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April 8, 2025 23 mins

Graduation is a milestone that marks both an ending and a beginning—not just for our children, but for us as parents too. As my youngest prepares to finish university, I find myself reflecting on the bittersweet reality of watching our kids step into their own lives.

In this episode of Hear You Go, I explore:

  • the process of letting go
  • the evolving parent-child relationship in adulthood, and 
  • how to embrace this new chapter as an empty-nester

I share personal reflections, wisdom from essays that have stayed with me, and even some advice from former President Obama on what it means when our kids leave home.

Whether your children are still little, about to launch, or already making their way in the world, this episode is for every parent navigating the ever-changing journey of love, pride, and, yes, a few tears. Grab a tissue, and let’s talk about what comes next.

As always, we’ll note some useful intermediate/advanced language (B1 to C2 Intermediate & Advanced English) along the way.

🔊 Listen now and test your listening in this advanced English language podcast.  

🎧 Hear You Go English language listening podcasts aim to give you, the intermediate English language learner and advanced English language learner, a space to practice your English listening so that you can think, learn, and connect in English. 

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