We have Sharon Mankin back on the podcast! You all loved her wisdom and practical help the last time she was on the podcast. From the first minute to the end, you can see why Sharon is a coach to many women. She has empathy, understanding and practical tools to help us navigate challenging seasons.

This conversation is helpful to all moms in all seasons who want to “let go” of their kids in a healthy way. I am a lifelong learner and I crave wisdom from women that are ahead of me in their journey. If you are heading into the empty nester season, you will be extra encouraged by her insight, stories and tips. She reminds us that we can discover purpose beyond our parenting role. She reminds us that God is not done with us!

My favorite part is towards the end when she shares about how to know when to step in and when to stay calm and let our adult kids walk through their struggles. I will treasure this advice ahead of Ella’s college years.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Navigating empty nest stage
• Emotional journey of letting go
• How to recalibrate our expectations
• How to discover purpose beyond parenting

Enjoy!

Courtney

(03:06) Navigating the Empty Nest Stage

(05:56) Emotional Journey of Letting Go

(08:57) Recalibrating Expectations with Independence

(12:00) Understanding Codependency and Communication

(15:01) Finding Joy in the Transition

(17:56) Personal Growth and Rediscovering Identity

(21:38) Discovering Purpose Beyond Parenting

(24:51) The Importance of Disruption for Growth

(25:35) Balancing Support and Independence in Parenting

(28:40) Emotional Strength and Empathy in Parenting

(30:39) Creative Ways to Love Your Kids from a Distance

(37:50) Encouragement and Connection in Parenting

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