Be prepared to be surprised as 3 young women candidly describe their thoughts & feelings as they begin their 1st year of college
Show Notes:
3 young women who are about to begin college open up about the following issues:
Mixed emotions rule the day
Describe the mixed emotions you are going thru as you anticipate leaving for college
Share your biggest fears about making friends, handling being away from home, ability to handle your school work, missing your support network, and picking their major and career path
What are you most excited about?
Redefining yourself at college
Are you open to getting out of your comfort zone and redefining yourself? What might that look like?
When did you 1st start feeling pressure about college & picking major? From whom?
Setting boundaries with parents
What boundaries do you need to set with parents and boyfriends, especially about staying in touch?
Establishing self-care habits immediately
What self-care habits will you be sure to incorporate into your schedule? quiet space, exercise, nature, express feelings, etc.
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If you want more information about your child’s emotional life, check out Dr. Jordan’s online course: Parenting girls: The challenges girls face today with their feelings and friends and what they need
Also have your daughter check out Dr. Jordan’s book written for young adults to help them figure out their calling: Letters from My Grandfather: Timeless Wisdom for a Life Worth Living
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