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When Our Grown Kids Disappoint Us

Letting Go of Their Problems, Loving Them Anyway, and Getting on with Our Lives

16 minJane Isay

What's it about

Do you feel a painful gap between the life you imagined for your grown children and their reality? Learn how to bridge that divide, stop agonizing over their choices, and rebuild a loving, respectful relationship that brings you peace, not constant worry. This summary unpacks Jane Isay's expert advice for navigating this difficult journey. You'll discover how to let go of blame, set healthy boundaries, and communicate effectively, even when you disagree. It’s time to get on with your own life while still loving your kids unconditionally.

Meet the author

Jane Isay is an acclaimed editor and author with over forty years of experience at the heart of the publishing industry, where she has shaped countless influential books on psychology and family dynamics. Drawing on her professional expertise and personal experiences as a mother and grandmother, Isay conducted extensive interviews with parents to explore the profound, often unspoken, challenges of loving adult children. Her work offers compassionate, practical guidance for navigating these complex relationships with grace and wisdom.

When Our Grown Kids Disappoint Us book cover