Empty Nests Support Group

Empty nest syndrome is a general feeling of depression and loneliness that parents/other guardian relatives feel when one or more of their children leave home. Empty nest syndrome has become more prevalent in modern times, as the extended family is becoming less common than in past generations, and the elderly are left living by themselves.

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Cardinal20 09/28/2020

My only moved to DC on Saturday. We went half way with him and stayed with my husband's relatives. I cried a lot during the trip home, cried last and am crying this morning. He will be home in a month, but i am just so depressed. I hope this goes away soon. Thanks for listening!@

eli_mom 09/28/2020

Hi- When we dropped off my only child to his dorm for college, I experienced the empty nest syndrome. I was so sad that I could not even explain how sad I was. I cried for many days. I found comfort after I posted in one of the parents’ online support groups. I realized that I was not alone. I have a life group who prayed with me and thankfully I was able to slowly move forward.

I’m so sorry you are going through this. I understand the sadness you are going through right now. Cry when you need to.
Please stay strong. We are here for each other. I hope you will find encouragement here.

Keep sharing. I pray for God's peace and strength to surround you. God bless.

Cardinal20 09/28/2020

Thank you so much!! We video chatted tonight and he is doing well. He.is coming home in a month.

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