We all want to be fulfilled and happy in this phase of life, but somedays it feels like we’re swimming upstream. There are a few basic things that all of us need to flourish in this phase of life, but many of us don’t know what they are. In this episode of "Life after Kids," we’re talking about the primary needs that are fundamental at all stages of life but take on particular significance now that the kids are growing up and we’re entering a new season of life. It’s important to understand and address these needs-certainty, uncertainty, significance, love and connection, growth, and contribution- so we can live a more fulfilling phase of life after our children leave the nest.
Key Takeaways:
The six primary needs discussed are certainty, uncertainty, significance, love and connection, growth, and contribution, and how they impact midlife women.
Self-awareness about which primary need is driving one's behavior can help identify areas of imbalance and lead to a more fulfilling life phase.
Practical suggestions are offered to meet each need in healthy ways, such as adopting new hobbies, taking risks, or volunteering to address the need for love and connection and contribution.
It’s important to balance between certainty and variety to avoid feelings of boredom or stagnation.
Pursuing growth and contribution can lead to deep personal fulfillment and contentment.
Navigating the complexities of 'empty nest syndrome' can be tricky. It’s important to find ways to redefine your purpose and foster growth in your daily life. Let’s find a balance between the need for stability and the desire for variety and change together. Listen to this week’s episode of Life after Kids to explore these conflicting needs and challenging emotions and get practical strategies for finding fulfillment and alignment in this phase of life.
RESOURCES:
The Find Your Purpose Quiz :
go.lifeafterkids.com/purpose-...
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ABOUT LIFE AFTER KIDS : We’re Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne, best friends and cofounders of Life after Kids, a community for midlife women seeking to make the next phase of life the best yet, with more meaning and purpose, better health, emotional balance, and natural beauty. Dr. Brooke has been working with women for over 20 years to help them live a healthier more emotionally balanced life. She has 8 years of college education, with a 4 year degree in biology and a doctorate degree. She specializes in health and wellness and has over 500 education hours in applied clinical nutrition with a focus on women's health, hormones, and digestion. She is also trained in The Enneagram. Dr. Lynne is co owner of a large health & wellness facility in the Midwest, and has been working with clients for over 20 years. She has 8 years of college education with a bachelors degree in biology & a doctorate degree. Dr. Lynne is a certified Gallup Strength Finders Coach, and she is trained in The Enneagram. She helps women understand themselves better so they can live a more meaningful, vibrant life.
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