Is Your Adult Child Silently Pushing You Away? 8 Surprising Signs You’re No Longer Their Guide.
And isn’t that what you always wanted for them?
Psychologists say that a major part of parenting is preparing your child to no longer need you in the same way. It’s a strange transition—one that can feel like a loss, even when it’s a sign of growth.
But if you look closely, you’ll see that your role hasn’t disappeared. It’s just changed. You’re no longer the guide leading the way—you’re the steady presence they know will always be there, no matter how far they go.
