Helping Your Adult Child Become Confident & Independent
Having an adult child who is unemployed, unmotivated, unwilling to contribute at home, and has no interest in participating in life is one of the hardest things for parents to watch.
What went wrong? Why are they like this? How long will this go on? Those questions are asked daily. But the real concern is: How can we help them move forward?
This is your proven roadmap to helping your adult child build confidence, motivation, and the most important life skills that will launch them into adulthood.
The path forward starts here.
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Shari Jonas
B.A. | M.A. | F.L.E.Shari Jonas is a respected parenting consultant, family life educator, author, and host of the popular podcast LAUNCH, ranked in the top 5 percent worldwide. With multiple degrees in psychology, real-life experience, years of research, and dozens of resources, Shari guides parents and their adult children to rebuild connection, improve communication, and reshape their relationships to set the foundation for growth and success into adulthood.
Shari's approach is original, refreshingly honest, and solution-focused, designed to help you achieve the results you have been looking for. Whether you work directly with Shari, complete her parenting course, or learn from her guides and resources, you'll have access to everything you need to help your adult child move forward.
Don't waste another minute. Your life, and their future, is waiting.
"These are unprecedented times for young adults living at home and struggling to find motivation and purpose. You can get through this."
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ParentingFX gives you practical tools, expert guidance, and a proven framework to help your adult child build confidence, take responsibility, and move toward independence.
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A first-of-its-kind online parenting course designed for parents who are ready to start seeing real change. Self-paced, educational, and engaging. It's everything you need to get the results you want.
You'll always know what to say or ask to communicate enjoyably and respectfully with your adult child in any situation. Rebuild your relationship through conversations that help them feel heard and understood.
The most comprehensive, 18-page, step-by-step guide that includes a customizable agreement to fit your unique family dynamic.
Personalized, professional, compassionate but no BS. Shari's solution-focused strategies ensure you waste no time making the changes at home and in your relationship to guide your adult child towards independence.
The LAUNCH
Podcast
LAUNCH is the podcast for parents of older kids in their 20s and 30s who are struggling to move forward. Hosted by parenting consultant, educator and author Shari Jonas, each episode combines practical strategies, research-backed guidance, and expert advice and personal insights to help parents navigate one of the most challenging stages of parenting.
Through conversations with therapists, psychologists, authors, parents, and even young adults themselves, you'll gain a deeper understanding of what you can do to guide your adult child and build a deeper, more meaningful relationship with them.
Whether your adult child is living at home, struggling to find direction, avoiding responsibility, or simply having difficulty transitioning into adulthood, LAUNCH provides the support, expert advice, and proven strategies parents need to move their family forward.
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What Parents Are Saying About Shari
Ms. Jonas provided valuable insight into effectively addressing my situation while simultaneously considering the emotional well-being of all family members. Each day you wait only makes the problems worse.
Shari's method is practical and solution-focused, which I found refreshing. Her insights helped me adjust my approach in ways that made an immediate difference. My daughter is now taking steps toward independence, and I feel empowered to continue supporting her journey.
From our very first conversation, I knew I was in the right place. Shari has this incredible way of making you feel seen and understood. Her no-nonsense advice cut through all the noise, and for the first time, I had a clear plan. I followed her steps, and my son started responding in ways I never expected.
Shari's approach was like a breath of fresh air, calm, empathetic, and completely judgment-free. Her practical strategies were exactly what we needed. Thanks to Shari, we have not only improved our relationship with our son, but we have also gained confidence as parents.
Shari brought so much wisdom to our conversations, and her approach felt tailor-made for my situation. She never made me feel old-fashioned but instead showed me how to adapt my parenting in ways that resonated with my grandson. I am seeing my grandson grow in confidence, and for that, I am forever grateful.
Shari showed me how to change my approach and how to set boundaries in a way that actually worked. She is practical, realistic, and knows her stuff. Now my daughter is working part-time and taking college classes. I cannot recommend Shari enough.
Working with Shari was life-changing, not just for my son, but for me too. She helped me see that this was not about failure but about finding the right tools. My son is slowly but surely gaining confidence, and our relationship is better than it has ever been. Shari, you are a gift.
Shari's ability to get to the root of the problem is remarkable, and her action plans are clear, actionable, and effective. My 24-year-old son had been aimless for years, but with Shari's guidance, he has found direction, set goals, and is finally taking responsibility for his life. Shari is worth every penny and more.
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