Feb 23 2020
Have you been counting the days until your children finally leave the nest for good? When that day comes, a surprising feeling of emptiness may overwhelm you as a parent. But when the kids leave home, this can still be a time full of love, joy, and rebirth. Dr. Terri talks with Judy Holland, journalism mogul and author of the new book “HappiNest: Finding Fulfillment When Your Kids Leave the Home.” Judy discusses dealing with “boomerang” children and how you can reinvent yourself in the second half of life.
On today’s episode:
:30 – Judy’s background and motivation for her book
5:00 – The importance of fun and novelty after your children leave home
12:35 – How Judy’s book has impacted her views on relationships and millenials
17:15 – Listening to your adult children
20:00 – Boomerang children and final thoughts