Empty Nest Globe

In this episode of Empty Nest Globe, we explore the universal, yet unique personal journey of life after the children leave home and stop talking to the parents.  From America, to Africa, to Asia.  Suggestions for the empty nester of how to embrace this new way of life and find ways to keep active and happy.

In this episode of the sandwiched generation, we explore practicals ways to cope with  the unique pressures of caring for both aging parents and growing school age children.  We discuss strategies for finding balance, having a reliable support system, resources available in your area  and managing health crisis and emotional stress.

Grief doesn't heal in silence.  Grief is often mistreated, overlooked or even misdiagnosed.  It is one of the most common universal experience.  In this week's podcast we talk about the wounds we can't see.  We explore how untreated grief, especially with the elderly can quietly become a health issues both physically and mentally. How protracted mourning can also affect our relationships and our daily life.  Since grief is personal, we offer different ways to mourn for the loved one  that does not impact your health.  We will share  how to recognize when it's time to seek professional help.

You don't need a mountain retreat, or hours in silence to know the health benefit of meditation.  In this episode of Empty Nest Globe we're breaking down the myths and giving you simple tips to make meditation easy stress free for you, especially in this season of life.  Even if you're too busy or a skeptic all your life, you will come around and see that having a simple moments of stillness can get you grounded, calm and at peace with consistent simple meditation.

In this episode of the EmptyNestGlobe, we dive right into what it means to age with  a healthy mindset.  This is the core to surviving the different stages  of aging.  Being intentional about your health, your relationships, your finances, your spirituality  can set you apart from the rest of the aging population that are living just to exist.  

In this episode  of Empty Nest Globe, we dive into the "dirty dozen".  The list of fruits and vegetables that are mostly contaminated by pesticides according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG).  Our guest, Dr Utah guides us in learning how these fruits and vegetables could affect your health and the simple practical steps you can take to reduce exposure to the pesticides found in them.  Making safe choices with your food as you age can be beneficial to your body in the long run.  Remember, "Your body is the only place you have to live- fuel it with food that nourishes your body, spirit and soul".  Let food be your medicine, medicine your food.

There will always be a need for connection with your children no matter the age.  However, the dynamics of how this connection comes about changes as your parenting role evolves. In this episode, we explore how open, respectful communication can strengthen your relationship with your adult children.  Whether you're rebuilding or maintaining for a strong bond.  Learn practical tips to help you stay connected in this new season of parenting

The Empty Nest Globe podcast is your new companion in this phase of your life.  We offer heart felt conversations, practical but deep and meaningful guidance to uplift, inspire and encourage you to rediscover your purpose, prioritize your health with intentional wellness program to feed your mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.  Whether you're living single, or with a spouse, get busy living.  Travel, start new hobby, meet old and new friends.  Rediscover your passion that you had because you were busy raising the children.  What will you do now with your new life.

At the Empty Nest Globe, we celebrate the moment when the children leave home not as an ending but as a beginning of a new chapter.  Rediscovering yourself, new cultures, and investing in personal wellness, emotionally, spiritually and physically.