u/Maleficent_Host3159

I recently left for college, and my mom is having a really hard time with the transition. She seems lonely and upset, and I feel guilty knowing she’s struggling.

I want to support her, but she also doesn't respect my boundaries. She’s still very involved in my day-to-day life, and when I ask for more space, it seems to hurt her feelings. It’s making things very tense between us.

If you’ve been through this, what part of the transition was hardest for you? And what did you try that actually helped, or that you thought would help but didn’t? I feel like she doesn't have the support she needs. How did you find it?

I’d really appreciate hearing your advice and experiences. I want to help her, but I don’t really know what to do.