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Scenario

How to support an adult child who rejects your help

My 25-year-old daughter calls me crying about her job and her boyfriend and her money problems almost every day but gets angry when I try to give advice or help.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The frustrating paradox of being needed as an emotional container while being rejected as a source of wisdom or practical assistance.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Launching adult children?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.