Mama, sit down!

What happens after the realization? You finally see that all the fixing, carrying, and over-responsibility was not helping. And then you pick up a brand new load to carry. The guilt of it all. In Part 2 of She's Not Lost. She's New., Roxanne Hughes gets honest about the trap nobody warns you about, beating yourself up for not knowing sooner. And she shares the simple three part framework that chan...

Have you ever been told to "get back to who you were before kids" and felt nothing but silence? For some of us, there is no before. In this series opener, Roxanne gets honest about something she has never said so plainly: she has been a caretaker her entire life. Driving at 13, married at 15, a mama at 16. There was no carefree era to go back to. No gap year. No finding herself in Tuscany. And for...

Have you ever gotten one phone call from an adult child that sent you into years of trying to prove your love was equal? In this episode of Mama, Sit Down, we are talking about the hidden pressure grandparents carry when love starts feeling like a scoreboard. The guilt, the tracking, the exhaustion of trying to make sure nobody ever feels less loved. Here is the truth friend: You are not the Depar...

In this episode, Roxanne Hughes addresses the pressure and guilt experienced by grandparents, emphasizing the importance of love without comparison, showing up when possible, and refusing to be manipulated by guilt. She highlights the significance of presence over performance and the freedom found in healthy grandparenting. Takeaways Love without comparison Show up when you can and release what yo...

njustice hits some of us differently. Some people freeze. Some people flee. I fight. And if you’re a mama of adult children who feels something rise up in your chest when things feel unfair, this episode is for you. Today on Mama, Sit Down, we’re having a real conversation about injustice, estrangement, and what happens when “imperfect” gets labeled “toxic.” Because there are real situations where...

Roxanne Hughes shares her journey of reclaiming personal desires and overcoming fear-based mothering, offering insights and encouragement to mothers everywhere. Takeaways Reclaiming personal desires Overcoming fear-based mothering Chapters 00:00 Motherhood and Personal Desires

What are we really afraid of when it comes to our grown kids? In this honest (and slightly uncomfortable) conversation, we're talking about the fears we don't usually say out loud—the ones that show up as over-helping, rescuing, and exhaustion. If you've ever thought "I know I should step back... but I can't," this episode is for you. We're diving into the fear of watching them struggle, the worry...

The conversation explores the unintended consequences of over-involvement in parenting and the impact it has on a child's development. It delves into the importance of allowing children to face challenges and develop resilience, as well as the role of trust and faith in parenting adult children. Takeaways Over-involvement can hinder a child's development Confidence is built through trial, error, a...

The conversation explores the pressure to prove oneself as a good mom by being needed and the impact of seeking reassurance through helping adult children. It delves into the emotional burden of needing to be needed and the impact on adult children, as well as the importance of recognizing manipulation and setting boundaries. The discussion also touches on the season of motherhood and self-worth,...

The podcast discusses the shift from being a manager to a mother for moms of adult children. It explores the cost of management, the revelation from Galatians 6:5, the difference between guidance and control, stepping out of the manager role, the impact of the shift, and reflecting on the transition. The key takeaways include the importance of shifting from manager to mother and learning to trust...

The podcast episode explores the journey of mothers as they transition from the role of raising children to rediscovering their purpose and identity. It delves into the emotional and spiritual aspects of this transition, offering insights on embracing change and finding fulfillment in new seasons of life. Takeaways Finding purpose after children grow up Transitioning from one season to another Cha...

The podcast episode explores the challenges of navigating the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of letting go of expectations and prioritizing grace over pressure. It delves into the idea of embracing a different togetherness and the significance of trusting and letting go. The episode concludes with a message of encouragement and anticipation for the next season of the podcast. Takeaways...

In this episode of Mama Sit Down, Roxanne Hughes explores the Finding Freedom framework, guiding listeners through the journey of understanding their roles as caregivers, facing emotional truths, and ultimately experiencing the freedom that comes from trusting God. She emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, healing, and the joy that accompanies true freedom, encouraging mothers to let go of...

In this episode of Mama Sit Down, Roxanne Hughes and Serena Floyd discuss the often-taboo topic of adult child estrangement, particularly during the holiday season. They explore the complexities of family dynamics, the emotional toll of estrangement, and the importance of setting boundaries while navigating relationships. The conversation emphasizes the need for understanding, forgiveness, and the...

Roxanne continues her Find → Face → Free series with an honest look at the “Face” step — admitting the patterns we’ve carried from childhood into parenting our adult kids. This week she shares her own story of facing fear-based control, plus simple tools to pause, reset, and respond with more peace and freedom.

A family dinner gone wrong revealed just how much emotional weight Roxanne had been carrying for decades. In this powerful episode, she walks you through the Find step — the first step inside the Finding Freedom pillar of her She Let Go Method — and shows how Scripture helps uncover the burdens we were never meant to carry.

Somewhere between caring for everyone else and trying to hold it all together, we lose sight of who we are. In this episode, Roxanne opens up about the roots of Roxanne Reflects — how taking time to look back helped her move forward. She shares her personal journey through anxiety, people-pleasing, and perfectionism, and how learning to reflect instead of react brought her the peace she’d been cha...

When your kids are grown, who are you? Roxanne shares how to move from fixing to becoming — with humor, heart, and faith.

You finally set the boundary… and then the guilt hits. In this bonus episode of Mama, Sit Down! , we’re talking about how to actually keep those boundaries when it gets hard — when people push back, when you start second-guessing yourself, and when the “mama fix-it mode” tries to creep back in. I’m sharing real-life ways to: 💛 Recognize the difference between guilt and growth 💛 Hold your line wi...

Ever feel like you’re carrying grown folks on your back and calling it love? Yeah, I’ve been there too, mama. In this episode of Mama, Sit Down! , we’re talking about five boundaries that’ll change your life — and keep your peace. Not the cold, cut-everybody-off kind of boundaries, but the kind that make room for rest, joy, and breathing again. You’ll hear: 💛 Why saying “no” isn’t mean — it’s mai...

You’ve prayed, cried, and tried to fix it — but mama, sometimes the kid is just bad… and it’s time to let go and let God. 🙌

“I ran away at 60… and found peace. Let’s talk about the cost of helping too much and how to let go.” If you’ve spent years fixing, managing, and worrying about your adult children (and maybe everyone else too), this one’s for you. Roxanne shares how over-helping can quietly rob your peace, how to trust God with your kids’ lives, and how to reclaim your own without guilt.

Hey there, Mama — your kids may be grown, but somehow you’re still doing all the things . You’ve spent years taking care of everyone else… now it’s time to take care of you . Welcome to Mama, Sit Down! , the faith-filled, funny, and honest podcast where moms of adult children reclaim their lives one boundary at a time. Hosted by Roxanne Hughes —speaker, Christian life coach, and your favorite mix...