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Claudia Arp

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Co-founder of Marriage Alive International

Natalie Caine

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Therapist, coach and author

Dr. Ellen Neiley Ritter

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Founder of Family Transitions Coaching
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Caution: Now Leaving the Comfort Zone

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Wake, eat, work, sleep, repeat. If this sounds too familiar, it's time to change up your routines. Your mind could use the stimulation!
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Celebrate Your Empty Nest

Celebrate Your Empty Nest

It’s finally happening—your baby is moving out and leaving the nest.

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Schedule Communication Time

Schedule Communication Time

Stop and think before you pick up the phone to call your child.

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Honor Your Feelings

Honor Your Feelings

Whatever your feelings are in these first few days, honor them.

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Communicate With Your Partner

Communicate With Your Partner

Start a new chapter in your relationship by reconnecting with your spouse.

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Define New Goals

Define New Goals

It’s time to focus on what you want out of life.

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Seek Support

Seek Support

Support groups can help you handle your reaction to your empty nest.

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Create New Rituals

Create New Rituals

Create and carry out a ritual to honor your empty nest experience.

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Take a Break

Take a Break

Congratulations! You’ve made it through your first week.

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Understanding Your Empty Nest

Understanding Your Empty Nest

Read as much as you can about the empty nest syndrome.

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Define Yourself

Define Yourself

The next issue you may face is the question of your identity and role.

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