Send Jay comments via textResilience isn't just a helpful skill—it's essential for thriving, especially when navigating the emotional landscape of the empty nest. In this empowering episode, life strategist, bestselling author, positive psychology expert, and  motivational speaker Valorie Burton shares transformative insights from her latest book, Rules of Resilience, offering practical tools for parents to not only survive but flourish during this major life transition.We explore key concepts such as controlling what you can, finding opportunities within challenges, and understanding “growth gaps” and “energy gaps” that impact your ability to adapt. Valorie’s authenticity shines as she discusses the importance of honesty about struggles and leveraging your resources—relationships, past experiences, and inner strength—to navigate change confidently.Highlights & Key Takeaways:“Choose thoughts that strengthen you” to manage anxiety and maintain positivity.“Control the controllable and accept the rest” to focus energy effectively.“Rally your resources”: lean on relationships, experiences, and inner strength.Recognize “growth gaps” and “energy gaps” to prevent burnout.Find opportunities in every challenge to turn loss into possibility.Valorie Burton BioA renowned author, speaker, and founder of The Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, specializing in resilience and happiness. With over 15 years of research and practical experience, she has authored thirteen books including It’s About Time, Successful Women Think Differently, and Brave Enough to Succeed. She is an accomplished international speaker and life coach dedicated to empowering individuals to thrive amidst life's challenges.Her core belief is that understanding your purpose and resilience are key to living a fulfilled, authentic life. She emphasizes that resilience—the ability to adapt and bounce back from setbacks—is a skill that can be learned and cultivated. Through her work, she helps clients build this vital skill, choose meaning over urgency, and develop confidence to make bold life changes.Find Valorie Online: Pre-Order Book, Support the showBECOME A VIP SUBSCRIBER (Join Today!) Bonus Content for Subscribers Only Episode Shoutouts Thank You Emails Private Meet & Greets via Zoom + More ENJOY THE SHOW?Don’t miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts or follow on Spotify and many more. Review us on Love the Podcast, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify -- reviews and ratings help others find us and we’d appreciate your support greatly. LOVE THE SHOW?Get THIS EMPTY NEST LIFE swagCONNECT WITH JAYEmail, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok

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