The Student Room Group

Reply 1

Talk to your mum, pretty simply, its what shes there for. :smile:

Reply 2

I can see why you would be worried, but you have to realise that you can't be there for her all the time. There will always be a time when you have to leave and if you put it off or make excuses, you might end up at home forever. Yes, she probably will miss you and feel lonely sometimes, but I bet she is so proud of you for going to uni, wants you to enjoy yourself and start your new life.

You can still visit and call her whenever you like, but after a while I am sure you will both get used to it. You can always ask another relative or friend to keep an eye on her if you are that worried.

Also, try telling her how you're feeling because she might be feeling the same but not want to mention it incase it makes you worry. Mums know everything, they really do.

Reply 3

I had the same exact experience, and I made myself miserable before going away because I felt so guilty. But, it worked out...we both got used to it and when I came home we just picked right up where we left off. Plus it'll encourage your mom to develop her own life a little bit more, to figure out what makes her happy and feel fulfilled aside from the basics like work and family. When it comes down to it, you just have to suck it up and do what you know is right for you, and what your mom would want for you, and I promise you, it will be ok!!! I understand how tough it is and I can't say that it will be an easy thing to leave home, but if it helps, think of it simply as going to school, not moving out, or leaving, or anything like that. Home is always home, after all!

Good luck, and hang in there!