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đYou did the mom thingâand you did it well.
Now the house is quieter, the roles have shifted, and you're asking: Whatâs next for me?
Welcome to Beyond Empty Nest, the podcast for midlife women who are ready to dare more, doubt less, and live fully.
Iâm Jodi Silvermanâspeaker, mindset coach, and your personal cheerleader for this next chapter of life. Every Thursday, youâll hear real stories of reinvention, heartfelt solo episodes, and conversations that spark courage, confidence, and connection.Â
We talk midlife pivots, purpose, self-talk, happiness (yes, itâs possible!), and all the messy magic in betweenâsprinkled with a little woo and a lot of heart.
If you're craving more you in your life, this is your space.
đ§So grab your earbuds and letâs make Thursdays your favorite day of the week.
 Dare On, my friend.đ
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Jodi Silverman is a certified life coach whoâs here to walk beside you with encouragement and support. That said, sheâs not a therapist or medical professional. If youâre facing something that needs clinical care or deeper healing, please donât hesitate to connect with a trusted therapist or healthcare provider. Youâre not alone, and youâre so worth that kind of care.
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Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Navigating illness as a woman comes with unique challenges that go beyond physical health. Rebecca Bloom, a workplace and insurance benefits advocate, sheds light on the complexities women face when dealing with healthcare systems, workplace barriers, and unforeseen financial burdens. As an advocate with Bay Area Cancer Connections, Rebecca supports women across the country in get...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if the end of one chapter is actually the start of something way better? On todayâs episode of Beyond Empty Nest, weâre talking about thriving as a divorced empty nesterâand trust me, itâs not all doom and gloom! In fact, itâs about embracing new opportunities, stepping out of your comfort zone, and making this next chapter your most exciting one yet. My guest today is living...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș In this heartwarming and truth-filled episode, Jodi Silverman sits down with lawyer, author, and proud mom Bernadette Bowman 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...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Ever catch yourself saying, âIâm just a mom,â or âIâm just trying to figure things outâ? Friend, itâs time to drop just and reclaim your story. In this powerful episode, I sit down with podcast coach and voice-finder Jen Rogers â who just so happens to be my coach â to talk about the moment she lost her voice, how she found it again, and why your story is your superpower. If youâv...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Youâre allowed to feel good again. In Part 2 of this powerful menopause series, Jodi continues her conversation with certified Menopause Health Coach Ashley Basilio â and this time, itâs all about solutions. From HRT facts to lifestyle shifts, sleep strategies, weight changes, intimacy struggles, and how to advocate for yourself, Ashley gives you the practical tools and empowering...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș If youâve ever thought, âWhat is going on with me?â â this episode is your lifeline. In Part 1 of our two-part menopause series, Jodi welcomes Ashley Basilio â certified personal trainer, menopause health coach, and founder of Get Fit With Ashley â to decode whatâs really going on in your body during perimenopause and menopause. Together, they uncover why menopause is so much more...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Are you walking on eggshells around your adult childâor wishing theyâd 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 âbigs.â If youâve ever tried to fix or force connection with your grown-up kids and felt it backfire, this conversat...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș If youâve ever looked around and wondered, âIs this it?â â this episode is your sign to explore something new. Jodi sits down with Amazon expert and business coach Kathy Lampert, who went from corporate powerhouse to stay-at-home mom... to six-figure Amazon entrepreneur. Whether you're seeking a purpose beyond motherhood, craving a new challenge, or exploring side income options, ...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș In this powerful episode of Beyond Empty Nest, Jodi sits down with author and humanitarian Lori Pappas, whose life story is as inspiring as her message. At 75, Lori dared to say âyesâ to fully stepping into her authentic self âand sheâs here to help you do the same. đ In this episode, youâll discover: How Lori escaped a from a mental institution at age 17 and built a purpose-fill...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Feel like your kids are growing distant â and you're not sure how to reach them anymore? In this episode, Jodi chats with Tammy Cohen, author of Text Messages to My Sons, about how a simple daily practice of texting transformed her relationships with her adult children. Whether youâre navigating empty nest grief, disconnection, or just want to feel closer to the people who matter ...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if you could feel grounded, present, and fully aligned with who you areâno matter what life throws your way? In this episode of Beyond Empty Nest, Iâm joined by Erin Keating, founder of Live Your Truth Journey, to explore how to connect with your personal power, define your values, and use them as a compass to create a life that feels deeply fulfilling. Erin shares her own tr...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if financial wellness had less to do with math and more to do with meaning? In this empowering episode of Beyond Empty Nest, host Jodi Silverman sits down with Ramat Oyetunji, founder of The FI Woman, who retired at age 44 after a 20-year career in engineering. Ramatâs mission? Helping women align their finances with what they truly value so they can live with clarity, confid...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Is your marriage thrivingâor just surviving? When the kids leave and the house falls quiet, many couples find themselves at a crossroad. In this honest, hopeful, and eye-opening episode of Beyond Empty Nest, Jodi Silverman is joined by marriage and family therapist Dr. Becky Wetstone, who brings a powerful blend of clinical expertise and personal wisdom. Together, they dive into: ...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Youâve heard the phrase âit takes a village,â right? Well, midlife takes a teamâand in this powerful panel episode, Jodi Silverman brings together four specialists to guide you through the essential conversations and planning needed as you navigate aging, caregiving, and your own wellness. If youâve ever wondered how to support aging parents, how to prepare for your own next chapt...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What really happens after the kids leave? Spoiler alert: itâs not all peace, quiet and productivity. In this heartfelt episode of Beyond Empty Nest, Iâm 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 milestone...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if the exhaustion, resentment, or disconnection youâve been feeling isnât because youâre doing too muchâbut because youâve been doing everything except taking care of yourself? Weâve been conditioned to believe that self-care is indulgent, even selfish. Especially as women, weâre praised for how much we give, how much we juggle, how much we handle without asking for help. But...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if the stress, tension, or emotional heaviness youâre carrying isnât just âlifeââbut a direct result of resisting what you canât control? Just like our bodies respond to overexertion, our minds react to the emotional weight of trying to fix, change, or manage thingsâand peopleâthat arenât actually ours to carry. In midlife, when so much feels uncertain or outside your influen...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș What if the mental clutter, overwhelm, or low energy youâre feeling isnât just âlifeââbut a direct result of what youâre feeding your mind? Just like your body reacts to what you eat, your thoughts and emotions respond to the content you consume. In midlife, when transitions can feel overwhelming, being mindful about your mental diet is more important than ever. Discover how to de...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș Gratitude isnât just about saying âthank youâ or jotting a few notes in a journal. Itâs about choosing to focus on whatâs goodâeven when life feels anything but easy. Especially when life feels messy. Because when you can find gratitude in the middle of the chaos, everything begins to shift. đ« Hereâs why it matters: đż Gratitude rewires your brain for more positivity and peac...
Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (donât forget the episode #). We read every messageâeven if we canât reply!đ„ș If you spoke to your best friend the way you speak to yourself⊠would you still be friends? đŹ Itâs a confronting questionâbut an important one. Because most of us are walking around with an inner voice thatâs not just unkind⊠itâs downright brutal. And the wild part is, we donât even realize it. That voice? Itâs shaping your confidence, your choices, your relationshipsâyour whole ...
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