This Empty Nest Life

89. When Empty Nest Holidays Don't Go as Planned


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Feeling a mix of excitement and dread as the holidays approach and your home is emptier than usual? Join me, Jay Ramsden, on a journey through the emotional landscape of empty nesting during this festive season. Together, we'll confront those pangs of sadness and disappointment when our kids choose to celebrate elsewhere, and we'll talk about how important it is to let those feelings surface. But there's a silver lining—by supporting our children's growing independence with love and patience, and keeping those precious connections alive we can turn these challenges into opportunities for growth and gratitude.

This episode is more than just a survival guide; it's an invitation to rediscover joy in the empty nest phase. As we open ourselves to the freedom this chapter offers, we'll find new ways to create vibrant holiday memories, whether with family nearby or far away. Embrace the call to lighten your life with positivity and purpose, and let's embark on a transformative journey that celebrates this new beginning with open hearts and minds. Get ready to greet the holidays with a newfound sense of joy and opportunity.

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Empty nest for the holidays? Experts say this is how parents can cope with kids not coming home by Erika Hardison (Mon, December 23, 2019 at 11:00 AM EST on yahoo.com)

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