The grief behind graduation is real, and it’s hitting moms harder than anyone admits. You’ve spent eighteen years pouring every ounce of your energy into raising a human, only to be left with silence, waves of pride, and a heartbreak you didn’t see coming. The messy truth is that sending your kid to college isn’t just a milestone for them, it’s an identity shift for you. In this episode, I unpack the emotional rollercoaster of empty nest grief, why it sneaks up on even the strongest mamas, and how to ride those waves without losing yourself. If you’ve ever wondered why joy and grief can coexist in the same breath as you hug your kid goodbye, this conversation is for you. 

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Episode Chapters:
00:00 – 10:47 Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Graduation
10:48 – 19:59 Embracing the Unknown: Letting Go of Control

20:00 – 28:59 Building a Support System During Transition

29:00 – 36:30 The Triggers Motherhood Mirrors Back to Us

36:31 – End Redefining Yourself After the Nest Empties