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* 'A big hug of a book. Manages to be both realistic and optimistic - and not at all patronising - at what can be a bleak and frightening time. A lifesaver, opening up all kinds of possibilities (Aggie MacKenzie, TV presenter and journalist *'In THE EMPTY NEST Celia Dodd reminds us that our children continue to need us, just as we continue to value our relationship with our now young adult sons and daughters. This book will guide us as we seek clo )
Terri Apter, author of The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers need from parents to become adults.
This useful guide to what is known as 'empty nest syndrome' focuses on the positives and looks at how to make the most of this new and exciting chapter in the lives of both parents and children (Choice )
Terri Apter, author of The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers need from parents to become adults.
This useful guide to what is known as 'empty nest syndrome' focuses on the positives and looks at how to make the most of this new and exciting chapter in the lives of both parents and children (Choice )
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A practical and inspiring guide to adjusting to life after your children leave home.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
With one boy in his second year at university and one still in sixth form, I am just at the beginning of this period of children leaving and I found this book really helpful in making me think about what might happen..and how I should approach it. i liked the interviews with the parents and with the children (particularly the latter)as they made me consider what my own sons may be feeling. Being boys perhaps they tell me less than girls might; and it is hard to get much out of them about their feelings. So this book was really helpful in making me think about what they may be feeling. I did find it very moving in parts and found myself in tears on the bus to my great surprise; it was the shock of recognising that so many of my experiences are common to other parents.I think the book recognises that everyone is different, but there are common threads.And,contrary to what the other reviewer said,I think it is particularly helpful at the moment when adult children may well be returning home for an indefinite period, not planned, and going through a really hard time trying to find work. A book that gives you a lot in a very easy to read and simple though not simplistic way
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I would highly recommend this book for anyone negotiating this wrenching period. I was particularly heartened to read the interviews with other parents who felt just as bereft as I was when my teenagers left for university -- it was hugely comforting to know I wasn't the only one poleaxed by the sight of an empty bed. Not that this is a gloomy book -- far from it. Full of empathy and practical suggestions even for those (like me) who find their kids have boomeranged back.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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As a life and careers coach in Sheffield, and with a son about to leave home for a gap year, I asked my friends what they were feeling as their kids planned to leave for uni! I was astounded at their range of emotions,and we set up an EmptyNesterClub to plan some 'pampering', fun events and celebrating our handiwork ,and re-inventing ourselves. I then googled to find some advice ,as you do and found this book ! It was perfect ,with really good advice to help plan IN ADVANCE how to deal with your emotions ,and then prepare for the process of leaving with lots of practical advice.
It's brilliant,and i would buy it in the Spring before they leave ,and have it to hand to help you through the first Christmas they come back ,with their washing . I am recommending it to coaching clients ,and the Empty nesters have all borrowed or bought it !! Great book !! See the book in action on our facebook page [...]
NB faffytat is my e-bay name .
Karen Perkins
It's brilliant,and i would buy it in the Spring before they leave ,and have it to hand to help you through the first Christmas they come back ,with their washing . I am recommending it to coaching clients ,and the Empty nesters have all borrowed or bought it !! Great book !! See the book in action on our facebook page [...]
NB faffytat is my e-bay name .
Karen Perkins
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The empty nest
Every parent of kids over 16 years of age must read this book. When you read it you will agree with me.
Published 9 months ago by Jim B
If only I had this problem!
This is all very worthy but today's problem for many parents is actually the exact opposite. My three grown-up sons - 27, 25 and 22 - are all back at home having finished their... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Maggie H
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