Empty Nesters: Embrace Your New Life

There will be a time when parents wave goodbye for the last time as their kids move out for a taste of independence. The time moves quickly as kids finally leave for university or move in with friends to be grown-ups at their own pace. However, it can be pretty difficult for the parents to adjust to a new family dynamic without their children in the family home. Some parents end up with large homes that used to be a symphony of voices, noises and mess. 

You may miss the presence of your children, but this chapter can be a refreshing start to a new life! Grab the opportunity to meditate and reconnect with your loved ones, as well as with yourself. Try to rekindle the passionate flame in you from the hobbies you used to love or explore other recreational activities you’ve always wanted to try. Take the time to do what you wish to do without worrying about what the kids need. 

If you are a parent whose kids recently moved out, here are some tips that might help you gradually embrace your new life as an “empty nester” together with your spouse:

1.  Spice Up Your Cooking Skills

Turn on the kitchen stove and simmer it with your cooking pot to spice up the dish to your dinner table! Even though you’re the most incredible cook in your family, there will always be room for improvement and new learnings to come along the way. So try to explore some new and delightful homemade recipes that will surely bring a bright atmosphere into an empty nester’s home.

2. Give your Home a Furnishing Touch

Letting go of your children who have already settled a place of their own isn’t entirely a thing that you should completely worry about. The rooms may be empty, but the memories of nurturing your kids are still in there. Renovate your home with a furnishing touch by painting the walls or re-arranging the furniture sets with a stylish look of your choice.

3. Build a Library of your Book Collection

If you are an avid fan of reading books or hoarding your best literary collectibles, this option is for you. You can take this opportunity by building a grand library of your timeless literary classic collection. Having a personal library of your own can finally make your peaceful reading sessions come true. So at this moment, start organising your books and live in the comfort of your literary dreamscape.

4.  Unleash Your Artistic Creativity 

Everyone can create an artistic masterpiece that they will indeed treasure for life. Expand your creativity and call the inner Pablo Picasso in you by trying to learn a new set of skills through pottery, painting, woodworking, sculpting, crocheting, knitting, or glass painting. These artistic media can make your way to pass the time, but they can also coordinate your mind and hands to create with ease.

5.  Start Gardening 

Grab your shovel and engage yourself in this stress-relieving activity of making your ideal garden. To fill in some time after your kids have finally settled on their place, a lovely garden adorned with flowers, herbs, vegetables, and greenery can make your home livelier. Studies have also shown that taking care of your gardening plants can reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness.