Empty-Nesting

Explore these practical and inspiring empty nest ideas that will help you adjust to your new life as an empty-nester.

You’ll discover more about the feelings associated with empty nest syndrome and tips for coping with them. From rediscovering passions to embracing self-care and diving into new learning experiences, these strategies aim to help you navigate a unique phase of life.

Continue reading to learn more.

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Do you find yourself struggling with low self confidence? If it’s hard for you to maintain optimal self-confidence, you are not alone.

If it seems like others exude self-assurance effortlessly while you grapple with self-doubt, these tips are for you. Confidence is a skill you can nurture and develope over time.

Below, you’ll learn eight easy-to-implement tips to help you regain and bolster your self-esteem. From adopting empowering habits to embracing self-compassion, we’ve got you covered.

Let’s embark on this transformative journey and unlock your true potential.

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These tips for empty-nesters will help you make the transition to your new life with a positive outlook. They are among the first things you should do when your children have moved out.

It may be bitter-sweet, but there’s a lot to celebrate and look forward to.

So, begin your empty-nest years on the right foot.

Find out how, below.

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Knowing how to write top college essays is a key skill when it comes to college admissions. Yet, it’s not an easy task for high-schoolers.

The good news is, as a parent, there are some easy ways you can help your child develop good writing skills. 

Not only will this help him getting into the college of choice, but it will serve your child well throughout his education.  

Start by learning these tips to help your child write top college essays, below.

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Transitioning into retirement might feel a little scary. But it doesn’t have to be. After all, this time of your life is what you’ve been waiting for, right? You’re ready to give up the grind and enjoy a retirement lifestyle that might include grandchildren, travel, or both. But it’s important you know how to prepare for your golden years. Read these 5 helpful tips below to help make your transition into retirement easier.

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Reinventing yourself after empty-nesting can be a bit of a challenge. For many parents, it’s hard to find purpose after your children have left home. But it helps if you immerse yourself in a range of activities. That way, you’ll be too busy embracing your new lifestyle instead of wallowing in empty-nest heartache. So, try these 9 excellent ways below to keep yourself busy in order to adjust to your new circumstances faster and more easily.

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Don’t underestimate the importance of retirement planning. In general, we are living longer, healthier lives – which overall, is a great thing. But you’ll still need a retirement ‘plan’ that considers the retirement lifestyle that’s best for you as you approach the ‘golden years.’ To help, this article lays out some common scenarios.

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You might find it hard to stay positive and motivated after your children move out. Maybe you’re feeling lonely in your empty-nest. That’s totally normal. And that’s exactly why you need to be proactive about getting out of your own way.

So, go ahead and try out these practical suggestions designed to help you get out of a mid-life rut. When you do, you might finally decide that after the kids have flown the coop, your life couldn’t be better. 

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Finding purpose as an empty nester can take a little time. After all, you’re still reeling from the end of an era—a time when you had a clearly defined role as a parent knew what they expected of you. Once your kids move out, things feel different. Your new role, with and without them, may not be immediately clear.

Plus, you’ll experience a whole range of emotions, from loss to elation. It’s all completely normal and part of the cliched “new chapter.”

So we’re here to help you navigate the empty nest and learn to cope with your new situation. Take a deep breath and keep reading to discover the practical strategies that will see you through.

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Are you considering the pros and cons of downsizing your home as an empty-nester? Now that your kids have moved on, you may not need that big family home and yard anymore. Still, you may want to keep it. If you’re on the fence about making a move, let’s take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of downsizing. That way, what’s right for you will become clearer and it will be easier for you to make your decision. Here are the pros and cons, below.

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If you’re wondering how to recreate yourself when your children (finally) move out, it’s not as hard as you may think. Empty-Nest Syndrome is real, but with these tips, you can reinvent yourself and thrive under your circumstances. Keep reading to learn how to make your adjustment to this new chapter a lot easier.

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When it comes to elderly care services, you want to be sure your aging relatives have the very best. It feels even more difficult to protect them when you live far away or are traveling abroad. Follow these tips to make sure those you love receive the best care–and what to do if they don’t—when you can’t be there yourself.

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When you’re starting a new life abroad, you can potentially live anywhere. But when there are so many amazing places in the world as options, how to you pick? Well, that’s what we hope to help with in this article.

We’ve chosen 3 great countries we think you’ll love so you can begin narrowing down your choices. Read on to find out why they are ideal destinations to begin a new chapter, for whatever reason you may have.

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It’s important to have a positive relationship with parents at any point in life, but especially as they age. Whether your relationship has been a good one or tense, you can nurture a better relationship starting today. Find out how with these easy tips, below.   

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Thinking of becoming a full-time fishing hobbyist as part of your empty-nest dream? You have our full support! But first, here are some practicalities that will make your hobby fishing life all the better.

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