caused in how they view the unhoused community, service, and compassion. From the heavy stuff to the hilarious everyday parenting moments, the conversation stays honest, heartfelt, and full of the real-life perspective listeners love.Whether you’re navigating boundaries, breaking generational habits, or learning to let go just a little — this episode brings comfort, clarity, and community.TakeawaysRaising independent kids is the hardest and most important job.Our childhood shapes how we see the world — often more than we realize.Every parent is trying their best with the tools they have.Right and wrong look different in every family.Intentions matter deeply in parenting (even when the execution flops).Perspective shifts — like the Veterans Day march — can completely reshape empathy.Parenting grows us just as much as it grows our kids.Like ⭐ Comment 💬 Subscribe 🔔Your engagement helps us reach more families, more vets, and grow our mission of community and connection.Interested in sponsoring an episode or supporting our veteran outreach?📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @HermsHousePodcastSupport the show