As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, fall invites us to reflect and grow. With my new book releasing in just two weeks (eek!), I’m reminded of the transformative journey many women experience during this season of Empty Nesting. It’s a time when our children start to spread their wings, and we find ourselves at a crossroads.
It might also be a time you are starting to feel the nudge of your soul whispers urging you to pursue a long-held dream, and now is the perfect time. The world needs your unique gifts, and there’s so much power in connecting with like-minded women who share your joys and aspirations. This season isn’t just about letting go; it’s about embracing the possibilities that lie ahead. Whether you’ve always wanted to write, create, start a new venture, or just build more fun into your life, fall is an ideal time to rest, recharge, refocus, and renew. Let’s celebrate this time of change, step into our potential, and support one another on this exciting journey. Together, we can turn our dreams into reality and thrive as we navigate this new chapter in our lives.
✨ Listening to Your Soul Whispers ✨
In my book, I explore the concept of soul whispers—those little nudges and quiet urges that encourage us to pursue the things we’ve always dreamed of. These whispers are often buried beneath the noise of daily life, but they can lead us to profound fulfillment if we take the time to listen.
In chapter ten of The Almost Empty Nester, we talk a lot about soul whispers, and how to get back in touch with them. To help you uncover yours, I’ve created an exercise I call the Ten Cs. (It’s a play on my website The Empty Nester Club, or T.E.N.C.) Here are a few of those questions, so you can tap into your soul whispers and discover what truly resonates with you in this phase of life:
- CONNECTION: What are you deeply connected to in your life? This could be a person, place, or thing that brings you joy.
- CONVERSATION: What topics do you find yourself always conversing about? What can you talk about for hours without losing interest?
- CHALLENGING: What challenges do you enjoy? Have you overcome something significant that could inspire others?
- COMPASSION: What are you compassionate about? What pulls at your heart strings?
- CONTRIBUTION: How do you love to contribute to those around you? In what ways do love to make a difference?
- CREATIVITY: What creative outlets bring you joy? Is there something new you’ve always wanted to learn or explore?
By asking yourself these questions, you’ll uncover insights and passions that may have been hiding beneath the surface. As you begin to see what bubbles up, you’ll find new paths to explore in this vibrant season of your life. Maybe you want to hike more, learn how to play pickle ball, or bring some creative endeavor to life. There’s so many fun possibilities for you if you tap into your soul whispers.
Connecting with friends who share your interests can be incredibly fulfilling during this time, too. Together, you can support one another in pursuing these newfound passions and embracing all the beauty this new chapter has to offer. Let’s embark on this journey together, nurturing our souls and celebrating the gifts we have to share with the world!
Make sure to join our community as well over at The Empty Nester Club. We are starting to form local meet up chapters in areas all over the country. This is a great way to meet other women going through this Empty Nest chapter, and scheduling fun things like fall hikes, cooking classes, or even just getting together to talk through what you learned in the book. I wish you an amazing October! 🍁
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