What Could Go Right?

What Could Go Right?

Hosted by: Erik Orton + Emily Orton

Helping connect you with your adult kids, now and for decades to come.

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Episodes

Ep 17 - What is Life Design?

In This Episode: What are the dangers of living by default? Resentment, escapism, addiction, broken relationships, and worse. What are the benefits of living by design? More confidence, more happiness, better health,...
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Ep 16 - Family Lessons Being Robbed in Rome - Dan + Natalie Reeves

In This Episode: If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to sell your house and travel Europe as a family, you’ll find honest unglamorous answers in this revealing interview. Dan and Natalie have been on the...
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Ep 15 - How Pursuing Your Dreams Helps Your Kids

In This Episode: "I don't just want to give my kids a better life, I want to show them how you live a life that's meaningful." One thing they'll see is what is involved in the journey (it's not always fun) and that...
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Ep 14 - Why Your Kids Should Be in 2nd Place

In This Episode: Why does Dad always get the biggest piece of cake? Because of this advice we got from a couple who was happily married for nearly 60 years! If you're willing to do this, it will make your marriage...
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Ep 13 - Who Pays for What? (with adult kids)

A Life Design Podcast for Moms and Dads Who Want to Make Midlife Meaningful, What Could Go Right? features personal growth, family connections, and parenting adult kids. The show is hosted by Erik Orton and Emily...
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Ep 12 - How to Help Your Kids Move Out (and In)

Your kids are ready to move out, but are they roommate ready? This is an opportunity for adult kids to learn new communication skills. Whether your kids need a little support or a lot, this episode can help. We share...
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Ep 11 - Marriage & Midlife Pivots: York + Jayne Young - Part 2

If you’ve ever wondered if your marriage could be better than “fine.” If you’ve ever wondered what a resilient, connected, satisfying marriage looks like from the inside, listen to this.  Peek inside the deep,...
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Ep 10 - Marriage & Midlife Pivots: York + Jayne Young - Part 1

If you're looking for real talk about midlife shifts, this honest conversation is for you. This courageous couple will help you explore common pitfalls and pivots in a hopeful way. Their kids were moving out. York...
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Ep 9 - Marriage, New In-Laws and Family Culture

Do you have kids getting engaged? Or maybe you have kids who will one day get engaged. This season often takes on mythic proportions in their memories. This episode will help you ask good questions and be mindful as...
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Ep 8 - Helping Your Kids Get in the Driver's Seat of Their Lives

Our son asked, "Dad, how did you feel when you first moved out of the house?" This episode is for you if you have kids on the cusp of independence, about to move out, or recently moved out. We'll share our optimistic...
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Ep 7 - 4 Easy Things You Can Do Right Now to Connect Your Family

People ask, How did you live on a sailboat for a year with five kids and not drive each other crazy? We intentionally prepared our family relationships to thrive in challenging conditions. You don't have to go to...
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Ep 6 - Why and How To Make Life Long Friends (+ Double Return Parenting)

Did you know that your friendships can have a double return? In this episode, we discuss how we have prioritized friendship as adults. It's never too late to start making friends. We share the benefits that ripple out...
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