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2113: Holding On and Letting Go by Nikki Cox of No Sidebar on Cherishing Every Moment with Loved Ones

Mar 24, 2024

11:26

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Reflecting on life transitions, the author shares the emotions of her child starting pre-K and her grandfather passing away. She explores the beauty and pain of holding on and letting go, emphasizing the importance of cherishing moments with loved ones.

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Cherish moments with loved ones to create lasting memories amidst life's transitions.

Balancing holding on to memories and letting loved ones evolve is essential for meaningful relationships.

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Reflections on Loss and New Beginnings

Reflecting on the recent loss of her 99-year-old grandfather and the transition of her four-year-old daughter starting a pre-K program, the author shares a mix of emotions tied to both events. She describes the bittersweet feelings of emptiness and relief experienced from these dual endings and beginnings, highlighting the contrast between the peaceful passing of her grandfather and the symbolic moment of letting her daughter venture out into the world. Through these life changes, she acknowledges the importance of being present and appreciating the time spent with loved ones amidst inevitable transitions.

Introduction

2min

Embracing Endings and Beginnings

4min

Reflecting on Loss and Growth in Relationships

5min

Embracing the Present with Loved Ones

2min

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Episode 2113:

Nikki Cox shares a deeply personal journey through the events of her four-year-old starting pre-k and the passing of her 99-year-old grandfather, capturing the essence of life's transitions. Her reflection on these pivotal moments reveals the beauty and pain of holding on and letting go, highlighting the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/holding-on/

Quotes to ponder:

"One day you are here and the next you are a box of ashes on the table."

"I felt like I was pushing her out of the nest, but she was ready and it was time."

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