Welcome to the Midlife Worthy Moms, the podcast for Graceful Empty Nesters. I'm Kim Damon, founder of Midlife Discoveries, Worthy Moms. As a certified life and Enneagram coach for moms of adults, I'm here to help you find connection with your adult kids while embarking on your journey as an empty nester mom. Let's create drama remission with your kids, step kids, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. Build a life based on grace and peace. Tune in each week for practical tips and valuable lessons on connecting with your adult children and living your best life. Together, let's transform our moments of rejection into joy and laughter.
Do your emotions about your adult child relationships feel productive when they're actually keeping you trapped? In this vulnerable episode, Kim reveals the five "sneaky indulging emotions" that masquerade as motherly concern but function like emotional quicksand.
Through personal stories and client experiences, you'll discover how doubt, overwhelm, confusion, worry, and self-pity create the illusion of progress ...
Feeling hurt, rejected, or frustrated by your grown children's choices? What if the pain you're experiencing isn't actually caused by what they're doing, but by how you're thinking about what they're doing?
In this eye-opening episode, Kim explores the powerful concept of subjective thoughts and how they shape every interaction with your adult children. Through real-life examples and practical steps, yo...
Feeling like you're walking on eggshells with your grown children? Constantly wondering if you were a "good enough" mom? In this eye-opening episode, Kim reveals the hidden truth about validation that most moms miss completely.
There are two sides to validation - one that pushes your adult children away and another that creates the deep connection you've been craving. Kim shares why seeking validation from your g...
This Father's Day, let's talk about the elephant in the room - how differently you and your husband handle conflict with your grown children. If you've ever felt frustrated because dad seems to brush off drama that keeps you up at night, or wondered why he responds so differently to your daughter versus your son, this episode is for you.
I'm sharing the real differences between how moms and dads navigate these tr...
Are you building a case against your grown child without even realizing it? In this eye-opening episode, we explore how our minds naturally look for evidence to support what we already believe—and how this can be destroying our relationships with our adult children.
Kim shares relatable examples of how we become "worry detectives," collecting proof that something is wrong while completely missing evidence that things are a...
Feeling lost in your relationship with your adult children? You're not alone. In this episode, Kim shares the mission and five core values that guide Midlife Discoveries and can transform how you show up in every relationship.
Discover why understanding your values is crucial for setting healthy boundaries and stopping the cycle of walking on eggshells around your grown kids. Kim breaks down the five core values: Love Supernatu...
Are you tired of carrying around anger about your adult child like a heavy stone in your chest? In this episode, we're talking about something most moms don't want to admit - how we accidentally feed our anger every single day, making it bigger and more consuming.
Kim shares how being consumed by resentment can actually turn into finding genuine peace. You'll discover why seeking out other angry moms actually makes th...
Continuing their candid conversation, Kim and Meghann explore deeper aspects of their relationship in this follow-up episode. They discuss their different approaches to spirituality, with Meghann sharing her recent journey toward faith after years of resistance. The conversation touches on family dynamics with in-laws, the importance of invitations even when you expect a "no," and maintaining calm during difficult convers...
In this milestone 🎉 100th episode, host Kim Damon sits down with her daughter Meghann for an intimate mother-daughter conversation about their relationship journey. Kim's "Mini Me" opens up about her favorite childhood memories, from treasured Christmas traditions with her grandmother to archery competitions that built skills she later used in the Marine Corps. They navigate tough topics like parenting differences, ...
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Join Kim, certified life coach and midlife mom mentor, for a heartfelt conversation about the challenges and unexpected joys of midlife motherhood. In this special 99th episode, Kim addresses the negative thoughts that often plague empty nest moms and offers a refreshing perspective on this transformative season o...
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When relationships with adult children become strained or distant, anger often feels like a justified response to our pain. But what if that anger is actually preventing the very connection we crave? In this heartfelt episode, Kim explores the destructive power of holding onto resentment toward our grown childr...
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In this heartfelt Easter weekend episode, Kim Damon introduces the transformative L.O.V.E. M.E.N.D.S. framework – a powerful approach for mothers struggling to connect with their adult children. Drawing from her personal journey of reconnection after years of strained relationships, Kim shares how shifting your focus from fixing your child to healing...
Do you measure your worth by how often your adult children call or visit? Do you feel a deep ache when they choose to spend holidays elsewhere? In this heart-opening episode, Kim tackles the painful misconception that our lovability depends on our grown children's ability to show us love. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, she introduces the revolutionary concept of "The Mirror Effect" – understand...
In Episode 95 of the Midlife Worthy Moms Podcast, Kim tackles the painful habit of comparison that leaves so many empty nest moms feeling inadequate and heartbroken. When we compare our relationships with our adult children to others' seemingly perfect family connections, we unknowingly damage the very relationships we long to nurture. Kim shares personal stories of falling into the comparison trap and offers five practical st...
What if the harsh way you talk to yourself is actually creating distance between you and your adult children? In this heart-opening episode, Kim reveals how our inner "mean girl" self-talk triggers anxiety, defensiveness, and disconnection in our most precious relationships. Through personal stories and practical wisdom, you'll discover how changing your inner dialogue can break the cycle of tension and misunderstand...
When distance grows between you and your adult child, finding the right words to bridge the gap can feel impossible. In this heartfelt episode, I share insights on how thoughtful, well-crafted letters can begin the healing process in strained relationships with grown children. Drawing from personal experience and coaching wisdom, I explore the importance of checking your own emotional readiness before reaching out and understanding...
Ever wonder why you feel so hurt when your adult child doesn't call? Or why you respond with silence, anger, or people-pleasing when tensions rise with your grown kids? In this eye-opening episode, Kim explores the "Toddler Brain" - those emotional patterns we developed between ages 4-7 that still drive our reactions today. Discover how your earliest beliefs affect your current relationship with adult children, why e...
Ever feel like you're the only one trying to maintain a relationship with your adult child? In this heartfelt episode, we explore how consistency in our connection efforts can slowly rebuild bridges that feel broken beyond repair. Just like a GPS doesn't abandon you when you miss a turn, you don't have to give up when reconnection gets messy. Learn how to hold two emotions at once – the pain of rejection alongside th...
In a world that jokes about men's midlife crises but overlooks women's profound midlife transitions, this episode shines a light on the unique challenges faced by moms in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. What happens when hormonal changes, empty nests, shifting family dynamics, and identity questions all collide at once? Host Kim explores the tendency for midlife moms to sideline their own emotional experiences while continuin...
In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the challenging journey of healing a mother's heart when relationships with adult children become strained. If you've ever felt the weight of anger threatening to turn into bitterness, this episode is for you. Through biblical wisdom and practical insights, we explore how to acknowledge our feelings while preventing them from creating deeper wounds. Learn how to take those firs...
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