EPISODE · Sep 11, 2025 · 31 MIN
Episode 71-Finding Joy in the Empty Nest: Discover Purpose and Passion in the Next Phase of Life
from HomeWord with Jim Burns · host Jim Burns
When the kids leave home, it’s easy to feel a mix of sadness, uncertainty, and even excitement. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns unpacks the reality of empty nest syndrome and offers practical steps to help you thrive—not just survive—this new season. With wisdom, humor, and compassion, he shares survey questions to gauge where you’re at emotionally, plus guidance for rekindling passion in your marriage, rediscovering your purpose, and investing in what matters most. Whether you’re grieving the quiet house or ready to embrace fresh opportunities, this conversation will help you find joy, connection, and meaning in the empty nest years.The Empty Nest Syndrome Quiz: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/the-empty-nest-change-and-loss-are-deeply-connected-2/ Finding Joy in the Empty Nest by Dr. Jim Burns: https://homeword.com/product/finding-joy-in-the-empty-nest-discover-purpose-and-passion-in-the-next-phase-of-life/ Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together: https://homeword.com/product/closer/ HomeWord Website: https://homeword.com/HomeWord YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homewordJim Burns’ Blog: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/HomeWord+ Online Courses: https://homeword.com/homeword-plus/Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Season Podcast with Paige Clingenpeel: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2271776 Order Jim’s Books:Doing Life With Your Adult Childrenhttps://homeword.com/product/dlwac-book/ Finding Joy in the Empty Nesthttps://homeword.com/product/finding-joy-in-the-empty-nest-discover-purpose-and-passion-in-the-next-phase-of-life/ A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Bodyhttps://homeword.com/product/students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/ Keywords/Hashtags#HomeWord #JimBurns #EmptyNest #AdultChildren #Parenting #Marriage #Husband #Wife #Faith #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail
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When the kids leave home, it’s easy to feel a mix of sadness, uncertainty, and even excitement. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns unpacks the reality of empty nest syndrome and offers practical steps to help you thrive—not just survive—this new season. With wisdom, humor, and compassion, he shares survey questions to gauge where you’re at emotionally, plus guidance for rekindling passion in your marriage, rediscovering your purpose, and investing in what matters most. Whether you’re grieving the...
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