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Kristine Gill

Empty nests don't have to be lonely: Experts share 5 ways to embrace your newfound freedom and thrive

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Melissa Drake knew the time was coming for her teenage son to leave the nest, so she joined a Facebook group for other moms in her situation, looking for support in an uncertain time. 

Soon she realized that unlike many of the other mothers lamenting their former roles as caretaker and struggling to find purpose post child rearing, Drake was excited. 

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