Fledge: Launching Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind with Brenda Yoder

About this episode

The episode discusses strategies for raising independent and resilient children with author Brenda Yoder.

In this episode of the Dudes and Dads Podcast, Joel and Andy join author Brenda Yoder to discuss her book, Fledge. They explore navigating the emptying nest and share strategies for raising independent, resilient, Christ-following adults by letting them struggle, learn from failure, and confidently step into the world. Links:

People in this episode

Hosts: Joel, Andy

Guest: Brenda Yoder

Topics covered

• parenting
• independence
• resilience
• empty nest
• Christian values

Keywords

• parenting
• independence
• resilience
• Fledge
• empty nest
• Christian parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Fledge

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