A Slight Change of Plans The Grief of Empty Nesting with Kelly Corrigan
Aug 26, 2024
In this heartfelt discussion, Kelly Corrigan, a talented writer and host, opens up about the bittersweet experience of empty nesting as her daughters grow independent. She wrestles with the poignant shifts in parent-child dynamics, emphasizing what parents and children owe each other. Through personal anecdotes, she reflects on navigating the emotional complexities of letting go while fostering their growth. The conversation beautifully captures the blend of loss and love that comes with watching children form their own identities.
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The Misleading 'Claiming' of Children
- Parents often unconsciously claim their children's traits as inherited from family.
- This impulse can mislead by oversimplifying children's personalities and behaviors.
Realizing Child's Independent Life
- Kelly shared a moment when a stranger knew her daughter from babysitter visits.
- This revealed to her the beginning of her losing control and full knowledge of her child's life.
Emotionally Letting Go at College
- Kelly described emotionally dropping off her daughters at college with a mix of sadness and acceptance.
- She experienced a nervous breakdown but affirmed the transition as a natural, bittersweet milestone.
