It hits you in unexpected moments: months before the dorm drop-off, in the grocery aisle, or on a Sunday morning when the house just feels different.
In this episode, I’m talking with Allie Hill, author of The Girlfriend’s Guide to Empty Nesting. Allie and I explore what happens when your kids leave home — and how you can navigate the emotions, rediscover who you are, and begin writing the next chapter of your life.
Allie shares real stories — from tearing up over a box of Goldfish crackers to finding purpose again through coaching. Together, we talk about:
- Why this transition often begins before your child leaves home
- How to prepare emotionally (even though you can’t fully prepare)
- What it means to rebuild a sense of identity beyond motherhood
- How to hold both pride and sadness as your child grows up
- Practical ways to find joy, curiosity, and purpose in midlife
If you’re entering or already in the empty-nest years, this episode is for you. You’ll find encouragement to feel everything, space to imagine what’s next, and inspiration to build a life that fits who you’re becoming.
Connect with Allie Hill
📘 The Girlfriend’s Guide to Empty Nesting
🌐 Website: alliehillcoaching.com
📸 Instagram: @alliehillcoaching
Connect with me, Angie Mizzell
💻 angiemizzell.com
📖 Read my memoir, Girl in the Spotlight
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