The article recounts a mother's experience helping her daughter adjust to college life, which proved to be unexpectedly difficult. Initially, the daughter appeared to thrive academically but soon began calling home every day, expressing deep unhappiness and homesickness. The mother struggled with how to support her daughter, ultimately recognizing her discomfort stemmed from a lack of familiar support. Despite advice from others to distance herself, the mother chose to remain engaged, letting her daughter know she could come home if needed, highlighting the importance of emotional support during transitional times.
I didn't know how to help her, and her daily tears made me realize that...no amount of encouragement or waiting would change her feelings.
She missed being somewhere familiar and having the regular support of family, which made her feel trapped and stuck in a situation she hated.
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