Empty Nest: Opportunity Or Dilemma?

2012-04-16T02:15:27Z

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Author: [http://www.logicofscience.com/onlinewithhbm Tawnya Booth]

It may not seem like it right now, but there is a day approaching that most parents hates to face. It is the day when your children leave home and you have an empty nest. All of the kids will have grown up and moved out of their childhood home. It seems to you they were mere babies only last week. It leaves you feeling alone and lost. It may feel hard and unbearable, but there is a way to move through this phase of life smoothly.

It is very important for you to realize that despite their being away from home, they are still in your life. You will always be a parent to your children. The only difference is that the relationship which you had with your children has now eased into a less dependent but just as comfortable phase. It is only natural that children will want to be more dependent as they get older. You should not feel offended or slighted in any way by their desire to move on, but you should try and help your kids in whatever manner you can.

Despite the distance between you and your children, there is no denying your role in their lives. Moreover, they will always be a constant source of love for you. While they are entering a major milestone in their lives, you can continue to provide them with valuable guidance and thus cement your bond with the ties of friendship.

Take some time to look at the bright side. With your children out of the house, you have more time to done on your darling (and occasionally neglected) spouse. You don't get much uninterrupted together time when there are children in the house all the time. You'll have more time now to focus on each other and to get reacquainted. You have an opportunity to do all of the things that you wanted to do before, but couldn’t. Unleash your inhibitions and have fun with your spouse. When your children leave, your relationship with your spouse may get romantic again. If you are a single parent, you can enjoy the same benefits. You can use your newfound free time as the perfect excuse for going out and meeting new people. You just may find love in the process.

You are already aware that when kids are around, time is at a premium. Most parents give up some if not all of their personal interests during this period. Once that responsibility has shifted away from you, it is time to unleash your creative skills and reawaken the passions in your life.

Pick up where you left off with past hobbies or start something new. You can take a long vacation, start a new business, or simply enjoy catching up on all those unread novels resting on your bookshelf. With more time on your hands, why wouldn’t you want to pursue the things that you couldn’t do earlier?

Do not be overly anxious for your children. Recognize that you raised them well. You have taught them right and equipped your kids with everything that they need to be successful in life.

This is your opportunity to spend time nurturing yourself. Do not make any rash decisions, however. You want to give yourself time to adjust to the new empty nest first. Slowly transition into your new life as you feel more comfortable. Certainly keep in touch with your children every now and then. This will reassure you and help you move on toward the new and exciting life that is awaiting you.

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Empty Nest: Opportunity Or Dilemma?