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
Beyond Empty Nest: Daughter Lessons & the Dare to Do Happy with Bernadette Catalana
In this heartwarming and truth-filled episode, Jodi Silverman sits down with lawyer, author, and proud mom Bernadette Catalana to explore the wisdom behind her book, Daughter Lessons. What starts as a conversation about parenting and passing on values turns into a soul-stirring exploration of self-discovery, happiness, and the power of personal reinvention in midlife.
From truth and pride to dreaming big and “doing happy,” Bernadette’s reflections — many drawn from her essays — offer a gentle nudge to reconnect with yourself and dare to live more fully.
💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- Why journaling one question changed Bernadette’s life
- The difference between being happy and doing happy — and why it matters
- How her daughters became the inspiration behind her dreams
- A new way to approach the holiday season (spoiler: it involves sparkly shoes and zero guilt)
- Why pride isn't a dirty word — and how to reclaim it
💡 Quotes to Remember:
“Nobody’s going to rescue you — you have to be the hero of your own life.”
“When we are happy, we give the people around us permission to be happy.”
“Doing happy is about energy. It’s about doing things that light you up — right now.”
📚 Resources & Links:
- Bernadette’s book: Daughter Lessons on Amazon
- Get the Wheel of Life Workbook: Click here
- Take the Happy in Midlife Quiz: Click here
🙋♀️ Ready to Do Happy?
Share what you're doing to "do happy" today by tagging @jodisilverman_ on Instagram and using #DoHappy #DareOn.
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.