Dare On with Jodi
💜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?
Whether you're navigating an empty nest, moving through divorce or widowhood, facing a career pivot, or simply longing to reconnect with your true self in midlife—this space is for you.
Welcome to Dare On with Jodi, 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.
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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.
Dare On with Jodi
How to Parent Adult Children Without Losing Your Mind (or the Relationship)-Ep#127
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Are you walking on eggshells around your adult child—or wishing they’d just call more often? In this heart-opening episode of Beyond Empty Nest, Jodi is joined by Esther Goetz of Moms of Bigs to tackle the unspoken grief, guilt, and emotional gymnastics of parenting “bigs.”
If you’ve ever tried to fix or force connection with your grown-up kids and felt it backfire, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, we explore:
- Why control and closeness don’t mix
- How to shift from “What if” worry to “I wonder” curiosity
- The power of roots and wings in adult-child relationships
- What it really means to invite, not demand
- How to stay connected—without overstepping
Top Takeaways:
- Use the phrase “I’ll follow your lead” to build trust
- Practice “Zippy the Lippy” to replace demands with invitations
- Connection grows when we drop the agenda and get curious
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- ✨ Get started on empowering your adult children by making this shift HERE
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