Adult child

Telling your adult son he needs to move out

Your 26-year-old son moved back home "for a few months" two years ago. He works part-time, contributes little, and has stopped looking for his own place.

What you want out of itHe agrees to a move-out date within three months.

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Jordan · Your adult son

Hurt, asks for more time

"I thought you wanted me here"; asks for open-ended extensions; promises to try harder.

Difficulty 2 — Pushes back hardVoice: Will

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Jordan · Your adult son

Angry, feels abandoned

Accuses you of kicking him out; compares to friends' parents; storms toward ending the conversation.

Difficulty 3 — Escalates and won't budgeVoice: Liam

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