We’re talking about ALL the feelings that come with sending your kid off to college/university — the nostalgia, the anxiety, the excitement, and the very weird realization that they’re basically going to a resort where they can do their own laundry, eat unlimited food, go to football games and make their own decisions. So… what exactly are we sad about? Every child is different when it comes to leaving home! We unpack whether procrastination is actually a coping mechanism, and why university can feel less like “going to school” and more like playing grown-up. Plus, we’re talking dorm rooms that are nicer than our own bedrooms, co-ed bathrooms, orientation week activities that sound suspiciously like a four star resort, and the very real question: How will we say goodbye? We’re about to find out. Buckle up for the university drop-off episode… coming next!
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university, parenting, college life, emotional journey, family, independence, student life, parental feelings, college preparation
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