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This Empty Nest Life
Embark on a transformative journey with Jay Ramsden, the enlightening voice behind The Empty Nest Coach on TikTok and Instagram. Jay’s show will help you navigate the uncharted seas of mid-life and empty nesting as he thoughtfully unravels the threads of change, growth, and self-discovery in what has become your new normal. Jay will help you discover the endless opportunities awaiting you in this new phase of life because life doesn't end in your 40s, 50s, and beyond -- it begins again.
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Episodes
109 episodes
108. 104 Dates: A Midlife Journey to Authentic Love
Is true love still possible after 40? Heidi Friedman’s remarkable journey—from her divorce to dating 104 times over ten years—reveals a transformative path to authentic connection and genuine partnership later in life. Drawing from her extensiv...
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Episode 108
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107. Daughter Lessons: Navigating the Mother-Daughter Relationship Through Life's Transitions
What if the empty nest isn't the end of your parenting journey, but a new beginning—an opportunity to reconnect with yourself? In this enlightening episode, Bernadette Catalana, author of Daughter Lessons: Wise and Witty Reflect...
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Episode 107
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38:59
106. You're Not Just a Parent - It's Time to Rediscover Who You Truly Are
Feeling lost now that your nest has emptied? You’re not alone—but that silence in your home doesn’t have to be the end of your story. Instead, it can be the opening note to your most authentic chapter yet. In this...
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Episode 106
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10:14
105. Beyond Parenting: Six Strategies to Thrive in Your Next Chapter
When your children leave home, your primary identity as a parent shifts—often leaving a sense of emptiness and questioning, "Who am I now?" According to research, nearly 80% of adults aged 50-64 feel dissatisfied with their sense of purpose, hi...
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Episode 105
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14:04
104. When Children Fly: Embracing Your Next Chapter
Graduation season often brings a sudden, gut-wrenching realization: your child is leaving, and life as you've known it is about to change forever. This episode explores that pivotal moment when parents shift from full-time caretaker...
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Episode 104
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18:16
103. Walking the Way: Lessons from the Camino de Santiago
What if your most profound life lessons could come from an unexpected journey? In this inspiring episode, I explore how my recent walk along the Camino de Santiago in Spain became a powerful metaphor for navigating the empty nest years—filled w...
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Episode 103
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21:52
102. Rediscovering Intimacy After the Nest Empties
As relationships evolve, the empty nest phase presents a pivotal moment for couples to rediscover each other beyond their parenting roles. In this insightful episode, Carolyn Sharp shares valuable insights from her new book, "Fire it Up: Four S...
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Episode 102
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40:38
101. Gray Divorce: Navigating Relationships After 50
What happens to long-term relationships when the kids leave home? In this candid conversation, relationship coach Dr. Marie Murphy shares her insightful and judgment-free perspective on the growing phenomenon of gray divorce—the trend of couple...
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Episode 101
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36:43
100. Finding Light After Loss: Rebuilding Identity Through Grief and Empty Nesting
What happens when life changes overnight, shattering your identity through loss? In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the profound journey of Emily Tanner, known as The Brave Widow, who transformed devastating grief into a supportive commun...
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Episode 100
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35:22
99. From Waiting by the Phone to Wandering in Paris
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Susan Athari, founder of The Modern Empty Nester, as she shares her journey from uncertainty to celebration in the empty nest years. Realizing that this life stage deserves more than just survival, Sus...
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Episode 99
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38:50
98. The Essential Skills We Forget to Teach Our Kids Before They Launch
What happens when the magic carpet ride of childhood suddenly ends? In this enlightening episode, we welcome Rob Finlay, author of "Hey Dad," as he shares invaluable insights into the jarring transition...
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Episode 98
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35:14
97. Beyond the Scale: Rethinking Health, Strength, and Purpose After the Kids Leave
As our bodies begin to show the signs of aging, it’s easy to feel defeated. In this empowering episode, wellness expert Krista Daley shares her insights on how to navigate the midlife transition with strength and strategic adaptation, fostering...
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Episode 97
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29:40
96. Help! I Got Fired From My Favorite Job
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Julie Voris as we explore the profound and often overlooked transition to empty nesting—a journey that many parents experience but few openly discuss. In a society lacking cultural roadmaps and generati...
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Episode 96
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48:55
95. Your Kids, Their Debt: A Parent's Guide to College Funding Conversations
What happens when a burnt-out attorney with $200,000 in student loan debt decides to completely transform her life as an empty nester? Join us as Jessica Medina candidly shares her experiences burdened with a staggering average student loan deb...
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Episode 95
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38:48
94. Your Next Chapter Is a Choice, Not a Crisis
Join us for an empowering episode with mindset coach Julie Traina as we explore how shifting your perspective can turn empty nest syndrome from a period of loss into one of opportunity and growth. Julie shares her powerful insights on r...
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Episode 94
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39:14
93. Navigating the Sandwich Generation: Balancing Care & Independence
In this insightful episode, we tackle the unique challenges faced by the sandwich generation—those individuals caught in the delicate balancing act of caring for aging parents while supporting adult children launching into independence.
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Episode 93
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39:47
92. Little Changes, Big Impact: Embracing Your Empty Nest Life
Join us in this uplifting episode as we explore the transformative journey of empty nesting with our special guest, Jodi Silverman, founder of Moms Who Dare. This vital community is dedicated to supporting mothers as they redefine themselves af...
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Episode 92
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31:04
91. Unlocking Connections: Communicating with Your Adult Children
Join us for an engaging and transformative episode as we explore the challenges and triumphs of parenting teens while preparing for the empty nest phase. In this captivating conversation, we welcome Jeanine Mouchawar, a seasoned par...
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Episode 91
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35:39
90. Redefining Success: Nicoa Dunne's Journey from Corporate Life to Life Coach
Join us in this enlightening episode as we embark on a profound journey of self-discovery with my guest, Nicoa Dunne from Life by Design and the Coffee with Nicoa podcast. Nicoa shares her courageous transition from feeling unfulfil...
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Episode 90
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40:47
89. When Empty Nest Holidays Don't Go as Planned
Feeling a mix of excitement and dread as the holidays approach and your home is emptier than usual? Join me, Jay Ramsden, on a journey through the emotional landscape of empty nesting during this festive season. Together, we'll confront those p...
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Episode 89
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15:24
88. Embracing Your Main Character Energy
Have you ever thought about what it means to truly be the main character in your own life story? Join me as I guide you through the emotional and transformative journey of stepping into your main character energy as an empty nester. We're explo...
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Episode 88
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24:53
87. Transforming Midlife into a Journey of Self-Discovery and Renewal
What if you could transform the uncertainty of an empty nest into an empowering journey of self-discovery and renewal? In this episode we'll unravel the mysteries of midlife and empty nesting, turning potential feelings of loss into exciting op...
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Episode 87
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17:31
86. Embrace the Empty Nest: Overcome Self-Doubt and Rediscover Confidence
In episode 86 of "This Empty Nest Life," host Jay Ramsden addresses a common yet challenging emotion that many face as their kids leave home: self-doubt. If you've ever questioned your ability to navigate life after parenting, this epis...
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Episode 86
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14:40
This Empty Nest Life (Trailer)
Welcome to This Empty Nest Life. I’m Jay Ramsden, The Empty Nest Coach on TikTok and Instagram and this podcast is a reflection of my own journey from looking for positivity during the pandemic, to becoming intentionally curious about what t...
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85. Embracing New Beginnings: A Practical Guide to Letting Go and Moving On
From Raleigh, NC to Massachusetts - a journey marked by change, transition, and rebirth. That's the story I share in this heartfelt episode. Remember the tumultuous feelings that come with significant life changes? I do. I walked t...
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Episode 85
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12:31