Empty nest support in Netherlands
For parents whose children have left home. Talk with people in Netherlands who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
Next gathering in the Netherlands circle: Weekly check-in Β·
If you need someone right now
From people who came through it
βIf you've just found this place, I was in the same place eighteen months ago. I remember my husband and I with nothing to say like it was yesterday. These days I mostly feel like me. You get yourself back in pieces. From someone who gets it.β
Jasmine Ye Β· been through empty nestβIt is hard when they leave. The silence is loud. I know. I felt it too. You will cry. You will feel lost. That is normal. But you will find new things. I started painting again. I do nails for the neighbours. It is not the same. But it is something. Find your something. And call your children. They miss you too. They are just busy living. You will get through this. I promise.β
AyΕe O Β· been through empty nestβA note for the next person. Nearly four years ago I was exactly where you are. The worst part was her room. My kids say I'm back. The bad days get further apart. Hang on.β
mossspring1966 Β· been through empty nestβFor anyone new to this: I was right where you are a few years back. My youngest left for college in September, and I couldn't see past it. I went on vacation in the summer and actually relaxed. It comes back slowly, like feeling in your fingers after the cold. Keep going, even slowly.β
Elijah S. Β· been through empty nest