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Empty Nest Joyride: Marriage, Midlife, and Embracing the Open Road

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Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (don’t forget the episode #). We read every message—even if we can’t reply!🥺

Today, we’re hopping on the back of a tandem bike and taking a joyful ride through midlife with the wonderful Linda Hanstra—author, semi-retired speech-language pathologist, and the heart behind the book Empty-Nest Joyride. 🚲

With four grown kids, two grandchildren, a love of travel and faith, and a deep appreciation for the open road (both literally and metaphorically), Linda brings a refreshing, honest, and hope-filled perspective on navigating the empty nest years with grace and intention.

In this episode, we explore how to start preparing for the empty nest season before you even get there, the importance of communication—both on the trail and in marriage—how to navigate unexpected “bumps in the road” in your relationships, and how to rediscover joy, adventure, and purpose in this new chapter of life.

So grab your helmet (or your earbuds!) and join us for an encouraging and empowering conversation about riding through midlife with joy and intention.

Your Dare for the Week ❤️

Set up regular (weekly, biweekly, monthly) dates that get you out of any rut you might be in (like dinner out or watching Netflix). Your date can be with your spouse, significant other, a friend, or even just by yourself. Some activities might push you out of your comfort zone; others are just fun things you may not have done for a while or hadn't thought of doing!

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About Linda

Linda Hanstra is a semi-retired speech-language pathologist who writes about what brings joy to her empty nest—topics like faith, family, cycling, traveling, and grandparenting. Linda is the author of two books—including her upcoming release, Empty-Nest Joyride. Linda and her husband, Tom, live in southwest Michigan and spend summers in Minnesota—their home away from home. With four adult children, a daughter-in-law, a soon-to-be son-in-law, and two adorable grandchildren, Linda is cruising along on her “empty-nest joyride!”

Connect With Linda
Website | Facebook | Instagram

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🤗 Take Jodi's Happiness Quiz and increase your level of happiness!

DISCLAIMER: The commentary and opinions available on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical, physical, or psychological advice. You should contact a trained medical professional before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine and with respect to any particular issue or problem.

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Text us 1 takeaway from this episode (don’t forget the episode #). We read every message—even if we can’t reply!🥺

Today, we’re hopping on the back of a tandem bike and taking a joyful ride through midlife with the wonderful Linda Hanstra—author, semi-retired speech-language pathologist, and the heart behind the book Empty-Nest Joyride. 🚲

With four grown kids, two grandchildren, a love of travel and faith, and a deep appreciation for the open road (both literally and metaphorically), Linda brings a refreshing, honest, and hope-filled perspective on navigating the empty nest years with grace and intention.

In this episode, we explore how to start preparing for the empty nest season before you even get there, the importance of communication—both on the trail and in marriage—how to navigate unexpected “bumps in the road” in your relationships, and how to rediscover joy, adventure, and purpose in this new chapter of life.

So grab your helmet (or your earbuds!) and join us for an encouraging and empowering conversation about riding through midlife with joy and intention.

Your Dare for the Week ❤️

Set up regular (weekly, biweekly, monthly) dates that get you out of any rut you might be in (like dinner out or watching Netflix). Your date can be with your spouse, significant other, a friend, or even just by yourself. Some activities might push you out of your comfort zone; others are just fun things you may not have done for a while or hadn't thought of doing!

Resources Referenced

About Linda

Linda Hanstra is a semi-retired speech-language pathologist who writes about what brings joy to her empty nest—topics like faith, family, cycling, traveling, and grandparenting. Linda is the author of two books—including her upcoming release, Empty-Nest Joyride. Linda and her husband, Tom, live in southwest Michigan and spend summers in Minnesota—their home away from home. With four adult children, a daughter-in-law, a soon-to-be son-in-law, and two adorable grandchildren, Linda is cruising along on her “empty-nest joyride!”

Connect With Linda
Website | Facebook | Instagram

*****************************************************************************************

🤗 Take Jodi's Happiness Quiz and increase your level of happiness!

DISCLAIMER: The commentary and opinions available on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical, physical, or psychological advice. You should contact a trained medical professional before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine and with respect to any particular issue or problem.

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