College Freshman Transition: What Parents Need to Know (and Stop Doing)

Send me your Questions and Comments Sending your son or daughter off to college is more than just move-in day and tuition payments—it’s a developmental earthquake. Every pillar of their identity—academic, social, emotional, and financial—gets tested. For parents, especially high-achieving families, the transition can feel even more complicated: you want your child to succeed, stay safe, and thrive, but you also know you need to step back and let them grow. In this episode of The Better Semest...