A Word I Wish I’d Said Less

Regrets on the verge of dropping off my youngest at college

kelly corrigan

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One day not so many years ago, I read two long articles, back to back, on the role parents play in their children’s stress and success and I made a decision. When they came through the kitchen door that afternoon, I said, “Girls, I have a major announcement.” They looked alarmed. “I no long want to see or discuss…

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kelly corrigan

New York Times bestselling author, host of new podcast: Kelly Corrigan Wonders and PBS show: Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan