Challenges That Change Us
128 {Jo Clark} The Emotional Journey of Empty Nest Syndrome
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Trigger warning,: domestic violence
We all know I am obsessed with discussing resilience on this podcast and the many ways it can show up.
One area we haven’t really covered though is the challenge of redefining ourselves in Mid Life when we can go through some of the biggest changes of our lives. And overcoming those changes can take some real resilience.
Jo Clark is one of those really resilient people who has not only gone through it, but is now helping others to do the same. Jo's life once moved at breakneck speed. She juggled the demands of work, family, and keeping everything running smoothly. She guided her children through school, cared for dying parents, and coped with their loss. After decades of teaching, she hit burnout while also navigating the challenges of perimenopause. And amidst it all, Jo and her family moved to a new town. Now, all of her inner transformation work, decades of teaching experience, studies and mentoring expertise have all led her to create a heart-led business that supports women through this phase of life.
In this episode she shares:
- Her childhood experiences of domestic violence
- What it was like living on the land in remote Australia
- The challenge of transitioning from the land to a different lifestyle
- Her experience with empty nest syndrome and Resilience
- Why Midlife is a time for reflection and re-evaluation of one's values and life choices.
- How grief can be multi-layered and complex, and it can impact different aspects of life
Key Quotes
"Open conversations about domestic violence are crucial"
"Experiences of adversity can shape a person's resilience”
More about Jo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joclarkcoaching/
Website www.Joclarkcoaching.com
Podcast: Redefining Midlife: https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/podcast
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