Navigating The Empty Nest with Suzy Mighell

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The silence after the kids move out can be louder than the chaos that came before. We sit down with Suzy from Empty Nest Blessed to unpack what really helps in that moment: reclaiming identity, building purpose you actually want, and navigating adult children with trust and respect. Suzy’s story blends warmth, faith, and straight-talking practicals, making the path feel clear even when emotions are messy.

We start with the foundation: who you are beyond the role of mum. Suzy shares a simple exercise to ask ten people for three words that describe you. The responses can reframe your strengths and point you toward work, service, or creativity that fits. From there, we get tactical: a three-list reset to separate what you need to do from what you want to do, plus a counterintuitive move that works wonders: book a one-week getaway within two months of becoming an empty nester. Step back, lower the noise, plan with intention.

The heart of the conversation tackles the toughest transition: shifting from managing your kids to mentoring when asked. We break down why unsolicited advice undermines confidence, how to keep the welcome mat out while keeping your mouth closed, and how to set healthy boundaries with boomerang kids who return home. 


Suzy also speaks candidly about fear (of aging, of tech, of asking for what you’re worth) and how small, steady actions rebuild courage. We talk marriage-first rhythms, date nights that model stability, and choosing purpose that fits your season, whether that’s learning, travelling, serving, or starting something new.


Connect with Suzy at emptynestblessed.com or on her Instagram @emptynestblessed (https://www.instagram.com/emptynestblessed/)

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