Girls Gone Gritty
Welcome to the Girls Gone Gritty Podcast! In this show, we will engage in authentic, unscripted conversations that span a spectrum of different subjects, all seen through three unique lenses.
Dive into real, raw, and often humorous discussions between two sisters-in-law and their closest friend. We offer the kind of advice we'd give our younger selves, revealing the lessons our mothers never taught us but we wish they had.
Our goal is to inspire, empower, enlighten, and educate our listeners by sharing our unfiltered life experiences.
Join us as we explore a wide range of topics that have profoundly influenced our identities and shaped us into the individuals we are today.
Let's Get Gritty!
Girls Gone Gritty
#82 - What Now? Empty Nest Syndrome
What happens when the kids leave home and the house suddenly feels quiet? In this heartfelt episode of Girls Gone Gritty, the hosts take on the very real experience of empty nest syndrome: what it feels like, why it matters, and how to move forward with purpose. They share honest stories about the identity shift parents face, the challenge of reconnecting with a spouse, and how technology both helps and hinders the letting-go process.
But this isn’t just about loss, it’s about freedom too. The conversation highlights the unexpected positives: rediscovering passions, planning adventures, and embracing a new season of life. With practical takeaways on self-care, relationships, and finding new purpose, this episode is a lifeline for anyone stepping into (or bracing for) the empty nest years.
Whether you’re a parent sending kids off to college, supporting adult children as they launch careers, or simply preparing for the change, this discussion offers validation, encouragement, and ideas to help you thrive in the transition.
Episode Highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(2:22) Wedding stories and family connections
(4:18) Top three trends: vests, AirPods, aliens
(9:07) A mother’s bittersweet role
(10:34) Identity shift and loneliness
(12:09) Reconnecting with purpose and spouse
(16:28) Finding balance with technology
(17:20) Rediscovering yourself and self-care
(18:23) Planning for freedom and the future
(19:26) Sports, hobbies, and new directions
(22:15) Financial freedom and better sleep
(22:49) Core takeaways: balance, self-care, connection
(23:29) Got Grit Award: young hero Victor
(26:22) Closing thoughts with Stevie Wonder
(26:54) Outro
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