Holding On While Letting Go: A Resilient Mother’s Guide to the College Transition
Season 3 – Episode 65 | December 9th, 2025 @ 6 PM MST

Launching a child into college is a milestone filled with excitement, pride, grief, fear, hope — and so many questions. This episode of The Resilient Mother Podcast explores what it truly means to “hold on while letting go,” and how to guide your teen into independence while staying grounded in your own strength and identity.

Tiffany is joined by Diana Davidson, a certified parent coach and mother of two daughters who specializes in helping parents navigate the emotional ups and downs of the college transition. Together, they unpack what parents often aren’t prepared for, what teens actually need, and how resilience evolves for both generations during this life-changing season.

In this episode, we explore:
• The identity shift parents experience when teens leave for college
• The emotional double-binds: pride and grief, excitement and fear
• How to stay connected without overstepping boundaries
• Essential life skills every student needs before move-in day
• Conversations about safety, consent, digital boundaries, finances, and mental health
• Why freshman year can trigger hidden emotional or psychological challenges
• How to prepare your teen to advocate for themselves on campus
• The importance of grounding practices for parents
• How resilience is not “bouncing back,” but growing forward
• Ways to maintain a supportive, loving relationship as your teen steps into adulthood

Whether you have a high schooler preparing for college or you’re already navigating the complexities of an emerging adult, this conversation offers reassurance, clarity, and hope. You don’t have to face this transition alone — and your connection with your child doesn’t end at drop-off. It simply evolves.

Guest Contact:
Website: https://www.dianadavidsoncoaching.com
Instagram: @dianadavidsoncoaching

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