[TESSA] Love, Relationships, Sex in a Rapidly Changing World

I bring to you today two women who are open about their lives – from all angles. How to handle children who are finding themselves (politically, professionally, emotionally). How to understand and deal with the body’s changes when it comes to sex (and male partners’ changes as well). How to look at friendships that might be short-term, seasonal or even life-long.

We have three (I’ll include myself) women unafraid of frank conversations about taboo topics. And that makes this a gem of an episode.

PastLevel50. Gen X Podcaster. I started this podcast as a way to feel visible again. Now I use this platform to be verbal as well. See me, hear me and feel my feelings! It’s an all-conceptual process. Listen, watch and learn from me or from my experiences.

Maryjane Fahey is a creative director, writer, storyteller, published author, and founder of Glorious Broads. Her mission is to inspire older women to live full authentic lives with no limitations. And younger women to live free of fear of getting older.

We speak with Carl Honoré about life in the open nesting stage and how family relationships change as children become adults. The Slow Movement.

Joy Lynn Okoye describes her current work as centered on writing, meditation, and the relationship between relational integrity and grief

We delve into the poignant theme of reclaiming self-worth while exploring the powerful concept of nurturing our inner child The Open Nesters.

The Team of Your Soul | Join me as I introduce Tami Nora and Karen Yadovsky, two incredible mentors who specialize in helping individuals navigate life with purpose and authenticity.

A Practice of Possibility. A conversaion with a truly inspiring mother-daughter team, Martha and Laura. This week on The Open Nesters.

Gary and Darcy explore themes of aging, vitality, spirituality, and sexuality, they redefine what it means to be in an empty nest.

Sex and Laughter. We explore the joy and laughter that come with the journey of aging and the phenomenon of open nesting.

We delve deep into the incredible journey of resilience and growth through immense tragedy with our guest, Audrey Carlson. JOY AMONG MY TEARS

We dive deep into what it means to be an open nester, guided by the insights of Dr. Bill Thomas and Jude Thomas. Changing Aging.

How to Celebrate Your Hot Flashes (S5 | E194) | Bridget and Colleen beautifully articulated their personal journeys

Best Sex Ever After Menopause with Dr. Carol Remz. We dive into the journey of aging gracefully while embracing our sexuality and vitality.

Pat Whitty on Finding Purpose at Any Age with “modern elder” Pat Whitty. The Open Nesters Podcast, re-imagining the empty nest.

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Grace of Growing Older: Embracing Elderhood and Sacred Time. THE OPEN NESTERS PODCAST GUEST: RABBI DAYLE A. FRIEDMAN.

“Embracing Aging: Ashton Applewhite on Fighting Ageism, Wisdom, and the Joys of Act III. THE OPEN NESTERS PODCAST.

Mission & Minimalism Finding Freedom & Meaningful Connections. An interview with Cameron Syke on The Open Nesters Podcast.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Karen Berry, an experienced marriage and sex therapist with a soulful, spiritual approach that resonates with us as Open Nesters

Spiritual Cross Training with Benjamin Shalva (S4 | E152). He is the author of two books, Spiritual Cross-Training and Ambition Addiction

Deciding Without Fear. TO BOLDY GO. Do, or not do… there is no try. We heard the talk Peg and Paul walk the walk. The Open Nesters

Your Legacy Now – Kit Pappenheimer. With the crisis in Israel and the passing of my father, I really needed to speak with Kit Pappenheimer.

Don’t Let Age Get in the Way (Season 3 | Episode 139). The limitless possibilities of aging with Ashton Applewhite and Kyrie Carpenter.

This is a male-generational show: Men trusting their sons, nature, and their peers. We discuss a male tradition of mentorship and wisdom.

The Precipice of Readiness with Nancy Colier (Season 3 | Episode 127) | Now in Season Three | The Open Nesters Podcast

Aligning Our Values | Welcome to Act III | The Open Nesters Podcast with Tessa and Amir. Season 3 | Episode 126

Laughing and Dancing with Life and Death Season 3, Episode 125. The Open Nesters Podcast with guest Lynnea Brinkerhoff.

How to Slow Down. Carl Honoré is a bestselling author, broadcaster and the voice of the Slow Movement The Open Nesters Podcast.

Dr. Ellen: psychologist, registered dietician, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, and Reiki master. The Midlife Whisperer.

Acts of Kindness. Mark Grashow started a non-profit later in life that has most likely reached over a million people in need across the world.

Our sixth entry in our episodes related to Sensuality, Sexuality and Aging Month on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is Part 2 of our Panel Discussion.

A Wise Women Panel Part 1 (Season 2 | Episode 86). The Open Nesters Podcast honoring Sexuality, Sensuality and Aging Month.

Disability, Aging and Love Potion Number 9 (Season 2 | Episode 85). An interview with Dr. Mitchell Tepper on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sensual Energy with Christine Marie Mason (Season 2 | Episode 84). We celebrate Sensuality, Sexuality and Health Month.

Sexuality, Sensuality & Aging with Tessa and Amir (S2 | E82). “Um… is it hot in here?” The Open Nesters Podcast. Sexual Health Month.

What Are Your Anchors? What holds you back from grabbing the sure-to-be-satisfying thing that will make your Act III Fabulous? We discuss.

Karen Bellone is an end-of-life doula. She has a great understanding of the fragility of life. A deep discussion on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Biohacking Age with Michelle St Jane (S2 | E63). This week on the Open Nesters Podcast an interview with a woman devoted to wisdom transference to the next generation.

The Humor in Aging, Sex and the Husband Equivalent with Joyce Saltman (Season 2 | Episode 60). The Open Nesters Podcast.

Jazz Up Your Aging. Suzanne Noble is a mom of adult children, seriel entrepreneur and founder of two fabulous companies that are devoted to helping seniors make the most of their Act III of life.

Our Loving Openness with Kitty, Tessa & Amir. We share much about our journey to an open relationship in this episode.

Love in the Third Third of Act III. Meet Kit and Jeff, two people who found each other nearly 10 years ago. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Welcome to The Open Nesters Podcast Season Two. This week we interview Bill and Jude Thomas and discuss Cultivating Readiness.

Transforming Grief and Pain Through Art and Spirituality. An interview with Tami Nora on The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Anxiety Sisters on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Abs and Mags. They talk about dealing with, managing, and taking control of your anxiety.

Colleen Rosenblum and Bridget Biagi Garratt join Tessa in a lively chat about aging, an empty nest, menopause and Hot Flashes and Cool Topics.

Camp Reinvention. What can you do with your life… right now? !! Wendy and Dana can help with that question. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Bolder and Older with Carl Honoré. The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, welcome a truly remarkable author and speaker.

Living Apart Together (LAT). The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, interview Vicki Larson about negotiating one’s own space in a relationship.

I (Tessa) talk generations, ageism and sexual enjoyment for our older generation with the marvelous Ashton Applewhite.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…