As we age, certain fears arise: health, dependency, loneliness, or the future. These fears are normal. But if you constantly talk about them with your children, they may start to see you as fragile, even if you are still independent.
It is often better to talk about your worries with friends of the same age, discussion groups or professionals, rather than placing this emotional burden on children.
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Avoid giving too much advice
This is probably the most difficult thing. We want to protect our children, prevent them from making mistakes, and help them. But unsolicited advice is often poorly received and can be perceived as criticism.
Sometimes the best support is simply to listen, to be present, and to let others have their own experiences.
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Maintaining one’s space and independence
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