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Beyond Empty Nest
Living your daring life and stepping outside your comfort zone is the fastest path to fulfillment.
Ready to DARE? I’m here to lead the way.
Tune in every Thursday for stories of empty nests, midlife makeovers, and solo episodes packed with tips to conquer fear, boost happiness, and build resilience all sprinkled with a bit of WOO😇.
Let’s make Thursdays your favorite day! Dare on with me, Jodi💜
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DISCLAIMER: The commentary and opinions available on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical, physical, or psychological advice. You should contact a trained medical professional before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine and with respect to any particular issue or problem.
Episodes
100 episodes
Divorce and Children
Divorce can be tough at any age, but when it happens later in life, after your children have already left the nest, the emotional toll can often go unnoticed. As parents navigate their own grief, anger, and confusion, they may unintentionally o...
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Season 5
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Episode 94
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39:23
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Midlife Reckoning
"Confidence isn’t about being fearless. It’s about daring to step outside your comfort zone, even when you’re scared."If you’re here, you know it’s time to break free from the ordinary and reinvent yourself! Meet Jen Polt, a woman who co...
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Season 5
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Episode 93
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35:33
Is This Really My F'in Life
Have you ever had a moment when you looked around and thought, “Is this really my effing life?” Maybe it's a quiet afternoon, or a chaotic moment, but something makes you question everything. That's exactly what happened to Lydia Ma...
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Season 5
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Episode 92
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30:38
Audacity To Be Resilient - What it Means and Why it Matters
Do you have the audacity to be resilient, to face life's challenges head on and come out stronger? If not, is this a viewpoint that you’d like to adopt in 2025? Whether you're navigating new territory, rebuilding, or simply see...
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Season 5
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Episode 91
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38:19
Is It Time To "Have the Talk"
If you've got an older parent or loved one, you might be noticing little things that make you wonder if it's time to step in a bit more. Maybe you're seeing signs you need a little extra support, but you're not sure how to bring it up or ev...
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Season 5
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Episode 90
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29:39
Money Matters in Midlife & How to Understand It Better
It comes as no surprise to anyone that life is filled with ups and downs. But curiously, we aren’t always given the tools that we need to prepare for these challenges. Are you ready to uncover the secrets to achieving true financial confidence,...
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Season 5
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Episode 89
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37:07
Special Workshop Episode: Getting Clear on What Matters Most to You NOW!
Do you want your 2025 (and the rest of your life) to be full of confidence, ease and joy? I want to introduce you to a tool that has changed my life: The Wheel of Life. This tool helps evaluate eight key areas of life: money, career, health, fu...
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Season 5
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Episode 88
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10:36
Living your miraculous midlife! What it means to live in the "Miracle Zone"
What if I told you there's one major block standing between you and the happiness, love, and miracles you crave and deserve? And that today, we're about to uncover it?Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, world renowne...
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Season 5
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Episode 87
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30:38
Season 4 Recap
Our empty nest adventures are always exciting because we're constantly preparing for what's next. As we head into 2025 and a brand-new podcast season, let's take a moment to look back at some of the highlights from Season 4 of Beyond Empty ...
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Season 4
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12:20
What’s Your Theme For 2025?
As 2024 is coming to a close, are you making plans for the new year?🎉Have you thought about choosing a theme to shape your year? It’s more than just picking a word—it’s about setting an intention that guides your decisions and mindset. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 86
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11:55
How to Co-Parent During the Holidays to Make It Pleasant for All
The holidays are a time for joy, not stress—even after a divorce. We're tackling the tricky world of co-parenting during the holiday season with expert Christina McGhee, a leading divorce-parenting expert with over 25 years of experience. Chris...
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Season 4
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Episode 85
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36:58
Making Sense of the Changes You See in Your Loved Ones
With dementia cases projected to surge as baby boomers age, our country is facing a crisis that we're not ready for. This, coupled with the lack of resources for seniors, can leave many of us feeling overwhelmed and feeling the pressure to step...
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Season 4
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Episode 85
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39:04
Lives Well Lived-Bringing GENERATIONS Together
We all have our own stories—yours, your parents', your grandparents'. Each of us carries years of life experience behind us, but are these stories being shared with future generations? 📚In this episode, I sit down with Sky Bergman—profe...
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Season 4
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Episode 84
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36:55
Handling Holiday Stress & Difficult People: 3 Effective Strategies to Cope
Is less stress, less anxiety, and less reactivity on your wish list this holiday season? That used to be me for years, until I refused to let these emotions steal another holiday from me!One special gift I want to give to you this year ...
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Season 4
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Episode 83
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7:47
Healthy in Midlife During the Holidays
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the changes that come with midlife? You may be grappling with sleep issues, stress, or body shifts…the list goes on! Many of us face these challenges, but what if there were simple strategies to help you not just ...
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Season 4
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Episode 81
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36:37
Your Comfort Zone is No Joke!
Stepping out of your comfort zone can feel like standing at the edge of a cliff—terrifying, yet exhilarating. It's time to step away from the familiar and discover what you’re truly capable of!🧗I usually talk about moms adjusting to lif...
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Season 4
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Episode 80
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28:39
The Masks We Wear
Do you ever feel like you're pretending, hiding parts of yourself to fit in, or shielding your true self from the world? 🎭In this episode, we explore the masks we wear—those layers of armor that keep us safe but also keep us disconnecte...
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Season 4
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Episode 79
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11:13
Close But Letting Go: Navigating College Life from 30 Minutes Away
How do you encourage independence when your child is so close? How do you resist becoming a helicopter mom? We're getting real about the lessons in letting go, even when they're still close by.In this episode of Beyond Empty Nest
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Season 4
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Episode 78
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40:24
Downsizing - How and when to get started for yourself and your ageing relatives.
Navigating midlife often means taking on new responsibilities, and for many of us, that includes helping aging parents make difficult transitions, like downsizing from a long-time home. But the truth is, downsizing isn't just for our parents—it...
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Season 4
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Episode 78
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38:01
The Empty Nester Club
Losing your confidence and sparkle as an empty nester can feel hopeless, trust me I know. By taking small, meaningful steps to rediscover what lights you up, you can turn this transition into an exciting opportunity for growth and self-discover...
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Season 4
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Episode 77
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33:05
Have You Missed The Mark?
As we enter a new season, what are some of the questions that you’re asking yourself? 🍂💭Fall is known to be a time of reflection and renewal, this episode I invite you to explore where you might have fallen short, not with harsh judgeme...
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Season 4
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Episode 76
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8:06
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Disorganized? Perhaps it's ADHD
Is managing your day to day or sticking to goals a big struggle for you? Empty nests, menopause and life transitions can leave us feeling lost, but what if there’s another reason behind it all?The guest today is my good friend Lauren Gl...
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Season 4
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Episode 75
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32:59
Writing/Righting Our Own Lives with Amy Ferris
If you’re here, you’ve more than likely heard the term ‘midlife crisis’. In addition to the emotional aspect of experiencing midlife, there are so many other issues besides emotional, there's physical issues like hot flashes and mood ...
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Season 4
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Episode 74
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40:55
Using Affirmations for Happiness & Confidence
I am smart. I've got this. I can, I will, watch me!3 simple affirmations that I use daily for a positive mindset during challenging and difficult times. Affirmations are a wonderful way to create positive shifts within our mindset an...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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15:29
Making Empowered Decisions During Times of Transition
Are you currently being faced with a tough decision that is causing you anxiety and unease? This could be a result of health concerns you’re facing, changing career paths, or even navigating relationship changes.My guest today is Susan G...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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35:39