Dare On with Jodi
💜You did the mom thing—and you did it well.
Now the house is quieter, the roles have shifted, and you're asking: What’s next for me?
Whether you're navigating an empty nest, moving through divorce or widowhood, facing a career pivot, or simply longing to reconnect with your true self in midlife—this space is for you.
Welcome to Dare On with Jodi, the podcast for midlife women who are ready to dare more, doubt less, and live fully.
I’m Jodi Silverman—speaker, mindset coach, and your personal cheerleader for this next chapter of life. Every Thursday, you’ll hear real stories of reinvention, heartfelt solo episodes, and conversations that spark courage, confidence, and connection.
We talk midlife pivots, purpose, self-talk, happiness (yes, it’s possible!), and all the messy magic in between—sprinkled with a little woo and a lot of heart.
If you're craving more you in your life, this is your space.
🎧So grab your earbuds and let’s make Thursdays your favorite day of the week.
Dare On, my friend.💜
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Jodi Silverman is a certified life coach who’s here to walk beside you with encouragement and support. That said, she’s not a therapist or medical professional. If you’re facing something that needs clinical care or deeper healing, please don’t hesitate to connect with a trusted therapist or healthcare provider. You’re not alone, and you’re so worth that kind of care.
Dare On with Jodi
They're gone, NOW WHAT? Empty Nest Syndrome is Real
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How do you handle good-byes? Some of us find it easier than others.
As moms, we face countless good-byes with our children, but none are quite as emotionally charged as the empty nest. Whether our kids leave for college, join the service, or step into the working world, empty nest syndrome is a real thing. For some, it brings a wave of sadness that might last a few days or weeks. For others, it hits much harder, bringing on feelings of depression and anxiety.
Today, my guest is one of those moms who really felt the weight of these good-bye moments, especially with an empty nest. She discovered the importance of finding support to navigate these tough transitions, and she's here to share her journey with us.
Morgan Baker writes about family, mental health, dogs, change, and identity in her award-winning memoir Emptying the Nest: Getting Better at Good-byes.
Keep listening if you’re ready to learn more about how change can be fun and beautiful, keep listening.
Your Dare for the Week ❤️
- Dare #1: Say yes to something that your gut would normally tell you, “No, I can't do that”. Force yourself to say yes.
- Dare #2: Reach out to somebody; a teacher, a spiritual leader, a mentor, somebody who's helped you get through something or enlightened your life in a way, and say thank you to them.
About Morgan: Morgan Baker writes about family, mental health, dogs, change, and identity in her award-winning memoir Emptying the Nest: Getting Better at Good-byes (Ten16 Press). Other work is in the Boston Globe Magazine, The New York Times Magazine, Grown & Flown, and Motherwell. She teaches at Emerson College and is the managing editor of The Bucket. She is the mother of two adult daughters and lives in Cambridge MA with her husband and two Portuguese Water dogs.
THE BOOK: Emptying the Nest: Getting Better with Goodbyes HERE
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