How to Stay Standing When Your Child’s Choices Are Breaking You

Welcome to another episode of Warfare Parenting: Faith-driven strategies for struggling parents of teens and adult children. In this heartfelt episode, Laine is joined by best-selling author and speaker Jill Savage to offer hope and practical strategies for parents navigating the heartbreak of having a prodigal child. Together, they share raw stories, biblical wisdom, and survival tools to help you rise above fear, manage anxiety, and reclaim hope—even on the darkest nights.

Jill Savage:
Jill Savage is an author and speaker passionate about encouraging families through life’s most challenging seasons. As the author and coauthor of 14 books, Jill draws from personal experience and years of ministry to equip parents with faith-based resources and practical advice for navigating parenting struggles and personal crises.

Key Talking Points:

  • The emotional toll of “2AM calls” and fearing for your prodigal child’s safety
  • Importance of prayer and breath work in the midst of crisis
  • What it means to “lovingly detach” from your adult child’s problems
  • Practical strategies for managing anxiety and preventing burnout
  • Using scripture and faith to ground yourself in hope
  • Prioritizing self-care without guilt
  • Building a supportive network and not facing struggles alone

Detailed Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 – Introduction: The pain of late-night crisis calls
  • 00:04:04 – “You are not alone”—knowing others share your experience
  • 00:06:44 – The power of breath work for calming the body
  • 00:08:43 – How to lovingly detach from your child’s problems
  • 00:11:40 – Avoiding enabling and practicing healthy boundaries
  • 00:12:05 – Using scripture for strength and calm during panic
  • 00:13:46 – The importance of self-care for parents in crisis
  • 00:16:40 – Building a 24/7 support system
  • 00:17:19 – Final thoughts: Permission to care for yourself and seek support

Conclusion:
This episode shines a compassionate light on the silent battles parents face when walking alongside a struggling child. Laine Lawson Craft and Jill Savage provide not only validation for the pain and panic many feel, but also equipping listeners with actionable faith-driven strategies and encouragement. From practical crisis protocols to the essential practice of self-care, their conversation is a lifeline for parents who feel isolated or overwhelmed. Remember: you are not alone, and caring for your own well-being is essential, not selfish. Take one small step today to build your support system and reclaim hope—you and your family are worth it.

Tags:
Warfare Parenting, Laine Lawson Craft, Jill Savage, Prodigal Child, Parenting Teens, Family Crisis, Christian Parenting, Faith, Parental Anxiety, Self-Care, Boundaries, Spiritual Encouragement, Mental Health, Managing Panic, Breath Work, Detaching with Love, Support System, Parental Burnout, Parenting Adult Children, Hope for Parents, Christian Podcast