Upcycle: Senioritis and Soiling the Nest

Thank you so much for being here! While I'm currently in my healing era, it’s the perfect time to revisit powerful topics that never lose their relevance—like senioritis.

This time last year, I was right where many of you are now—parenting a high school senior navigating the emotional rollercoaster of their final year. Senioritis is often brushed off as laziness or apathy, but it’s actually a complex emotional and psychological shift that affects both students and families.

From sudden lack of motivation and irritability to feelings of disconnection and overwhelm, the final stretch before graduation can stir up tension in even the most grounded households. In this episode, we explore the real reasons behind senioritis—from cognitive dissonance and fear of the unknown to the need for control and autonomy.

You'll learn how to recognize emotional behaviors like "soiling the nest"—where teens unconsciously create conflict to make separation easier—and discover practical ways to guide your senior through this transitional period. Whether it’s encouraging new hobbies, life skills, or part-time jobs, there are meaningful ways to reframe this season of change.

If you’re parenting a teen preparing for college, experiencing senior year stress, or simply trying to maintain peace during this major life shift, this episode is for you.

Let’s embrace the chaos, find clarity, and walk this path with grace—together.

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