I talk about how my kids are too old too be micromanaged and that's a good thing, but makes me feel uncomfortable.  I am used to being the helicopter parent or the rescuer and yesterday my kid told me to leave him alone, because he was fine and could handle the situation I was trying to resolve all by himself  I am proud of him and somewhat shocked at my behavior and insistence that I come and fix "it".  This news is good, but it will take me a little bit to let it sink in.  I'm proud of my son for standing up for himself and telling me to back off.