Reconnecting with Yourself: Seven Tips for Empty Nesters When Adult Children Disengage

Hi there, fellow empty nesters! If you're grappling with the painful reality of your adult children who have distanced themselves, know that you're not alone in this journey. It's tough. Let's face it together, shall we?

So, what should you do if your adult child dissociates from you?

Here are seven tips to help you move forward and reconnect with yourself.

Acknowledge Your Feelings

It's okay to feel hurt, angry, or confused. Give yourself permission to acknowledge and process these emotions. There are a number of reasons that may have made your child distance themselves from you. I have written this BLOG POST with more tips to help.

Practice Self-Compassion

Be kind to yourself during this difficult time. Treat yourself with the same love and understanding you would offer a friend in need. What we often do, when we are looking for reasons, is blame ourselves. You may be partly to blame. Sometimes, our children have a skewed opinion of how we’ve raised them. Be kind to yourself and know that you tried your best. After all, we didn’t get a manual, did we?

Reach Out for Support

Don't carry this burden alone. Lean on friends, family, or a therapist who can offer a listening ear and support. Come join our Facebook Group.

Focus on What You Can Control

While you can't control your children's actions, you can control how you respond. I know it’s hard, especially if all the blame is being put on us as parents. But when we respond negatively we fuel the flame and often make the situation worse. Focus on nurturing yourself and finding fulfilment outside of your parental role. This BLOG POST has tips to help you embrace your Empty Nest with Positivity.

Rediscover Your Passions

Use this time to reconnect with hobbies, interests, and activities that bring you joy and fulfilment. Rekindling your own passions can help you find purpose and meaning beyond parenthood. When we get intentional with our time and hobbies they become more purposeful and give us a greater sense of achievement. Use my GUIDE to discover Life with Intentional Purpose.

Set Boundaries

Establish healthy boundaries with your children to protect your own emotional well-being. Communicate your needs and expectations clearly and respectfully. You can decide that you don't want to listen to, or receive unkind words from your child. Particularly, if you believe they are not justified. You must protect your heart.

Stay Open to Reconciliation

While it may seem unlikely now, keep your heart open to the possibility of reconciliation in the future. Relationships evolve, and there's always hope for healing and growth. Here is a BLOG POST with some tips to help.

Remember, dear friend, you are worthy of love and belonging, regardless of your children's choices. Hold onto hope, and keep moving forward one step at a time. You've got this!

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