This episode is for every mama carrying the weight of parental regret—wishing you'd done things differently, taught them better, shown up more intentionally. Whether your children are still at home or already grown, this episode will help you understand why your regret doesn't have to be the end of the story. You'll discover how to heal relationships with adult children, how to repair with kids still under your roof, the power of neuroplasticity in creating new relational patterns, and how to initiate conversations that create space for truth and reconnection. If you've ever thought "I wish I could start over," this episode is your permission to begin again—right now, right where you are.

Chapters

03:00 - Why Regret Can Actually Be a Gift 05:30 - The Weight of "I Wish I Had Done It Differently" 08:00 - Understanding Attachment Theory and Repair 11:45 - What Makes Repair Possible at Any Age 14:30 - The Neuroplasticity of Relationships 17:00 - Navigating the "No Contact" Epidemic 20:15 - How to Initiate Repair Conversations 23:30 - What Not to Do When Repairing 26:00 - The Power of Really Listening 28:45 - When Healing Isn't One and Done 31:00 - Courage, Confidence, and Calling in Action

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Featured Research & Articles:

• The Verdict is In: The Case for Attachment Theory by Dr. Dan Siegel https://drdansiegel.com/the-verdict-is-in-the-case-for-attachment-theory/
• Attachment Theory Research - Scientific evidence on attachment patterns and repair https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9458846/
• How to Harness the Power of Neuroplasticity to Heal Childhood Trauma by Beth Tyson https://bethtyson.com/2024/06/18/how-to-harness-the-power-of-neuroplasticity-to-heal-childhood-trauma/

Videos on Relationship Repair:

• Repairing Relationships with Estranged Parents https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qXaXj9zuls
• Oprah's Podcast: The No Contact Epidemic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK7EJgILMIk

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ABOUT JENNIFER BRYANT

Jennifer Bryant is an educational leader with 25+ years of experience, speech and debate coach, former journalist, and recovering perfectionist. As a homeschooling mother of two teenagers, she helps moms break free from comparison culture and step into confident, authentic parenting through her three-pillar framework: courage, confidence, and calling.

Disclaimer: Jennifer Bryant is not a licensed professional counselor. The content shared on this podcast is based on personal experience and educational research. For professional mental health support, please consult a licensed therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

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