526: Empty Nest, New Chapter: Who You Become When the Kids Leave

The Adult Chair Podcast with Michelle Chalfant · Sep 3, 2026 · 21m

Episode Summary

In this episode, I'm talking about empty nest syndrome and what it really feels like when one or more of your children leave the nest.

So many people talk about this season of life, but nothing can fully prepare you for the grief, quiet, sadness, and identity shift that can come when your child moves out, goes to college, or begins building a life outside your home.

Today, I'm sharing seven ways to navigate empty nest syndrome from your Adult Chair. We talk about allowing yourself to feel the grief instead of numbing or avoiding it, validating yourself for the job you did as a…