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What really happens after the kids leave?

Spoiler alert: it’s not all peace, quiet and productivity.

In this heartfelt episode  of Beyond Empty Nest, I’m 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 milestones, Rita shares real stories from her book And Now Back to Me-Stories that mirror what so many women are living right now.  We dive deep into what really happens when the kids leave home-and how to reclaim your identity in midlife.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover

• Why it’s totally normal to feel rudderless after your kids leave
• The surprising emotional shift many women experience-even if they have a full life outside of motherhood
• How Rita rekindled her connection with her husband (awkward Friday night drives and all!)
• The unexpected "sandwich generation” responsibilities that sneak up on us
• Why discovering your next purpose doesn’t have to be instant- and how patience plays a powerful role.

Key Takeaway:

You’re not alone. The grief, the awkwardness, the excitement, the loss, the rediscovery-it’s all part of the process. This episode is your invitation to come back to you.

Resources & Links:

• Grab Rita’s book Now Back to Me HERE
• Join the Dare on Membership Community HERE and/or  come say hi in the Moms Who Dare Facebook Group HERE

The Dare On Retreat is a soulful fall reset for women ready to step out of the noise and reconnect with themselves—guided by Jodi Silverman and CJ Stasik in the peaceful Poconos. Spots are limited to just 16 women, so if your heart is saying this is for me, grab your spot HERE before it sells out.

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