And That's Okay! Preparing for When Your Child Moves Out for College

You spend years raising them, guiding them, loving them… and then, one day, they pack up their things and head off to college. It’s what we’ve prepared them for, right? It’s exciting. It’s terrifying. And it’s a whole lot of feelings all at once. So, how do we prepare ourselves for this massive shift? How do we handle the quiet house, the empty chair at dinner, and the sudden realization that things will never be quite the same? That’s what we’re talking about today. Because it’s a lot… and that’s okay.

ACTION STEPS:
Schedule a personal activity this week and follow through.
Set up a clear communication plan with your child.
Transform their room in a way that serves you while keeping it welcoming.
Plan their first visit or yours without pressure or expectations.
Write a letter to your future self about this moment to read in one year.

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