TURNING THE PAGE Top Books to Guide You Through the Empty Nest Transition
Ah, the empty nest. It’s a bittersweet time when the kids finally fly the coop, and you’re left wondering what to do with all the newfound silence — and space. Whether you’re feeling lost or looking forward to rediscovering your own interests, plenty of books can help you navigate this new phase of life. Here are three top picks every parent of newly adult children should consider adding to their reading list.
symbolizes this new chapter in your life. Francine Jay’s “The Joy of Less” isn’t specifically about empty nesting, but its principles can help you clear out those now-unused spaces and make room for new hobbies and interests you previously set aside. ‘From Mom to Me Again: How I Survived My First Empty-Nest Year and Reinvented the Rest of My Life’ by Melissa T. Shultz Melissa T. Shultz shares her transformative journey from a full-time mother to a fulfilled individual with a life enriched by new pursuits and passions. Her story is inspiring and offers practical advice for making
‘The Empty Nest: 31 Parents Tell the Truth About Relationships, Love, and Freedom After the Kids Fly the Coop’ by Karen Stabiner This collection of essays offers a mosaic of perspectives on the empty nest phase, from the melancholy to the liberating. Compiled by Karen Stabiner, the book explores the myriad ways parents cope with this transition. It’s comforting to read about other’s experiences and see how they’ve embraced (or struggled with) the changes, making this book a great starting point for those fresh to the empty nest lifestyle. ‘The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Guide to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify’ by Francine Jay Now that the kids are out of the house, it’s the perfect time to declutter and simplify your home — a task that
the most out of the empty nest period. It’s mainly geared toward mothers facing the daunting question: “Who am I now that I’m not a full-time mom?”
Reading these books can provide comfort, inspiration, and practical
tips for navigating life’s emotional and practical aspects after your children have grown up and moved out. It’s your time now — enjoy rediscovering yourself and embracing all the possibilities ahead!
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