The
Empty Nester
rediscover who you are before the kids leave the nest
Your Transformative Journey Through the Empty Nest Phase and Onto Your Next Best Chapter
Almost
by karla olson
A Peek Inside...
This 3-part book takes a deep-dive into your unique and beautiful motherhood journey, and prepares you for your ever-changing Nest. We feel it's important to reflect on the past and assess the present before we create your next best chapter. Get ready to be inspired. We are so happy you're here.
The Past | Love & relfection
The Present | Joy in the now
The Future | to purpose, passion, and connection
... and go forth to your next best chapter
22m
Empty Nesters in the US
Only 7%
1m
Women finding their soul-whispers
100+
Passion Projects Started
Sally Mueller
Co-Founder of Womaness, and mom of two grown children
The Almost Empty Nester is a must-read roadmap for women getting ready to embrace, prepare and thrive after the kids have left home.
Karla has given millions of women hope and courage to finally pursue their dreams and not feel guilty about investing in themselves and their future. When we do this, we’re setting a great example to our children on how to be strong, prepared, and hopeful."
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Reignite Purpose & Passion for Your Next Best Chapter
Are you currently a mom that has children in high school and one of them has left the nest or is about to? Do you find yourself starting to feel like Empty Nesting is fast approaching and you don’t have a plan? If so this book is for you. We’re missing a key touch point about this milestone: preparation.
The Almost Empty Nester helps you rediscover who you are before your kids leave the nest.
this is for you.
Discover your individuality
Redefine what success means to you in mid-life
Accept that letting go is not a goodbye
Understand that your worth is not solely wrapped up in your children
Realize happy, adult children need independence
Learn how to put yourself first again
Join Karla's Virtual Book Club & Masterclass
Starting August 21, Karla will personally be taking 20 members through an incredible 4-week journey. This book club is not just about reading; it's about diving into our past, looking at where we are in the present, and defining our next, best chapter. This is so much fun to do with friends, invite them to the book club!
Can't wait to meet you and witness your transformation.
KIND WORDS
"Heartwarming narratives & empowering reflections, readers are encouraged to embrace this chapter of life with grace, courage, and an open heart.
What makes, The Almost Empty Nester, truly exceptional is Karla Olson’s ability to delve into the complex layers of a mother’s identity beyond her role as a caregiver, offering valuable insights and practical advice on how to rediscover purpose, passion, and self-fulfillment."
— Jen Mann |
“Through her transformative framework, she skillfully guides her readers to reignite their passions and fall in love with their future again.
Drawing from her personal experiences, Karla cultivates a nurturing space for reflection, transformation, and celebration. She helps mothers highlight the important parts of their journey, embrace their current emptying nest, and define their Next Best Chapter with clarity, courage, and connection."
— Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer |
"Karla has cracked the code on how to prepare for Empty Nesting before our kids leave the nest.
She’s designed the road map for us to rediscover who we are and what unique gifts and talents we have to offer. She whole-heartedly reminds us the world needs our gifts and how to access them. If you have kids starting to leave the nest, this book is for you!"
New York Times Bestselling Author of, Midlife Bites: Anyone Else Falling Apart, Or Is It Just Me?
Co-Founder, The Zeal of the Heel, National USA Today 2024 Top 25 Bestselling Author of "Now. Near. Next."
— Terry Sidford |
Author, TEDx speaker, Coach, and Host of Choose Courage Podcast
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