#life-transitions
#life-transitions

3 days ago

I left a life I loved abroad for a job in Chicago. I'm not sure it was worth it.

Relocating to the US from abroad brought unexpected challenges and emotional turmoil in a new job.

fromDefector

4 days ago

Living Through This, Again | Defector

Personal nostalgia intertwines with the responsibilities of adulthood in a significant transitional moment.

#family-dynamics

4 days ago

Relationships

Asking Eric: My mom has warned me she's not moving out without a fuss

Parenting

I have 2 kids in college, and our relationships have changed. I'm learning new parenting lessons all the time.

4 days ago

Relationships

Asking Eric: My mom has warned me she's not moving out without a fuss

Parenting

I have 2 kids in college, and our relationships have changed. I'm learning new parenting lessons all the time.

more#family-dynamics

1 week ago

The Challenges of Life's Transitions

Transitions require new skills and identity adjustments.

fromVulture

2 weeks ago

King of the Hill Recap: How Do I Live

The episode illustrates the separate yet parallel journeys of Hank and Bobby as they confront life transitions.

4 weeks ago

Financially Stable But Still Spooked About Retiring?

New identities, independence, and social interactions are essential for a healthy retirement.

Secrets to Happy Aging

Engagement in family, community, or personal passions is crucial for navigating old age.

#friendship

Relationships

Why It's Hard to Make Friends as a Grown-Up

Relationships

Asking Eric: It's not in my nature to ghost but, boy, is she boring

Relationships

Why It's Hard to Make Friends as a Grown-Up

Relationships

Asking Eric: It's not in my nature to ghost but, boy, is she boring

more#friendship

After my husband lost his job, we moved in with his mom

After my husband lost his job, we decided to start over - this was our chance to live differently. We moved in with his mom.

Relationships

fromwww.cbc.ca

People getting divorced are setting up gift registries. Don't roll your eyes just yet | CBC Radio

"When it came time to get divorced, we were separating a household and he got some things like the vacuum cleaner. I was going to need those kinds of things."

Relationships

#parenting

fromwww.theguardian.com

Parenting

What's it like to be 23 and starting a new life? I'm unpacking a lot of emotions as my son heads to the US | Emma Beddington

fromApartment Therapy

Parenting

13 Things I Got Rid Of After Deciding I'm Done Having Kids

Parenting

I'm not going to have kids in the house soon. I'm already thinking about what to do with my free time.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Parenting

What's it like to be 23 and starting a new life? I'm unpacking a lot of emotions as my son heads to the US | Emma Beddington

fromApartment Therapy

Parenting

13 Things I Got Rid Of After Deciding I'm Done Having Kids

Parenting

I'm not going to have kids in the house soon. I'm already thinking about what to do with my free time.

more#parenting

fromThe Atlantic

Seven Books for People Figuring Out Their Next Move

A well-lived life isn't always perfectly navigated; many find themselves rudderless after joyful milestones or unwanted changes, prompting the search for guidance in books and friends.

Everyday cooking

Relationships

Making Change a Shared Project

Stress management, rather than change itself, determines relationship satisfaction.

Couples benefit from a unified approach to navigating major life transitions.

fromThe New Yorker

15 years ago

Your New College Graduate: a Parents' Guide

Most college graduates are vegetarians and will become cranky or upset if offered meat. They also have irregular eating habits.

Humor

London politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

The boy who came back: the near-death, and changed life, of my son Max

The article reflects on the bittersweet moments before a significant life change, capturing a sense of nostalgia and wonder.

fromScary Mommy

I Get Paid To Be A Housewife By A Man I'm Not Married To

"Most importantly, I realized that I truly love caring for, helping, and taking care of people. I always have, and this gives me purpose again."},{

Parenting

We've been empty nesters for 10 years. When our son's house burned down, we told him to move his family in with us.

In August 2024, our son and his family lost their home in a devastating fire. My husband and I decided to support them through this rough time.

Parenting

Why the Quarter-Life Crisis Is the New Mid-Life Crisis

The quarter-life crisis is a transformative opportunity for self-discovery and change.

Retirement

fromBustle

Will Life Get Better In My 30s?

Your 30s can offer greater fulfillment and clarity compared to your 20s, allowing for personal reinvention and growth.

Mental health

A Wisdom Primer: Life's Most Important Category of Knowledge

A little bit of anxiety at the right times can be a good thing.

Mastering four seemingly benign words can change the trajectory of your life.

Successful living is built around appropriately navigating transitions.

Mental health