Episode

Kids Leaving for College: Facing the Empty Nest

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Midlife Circus: Gen X Reinvention
Published
Apr 8, 2026
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Summary

Message the Show What happens when the college drop-off is over and the house gets quiet? Rob and Brent talk honestly about kids leaving for college, the emotions that come with the empty nest, and how this transition can reshape family life, identity, and what comes next. Links, resources, books mentioned: Join the Midlife Circus Community on Substack Follow us: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTubeVisit Episode WebsiteTopics we are covering in this episode: The empty nest tran...