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The holidays can be depressing for many people.  On this episode, we discuss ways to manage stress during the holidays and to help others who are depressed.

Here are some resources if you or someone you love needs help. 

Call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or go to the nearest emergency room.


 Lifeline Chat (English only) - The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Veterans Crisis Line Use Veterans Crisis Chat   -  a free, confidential resource that connects veterans 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a trained responder. The service is available to all veterans and those who support them, even if they are not registered with the VA or enrolled in VA healthcare.

Disaster Distress Helpline Call or text 1-800-985-5990 - provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. The helpline is free, multilingual, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact the safety team(s) at the social media company(ies) - https://988lifeline.org/help-someone-else/safety-and-support-on-social-media/
They will reach out to connect the person with the help they need.

Organizations

Anxiety and Depression Association of America
https://findyourtherapist.adaa.org/

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
https://www.dbsalliance.org/wellness/treatment-options/

Mental Health America
https://www.mhanational.org/finding-therapy

National Alliance on Mental Illness
https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Individuals-with-Mental-Illness/Finding-a-Mental-Health-Professional

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help



This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us [email protected]

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We discuss issues and provide tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.    On this short episode, we briefly talk about making sure your loved ones are taken care of after you transition.   If you don't have a will or burial insurance consider how much it will help them and how you can afford it now.  

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, traveling,  having fun and so much more. 

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We are checking in and discussing weight.  We recorded our numbers on an earlier episode (age,  blood pressure, cholesterol,  weight,  height,  BMI, temperature, normal resting heart rate,  waist measurement, date of your last physical, A1C, and ounces or cups of water you drink each day). We reveal some quick and sneaky ways to lose weight including eating less red meat and fewer carbs and using smaller plates.   

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development. 

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us [email protected]
 
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On this episode, we speak with Sharon Baker, a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker.

She is answering legal questions for empty-nesters regarding separation, taking care of aging parents, and estate plans.  Sharon is the author of Help Me Get My Stuff In Order. 

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more.

This episode provides information not advice.  Please consult an attorney to discuss your specific situation.

This award-winning podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, having fun, and so much more.

Resources:

Sharon Baker
www.LegalLifeCoachSharonBaker.com

Book:
Help Me Get My Stuff in Order - Sharon Baker

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In this episode, we speak with Sharon Baker,  a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker. She will be dropping nuggets about your finances and decisions as an empty nester through the fictitious couple Denzel and Sharon. 

BranchinBranching Out of The Empty Nest explores topics and provides insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us at [email protected]

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We are still looking for couples for our dating series.  Contact us for more info. 

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Resources:
The Five Love Languages- Gary Chapman

Sharon Baker
www.legallifecoachsharonbaker.com

Sharon's books:
We Can Do THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Create Their Perfect Life
We did THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Lived Their Perfect Life
We Can Do THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Create Their Perfect Life: WORKBOOK – YOU Can Do THAT Too?!!!!

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This episode is the kick-off for our discussion about dating.  What does it look like on this journey as an empty Nester? 

Dating is hard.  Whether you are reconnecting with your partner or meeting new people,  the rules and the game have changed.   We want to know how you date and where you find potential mates.  If you are married, how do you stay connected or how did you reconnect with your spouse after the children left?  

Share your stories, thoughts, and funny encounters on our socials. 

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, and having fun. 

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It's Fall.  That means football games and tailgates.   As we focus on living a healthier lifestyle we may need to tweak some habits.  Make sure you are practicing proper food safety protocol and making healthier choices at your cookouts.  You don't have to give up your beer, wine, or daiquiris but maybe having one less drink is a step in the right direction,  or switching to a brand with less sugar.  Your body will thank you later if you start making those changes now.  Carry your own condiments  - Beyonce carries hot sauce in her bag, you can carry sugar-free ketchup in yours.  Enjoy the cooler weather, have fun, and live healthily.  

For the proper internal cooking temperature for meats check out this info from the CDC: 
https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/pdfs/Grill-safety-infographic-508c.pdf

For more grilling tips check out the AARP's website:
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2021/grilling-safety.html

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As Empty Nesters we are even more focused on our health. Schedule your annual check-up with your doctor.   
Record the numbers you get from your labs and on the list below so we can discuss them on future shows. 

Age 
Quiz 
Blood pressure 
Cholesterol 
Weight 
Height 
BMI  (get from your doctor)
Normal resting heart rate 
Waist measurement 
Date of your last physical 
A1C
Ounces of water you drink each day 

This podcast provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, career development, retirement and so much more.  

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Joins us for a quick recap of what we have discussed and what is yet to come this season. 

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. 

Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us [email protected]

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Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Series: Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order - Part 6

This is the final part in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents' affairs in order.  In this episode we discuss paying for long-term care with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith. 

Branching Out if the Empty Nest discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester (aunties, uncles, cousins, and neighbors are welcome), such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun. 

Books: Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances by Cameron Huddleston

Your Story is in Your Hands Nationwide Financial (AARP 2016 study) 


Veteran's Affairs
Long-term care coverage for Veterans
877-222-8387

National Council on Aging
The National Council on Aging (NCOA)
https://www.ncoa.org/


benefitscheckup.org
benefitscheckup.gov

AARP - American Association of Retired Persons,
www.aarp.org
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
For caregiving advice and how to get low-cost benefits  

2022 - National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers 
https://acl.gov/CaregiverStrategy

For more info about info mentioned in this episode contact Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional at 770-885-6329

This episode provides information not advice.  Please consult an elder attorney to discuss your specific situation. 

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