Recently I have had a discussion with a friend over his relationship with his son who is in his late teens. One insightful thought came out of it is sometimes letting our loved one go and grow in his/her own pace is a different expression (arguably harder) of love. In that case, we need to hold back our emotion and urge to take care of the person (sometimes NOT necessary the best option for him/her). Taking care and doing everything possible within our limits is only one way of showing our love but not necessary the BEST for the person if we want him/her to grow and learn. Sometimes “holding back and letting it go” is an alternative (though not an easy option). In addition, “letting it go” is also a lesson for us as well.