All of the experiences of parenting lead up to one of the most nerve-wracking, anxiety-inducing, and tense times in the life of a young adult (and their parents) - choosing what happens after high school graduation. The choices to be made, and the consequences that go with it, are vast and finding that "sweet spot" where the skills and talents of a young adult align with both their interests and motivation is daunting. How do we know what they like and how we know what they're gonna want to do for a living? Join Yarona and Laurie as they explore this emotionally-charged dimension of parenting!

Laurie Genevish, founder of My Ideal College, is renowned for her expertise in guiding students through decisions surrounding education and career choices. Laurie's mission is to redefine the "student debt" narrative, equipping graduates with careers aligned with their educational investments. Her background in workforce analysis, talent development, coaching, and speaking provides insights into what companies seek in new hires. Laurie offers clarity and guidance to create actionable plans, bridging the gap between education and career.

www.MyIdealCollege.org

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Raising kids in a culture that are not their "native" culture can be daunting and bewildering. Yarona talks with Ilona about being raised in a culture quite foreign to that in the U.S. and raising her kids a U.S. culture quite foreign to her native Armenian culture.

TEDx Speaker, Author, and Coach, Ilona Parunakova is a motivational force in personal development. A Confident Leadership expert, she sparks global empowerment with resilience from her Armenian Genocide survivor heritage. Breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, she mentored 1500 TEDx speakers and influenced positive change even in the Presidential Residency. Featured on Fox, NBC, and Forbes, her impact extends through mediation, fundraising, and advocacy. Fluent in five languages, a Marathon and Triathlon medalist, she boldly declares herself as God's Masterpiece, with God as her life's CEO.

https://www.ilonaparunakova.live/

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jessamyn Overly

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Not all relationships between parent partners are healthy and some can be downright toxic. How do we negotiate the struggles with our partners while parenting our kids to have healthier relationships? Yarona and Michelle take on this difficult topic in this week's episode.

Michelle Hays is a heart-centered Marriage Coach with a Certification in Couples Counseling Michelle Hays is a Certified Marriage Coach in Couples Counseling and Therapy- Gottman Method. She hosts the Monarch for Love Podcast, and is a monthly columnist for Lighthouse Point Magazine and the Happy Herald Newspaper.

With decades of experience in marriage and relationships, Michelle helps couples deepen their connection and increase fulfillment in their marriages. Michelle firmly believes that love is a decision and positive thinking in marriage empowers couples to create the marriage and relationships they want and deserve.

https://www.podpage.com/monarch-for-love/

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff