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 cheerleader 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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Heart to Heart:
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
“NOW BACK TO ME” with Rita Lussier
What really happens after the kids leave?
Spoiler alert: it’s not all peace, quiet and productivity.
In this heartfelt episode of Beyond Empty Nest, I’m chatting with author and award winning journalist Rita Lussier about the messy, surprising and often hilarious truths of life after kids.
From the awkward silence between spouses to the grief that sneaks up between milestones, Rita shares real stories from her book And Now Back to Me-Stories that mirror what so many women are living right now. We dive deep into what really happens when the kids leave home-and how to reclaim your identity in midlife.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover
- Why it’s totally normal to feel rudderless after your kids leave
- The surprising emotional shift many women experience-even if they have a full life outside of motherhood
- How Rita rekindled her connection with her husband (awkward Friday night drives and all!)
- The unexpected "sandwich generation” responsibilities that sneak up on us
- Why discovering your next purpose doesn’t have to be instant- and how patience plays a powerful role.
Key Takeaway:
You’re not alone. The grief, the awkwardness, the excitement, the loss, the rediscovery-it’s all part of the process. This episode is your invitation to come back to you.
Resources & Links:
- Grab Rita’s book Now Back to Me HERE
- Join the Dare on Membership Community HERE and/or come say hi in the Moms Who Dare Facebook Group HERE
It's that time again! Time to get clear on what you want to be, do and have in 2025! Ditch those resolutions and fancy goal setting and come join me and other midlife women in creating a Vision Board. Click HERE For full details. Don't let your dreams get lost, join us and let's make 2026 the year you make them all come true.
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.