The Almost Empty Nest—Letting Go, Redefined: Parenting Teens and Finding Yourself Again—with Small Jar Coach
Master Coach Jennifer CollinsAre you stuck between wanting to guide your teen or college kid and knowing it’s time to start letting go? Welcome to The Almost Empty Nest Podcast, where moms of teens and college kids reframe what ‘letting go’ really means and stop second-guessing themselves to feel more connected, confident, and at peace in this chapter of motherhood. Each week, you’ll learn how to: • Break free from mindset tr... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 287 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingEducationKids & FamilySelf-Improvement | |||
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How many times have you felt clear about a decision as a mom, only to watch that confidence disappear the moment your big kid became upset?
As we parent teens and navigate the empty nest, our kids’ disapproval can feel like evidence that we’re setti... more
Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your teen thinking, Did any of that even register?
Maybe you set a boundary, explain why you’re worried, or tell them how much something hurt you… and all you get back is a shrug, an eye roll, or a ... more
Have you ever been surprised by how much a late text, an eye roll, a messy kitchen, or a kid who barely talks to you can get under your skin?
Sometimes the behavior itself isn’t really the whole story.
In this episode, I’m exploring the invisible c... more
What happens when the role that gave your life so much structure, purpose, and meaning starts to change?
In this episode, I’m talking about the identity shift so many moms experience while parenting teens, launching big kids, and moving toward the e... more
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- Spot on!
Great insight and advice. I can relate to 90% of what she talks about. Thank you for helping me through all the difficult times.
Apple Podcasts5CoFo123
United States24 days ago - God Send
This podcast has been a God send for me. The podcast host understands your feelings and doesn’t make you feel guilty for having them. She also understands how frustrating and difficult it is to communicate with teenagers. Other podcasts I listened to inferred that I wasn’t trying hard enough to connect and communicate with my teen as though I hadn’t been struggling to do so. Thank you, thank you for this excellent podcast!
Apple Podcasts5Talie Ann BridgetUnited States2 months ago - My Lifeline
This has been a lifeline for me as I am trying to navigate the empty nest season with both my kids at the same time. It’s harder than I ever imagined and this podcast helps me recenter and be the mom my kids need now.
Apple Podcasts5R. WatkinsUnited States5 months ago - Great
She has a fantastic presentation style and content. I have found the advice very helpful as my kid turned adult.
Apple Podcasts5yhvfrdax
Canada7 months ago - Not Fluff!
This was so wonderful to find!! I just listened to the mindset episodes and this is such practical and powerful advice and information!! Thank you!!
Apple Podcasts5miscourt5United States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #64 | United States/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #226 | United States/Kids & Family |
Apple Podcasts | #85 | Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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Apple Podcasts | #94 |  Denmark/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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The show centers on letting go and redefining motherhood during the teen and college-age years. Episodes blend coaching-oriented mindset shifts with practical boundaries, presence, and self-discovery to help moms navigate the empty-nest transition, reduce anxiety, and stay connected with their kids. A recurring emphasis on coaching programs and self-work suggests a blend of empathetic storytelling and actionable guidance, making it helpful for listeners seeking peace, purpose, and stronger relationships with their children and themselves. A notable throughline is reframing control and fear into presence and boundary-setting, often inviting listeners to explore longer-form coaching offerings like Mom 2.0 and related programs.
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