Beyond Empty Nest
💜You did the mom thing—and you did it well.
Now the house is quieter, the roles have shifted, and you're asking: What’s next for me?
Welcome to Beyond Empty Nest, the podcast for midlife women who are ready to dare more, doubt less, and live fully.
I’m Jodi Silverman—speaker, mindset coach, and your personal hype woman for this next chapter of life. Every Thursday, you’ll hear real stories of reinvention, heartfelt solo episodes, and conversations that spark courage, confidence, and connection.
We talk midlife pivots, purpose, self-talk, happiness (yes, it’s possible!), and all the messy magic in between—sprinkled with a little woo and a lot of heart.
If you're craving more you in your life, this is your space.
🎧So grab your earbuds and let’s make Thursdays your favorite day of the week.
Dare On, my friend.💜
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Jodi Silverman is a certified life coach who’s here to walk beside you with encouragement and support. That said, she’s not a therapist or medical professional. If you’re facing something that needs clinical care or deeper healing, please don’t hesitate to connect with a trusted therapist or healthcare provider. You’re not alone, and you’re so worth that kind of care.
Beyond Empty Nest
I'm Not Smart: Transforming Self-Talk for Empowerment
“I’m not smart”.
This is a belief that’s been running on constant replay in my mind for decades, and when you give credence to the voices in your head, you often find evidence to support them.
Today, I'm talking about a topic that's close to my heart and vital for our well-being: self-talk.
In this episode, I open up about a deeply-held belief that has been a significant part of my life, one that most of my family and friends would be surprised to learn about.
“I’m not smart” held me back from participating in class discussions, attending college classes, and speaking up at board meetings. It made me doubt whether my accomplishments were mine or just dumb luck (pardon the pun).
Then Coach Jenn Lee entered my life, and in just a 90-minute coaching session, I began to shed the “I’m not smart” narrative and started to embrace my brilliance.
I hope that by sharing this story, you’ll realize that your thoughts and beliefs may not necessarily reflect reality. Instead of unquestioningly accepting them, you can interrogate them, challenge them, and ultimately banish them for good.
❤️ This week’s DARE is a self-talk challenge. Here's your challenge:
1. Pay Attention: Journal your thoughts for a week. Write down those negative narratives.
2. Create Your "I Am" List: Identify 7-10 words that reflect your strengths and values. Then, recite them aloud twice daily for 21 days.
3. Seek External Validation: Ask three people for three words describing you. Add their words to your list, highlighting the new additions.
🤗 Take Jodi's 7-Day Mini Self-Talk Clean Up Challenge HERE to grow your confidence, increase your happiness, and improve your relationships by taking only 5 conscious minutes of your time each day.
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