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Open vs. Empty Nest (Episode 1)
The Open Nesters
01/28/21 • 23 min
Open vs. Empty Nest (Podcast Episode 1)
In their premier episode the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of an Open vs. Empty Nest. They explore what is calling us, in order to tap into and reinvent our original or new passions, including following our curiosity to new adventures, living arrangements, investment in relationships and our sexuality. Topics of the podcast are discussed so that we open doors to the choices we make as we write Act III, the final (and hopefully, best) chapter of our lives once our kids leave, or begin leaving, the familial nest.
Open Nesters Podcast
We hope that our podcast opens a window into what is possible at this transitional and tender stage of life, encouraging you to look beyond the emptiness and toward what this period can OPEN up in your life. Together we explore relationships with our adult, millennial kids in parallel to reclaiming a passion for living and a passionate sex life, and so much more. We interview individuals & couples regarding new creative and spiritual journeys, intellectual and physical adventure, new careers & hobbies, intimacy, fantasy and true love, eroticism, and even kink as some of our topics.
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
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- ask to join and we’ll let you in
Open vs. Empty Nest: A Relevant Resource for You
If you enjoyed our first podcast episode you might like this: Death Sex & Money Podcast
About Death Sex & Money
A podcast hosted by Anna Sale about the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation.
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01/13/22 • 71 min
Reframing Relationships with Sabrina and Seth
(The Open Nesters Podcast Season 2 | Episode 49)
Commitment and Obligation in Reframing Relationships[Tessa] Twists and Turns. Side to Side. Front to Back. The path that Sabrina and Seth have been on is somewhat mind-boggling. They each divorced. They each have children. They each embrace open relationships. They are married and they live a thousand miles apart. Think that through for a second... then you might think any working relationship would simply be impossible under these circumstances. Then listen to Sabrina and Seth peel back the layers of their remarkable relationship.
Seth’s Categories of Expectations[Tessa] Seth shared his headlines about expectations, general principles, that people can think about related to a functional relationship.
- Give Only What You Are Comfortable Giving
- Always Be Grateful for What the Other Person Gives
- Recognize The Process (the Relationship) is Voluntary by Both Parties
- Help Each Other Find Their Optimal Position by Being Honest and Supportive
- If Incompatibilities Prevent Both Sides from Reaching Equilibrium, Respectfully Walk Away
Understanding our own expectations helps us define the criteria of what we seek in a relationship. They are not judgments of someone else’s capacity in a given area; they are simply what works best for us.
- Intellectual Engagement. Do you seek to discuss, debate, and engage in the art of conversation? Long walks and discussions, or outings to museums? Or are you more about companionable silence? Either way, we tend to have expectations around how we engage intellectually. For me personally, intellectual engagement is a must-have (as one might conclude after reading this very writing). If someone is unable to meet my expectations around conversations, topics, and intellectual pursuits, I have a hard time imaging much compatibility or connection.
- Emotional Intensity. Are you looking for an emotional connection, a way to create shared experiences that tie you together? Or are you wanting drama-free engagement?
- Physical Attraction. For some people, physical attraction is an important factor if there is to be intimacy, but this is not necessarily expected in friendships.
- Levels of Intimacy. These are the expectations of how much, and whether or not physical or intimate contact takes place in a relationship. Intimacy does not necessarily mean sexual intercourse. If, on the other hand, there is sexual intercourse, this is where sexual expectations, practices, and preferences would be negotiated.
- Time Frame. This is the expectation about how long the relationship could or should last. One’s family is there for life, and similarly, some friendships last a lifetime. Conversely, there can be fleeting moments, chance encounters, fortuitous meetings.
- Levels of Responsibility. This has to do with how much responsibility is expected in a given relationship, and is particularly important when it comes to family and spouses or partners. Is there an expectation of co-parenting or being a parental figure? Elderly care? Life or death matters? In other relationships, maybe this expectation is more around having a confidante for personal matters. Or just someone to pick you up at the airport.
An Excerpt from the Interview
[Seth] On the Nature of Relationships: What is it that’s real here? That’s truly important. And what is it that we’re kind of arbitrarily putting into things? The expectations that we put in there because we see other people do it. We saw our parents do it, and therefore that’s the way relationships are supposed to be. So we throw in these rules and then get disappointed and resentful when other people don’t meet them without really understanding what the rules we’re actually are to begin with.
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
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- ask to join and we’ll let you in
OBLIGATION IS THE WEAPONIZATION OF COMMITMENT
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Language of the Soul (Laura Campbell Episode 12)
The Open Nesters
04/15/21 • 45 min
Language of the Soul (Laura Campbell)
(The Open Nesters Episode 12)
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Open NestersLanguage of the Soul - Laura CampbellOpen NestersLanguage of the Soul - Laura CampbellOpen NestersLanguage of the Soul - Laura CampbellIn this Episode 12 we meet Laura Campbell.
Laura helps us look at the spiritual essence of our years after 50 when we have the time and space to be still for a while, rather than always do. I (Tessa) was so delighted to do this interview. Laura is a Certified Life Coach, and is a transition and leadership strategist. Laura has an MBA from NYU and is a widely published writer having been published in such publications as The Huffington Post and Medium.
I watched and witnessed Laura’s journey for many years, observing her grow in her wisdom. I wanted to call this episode “growing our wisdom muscle.” And I am so excited for you to hear the incredible knowledge and wisdom from this very special lady.
A few thoughts from Laura
The fastest thing way to get want you want is to let go of what you don’t.
We are always at the starting line: there actually is no finish line.
I have downsized homes more than once. I have gotten rid of 80% of the stuff that I’ve every known, which was incredibly liberating.
I want to shift the conversation on how we view the different stages of aging.
There have been many of life’s milestones in my life that all seemed to happen early in my life. Marriage, kids, divorce and a second long-term relationship – all well before I was 50 years old.
My “wisdom” come from my ability to understand my various life transitions.
Remember Her?
I specialize in extraordinary communication, inspiring courage, resilience and the vision for what’s possible, and designing plans for empowered and intentional action.
Simple, simpler, simplest is my mantra; together we will turn complexity into opportunity.
I will never leave you asking “What am I supposed to do next?”
I believe in your higher purpose and unlimited potential, no obstacle will stop you from achieving your goals.
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
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- ask to join and we’ll let you in
Laura’s Blog: New & Next
There are two words that I believe hold women back more than any others; “sure” and “fine”.
In fact, I find these words cringeworthy.
They are cop outs, cover ups and almost always, total bullshit. They are what women often say when they are not comfortable speaking their truth; when they are afraid to say what they really want.
The problem with using these words, is that they prevent you from doing and becoming what you truly desire and ultimately lead you to mediocrity in your life and career. A few years back, I broke up with mediocrity, I had had enough.
Read Laura’s blog here: New & Next
These Two Words Have to Go
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The Humor in Aging, Sex and the Husband Equivalent with Joyce Saltman (Season 2 | Episode 60)
The Open Nesters
03/30/22 • 46 min
The Humor in Aging, Sex and the Husband Equivalent with Joyce Saltman
(Season 2 | Episode 60)
[Tessa] Aging. How funny! Right? It’s funny, curious, puzzling, and delightful to gain wisdom and knowledge as we age. Our guest this week has spent a lot of time considering the humor in aging. And in particular The Humor in Aging, Sex, and the Husband Equivalent.
Joyce has a lot of funny things to say throughout this interview. And you will laugh at her wry observations on life and aging. That said she has such insights. One of my favorites: “Don’t spend your life trying not to die.”
Husband Equivalent?... you say? Yep. Dive into the episode above. It is a very stimulating conversation on The Open Nesters Podcast.
About Joyce SaltmanJoyce Saltman is a Professor Emeritus of Special Education at Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT. She chose to receive her doctoral degree from Columbia because she loved the color of their doctoral gown. It was no small feat that she was able to persuade her mentor to allow her to write her dissertation on “Humor in Adult Learning.” She also holds four graduate degrees in the fields of Special Education and Counseling. Joyce’s innovative teaching style has led to the development of a graduate course entitled. “The Enhancement of Learning Through Humor,” as well as a summer institute called, “Healing, Education Laughter and Play (HELP).”
Her experience in the areas of education, therapy, and comedy has provided an outstanding background for her research on “The Therapeutic Value of Laughter.” Since 1983, when Joyce began lecturing on “Laughter,” she has been interviewed by national radio and TV. Her dynamic seminars and articles, always peppered with humor, address such topics as dealing with difficult people, laughter as therapy, parenting, and relationships. Her goal is to enlighten, educate, and entertain while the audience laughs. Joyce has been speaking on “Laughter” and related uplifting topics since 1983, and hopes to be able to die laughing – but not too soon!!!
Joyce is the 2015 recipient of the Doug Fletcher Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for the Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH). She also is the first winner of the Outstanding Faculty Award from the Academy for Continuing Education, (ACE) Boynton Beach, FL, as well as the 2015 First prize joke-telling award from the International Society for Humor Studies (ISHS).
As a result of her speaking engagements, she has so far been able to donate over one million dollars to her favorite various charities. Intermittently referred to as the “Guru of Laughter,” and “The Chubby Broad from Brooklyn, Joyce helps people lighten up wherever she goes!
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
-
- ask to join and we’ll let you in
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Infidelity and the Empty Nest | Gordon & Jenn (S4 | E154)
The Open Nesters
02/18/24 • 41 min
Infidelity, and the Empty Nest
with Gordon & Jenn (Season 4 | Episode 154)
[Tessa] In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we hear from Jenn and Gordon as they share their journey from swinging lifestyles to polyamory. They discuss the importance of communication, honesty, and setting boundaries as they navigate blended families and transition into an open relationship. Jenn and Gordon highlight the growth in their relationship, self-discovery, and the support of a community. Hosts Amir and Tessa reflect on the significance of communication and community in unconventional relationships, offering resources for those exploring different relationship dynamics.
TIME-CODE
0:13:11 Jenn and Gordon’s Background and Relationship Journey0:17:28 Navigating Relationships with Children Around
0:27:42 Overcoming Personal Challenges in Open Relationships
0:34:28 Importance of Communication and Effort in Open Relationships
0:37:03 The Authenticity of Jenn and Gordon’s Story
0:39:27 Encouraging Audience Engagement and Resources on Open Relationships
Gordon & Jenn talk about their background, navigating blended families, and transitioning into an open relationship as they became empty nesters. They discuss the importance of communication, honesty, and setting boundaries to maintain a strong connection and trust within their relationship. Jen and Gordon share insights on discovering new aspects of themselves sexually, growth in their relationship, and the significance of having a supportive community. They emphasize the need for continuous effort, understanding, and being open-minded in exploring different relationship dynamics.
To sum up, Amir and I reflect on the guests’ openness, vulnerability, and the importance of communication and community in unconventional relationships.
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
About Tessa
Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.
Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.
Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives.
Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:
What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE...
Adventure
Freedom of Expression
Exploration and Fun
Body Movement
New circles of friends
Deep love relationships
Pat Whitty, Modern Elder (Episode 32)
The Open Nesters
09/02/21 • 50 min
Pat Whitty, Modern Elder
(The Open Nesters Episode 32)
Welcome to this week’s podcast! We have a very special interview for you, with a “modern elder” named Pat Whitty. This remarkable septuagenerian (age 78) is the very picture of an Open Nester. Life changes, career changes, finding great meaning in his life in his Act IIl (or as Pat calls it ‘Chapter Four’) define this fascinating man.
Pat is an alumnus and community leader of an organization called M|E|A The Modern Elder Academy. This organization is in Baja, California and is positioned as a “mid-life business school.” People “connect with their wisdom” during two week visits to their campus. It’s about finding your path in your next chapter of life.
Pat Whitty calls himself a Modern Elder Whisperer. Through his own study of health, aging, and his own transition to a Modern Elder, Pat has a unique understanding of the emotional and psychological needs of elders.
Pat recently left his position as the Dean of the School of Business at a San Antonio university to pursue a new career as a Health and Life Transition Coach helping people in midlife and beyond write the next chapter of their life.
He has a Master’s Degree in Organizational Development from Incarnate Word University. He was manager of Leadership and Management Training at Chase Bank for 10 years.
Pat is the president of the Rotary Club of San Antonio at the Dominion.
More About Pat
Pat has been in this space for a long time. He owned the Dale Carnegie Training franchise in South Texas for most of his life. There they focused on personal development, communication skills, leadership, and management. Most recently he found himself to be the dean at a school of business in San Antonio, TX. He observed his life there. Private parking space, prestige, responsibility. Yet he was mostly just answering emails all day long where the dialogue was mostly about “CYA... covering your ass.” THIS was not how Pat wanted to spend the rest of his days. He made a decision to leave that big job... voluntarily... at age 78!! At this age that is most certainly a “bridge burned!”
Pat formed his company “Chapter Four Coaching.” The name comes from Pat’s mom’s advice:
Chapter One: “Get a Good Education”
Chapter Two: “Find a Real Good Job with a Real Good Company”
Chapter Three: “Retire and Live Happily Every After”
For Pat it’s all about Chapter Four.
My old self stalks me
Like a jilted lover
Keeping me from the new person
I’m eager to discover
That person did not make me happy
Yet it is still pulling on me
The security of misery
Is keeping me from being free
Am I Vladimir or Estragon
Waiting for Godot
Wasting my life away
In search of someone I don’t know
I’m hearing the call
Ready for the adventure
Can’t cross the threshold
Until I find a mentor
Why am I afraid of uncertainty
Seduced by the illusion of knowing
It’s all in the past
Keeping me from growing
The whales in the ocean
Come up for air
Their water spouts telling me
They know it will be there
What should I do
As I hang in mid-air
Let go. Let go
Trust that it will be there
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
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- ask to join and we’ll let you in
Resources from Pat Whitty
About Motherhood with Tessa
The Open Nesters
05/11/23 • 13 min
About Motherhood
with Tessa
(Season 3 | Episode 117)
[TESSA] With Mother’s Day in the Air...
I want to focus attention on the state of motherhood in the open-nester stage of life. How can we not let our own scars get in the way of our relationships with our children? And how can we let our children lead their own lives (with a sense of our own detachment) while caring for them in a new supporting way (maintaining our attachment).
I believe as I grow older I do grow wiser. And I want to reference Michelle Obama’s two books: Becoming & The Light We Carry. She has so much to say that I can relate to.
Also I have learned to embrace a new level of surrender to mother earth and nature. I continue to learn that I am not in control of everything in my life. I learn to let go and allow for the universe to do at least some of the work in making connections for me.
More Episodes about Adult Children and Us
Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161)
Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.
Read moreBolder and Older with Carl Honoré (Episode 17)
Bolder and Older with Carl Honoré. The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, welcome a truly remarkable author and speaker.
Read moreThe Precipice of Readiness (Season 3 | Episode 127)
The Precipice of Readiness with Nancy Colier (Season 3 | Episode 127) | Now in Season Three | The Open Nesters Podcast
Read moreShift the Course with Brian and Luke (Season 2 | Episode 72)
Shift the Course. A father and son have an open conversation – right on the air – about their roles in their ever-changing relationship.
Read moreKids, Identity and Thanksgiving (S3 | E143)
Kids, Identity and Thanksgiving. They’re coming home soon from college, or life, this time of year. Are we ready?? !!
Read moreLate Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137)
Late Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137) It’s Q&A time with Tessa and Amir. And – I have to say, Amir was amazingly open!!
Read more10/27/22 • 43 min
The Midlife Whisperer
with Dr. Ellen Albertson (Season 2 | Episode 90)
[Tessa] I am very excited to share this interview with you today with Dr. Ellen Albertson. Ellen is post-divorce with adult children. She is an Open Nester who is having the “time of her life,” even though she was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Thankfully it is in remission!
“Midlife can be challenging,” but Ellen is just tackling life as it comes her way.
And she has this super-organic life, living on a 10-acre island in the middle of Lake Champlain. How about that!! ?? Jump in and listen to this oh-so-positive lady inspire you.
About Dr. Ellen Albertson
Dr. Ellen is a psychologist, registered dietician, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Reiki master, and Mindful Self-compassion teacher. Known as The Midlife WhispererTM, she helps women transform themselves so they have energy, confidence and clarity to make their best chapter their best chapter.
Known as The Midlife WhispererTM, Dr. Ellen is a Psychologist, Registered Dietitian, Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Mindful Self-compassion Teacher, and Author.
Author & Speaker
An author, inspirational speaker and expert on women’s wellbeing, Dr. Ellen has appeared on Extra, the Food Network and NBC World News and has been quoted in Psychology Today, Eating Well and USA Today. She has written five books and articles for SELF, Better Homes & Gardens and Good Housekeeping. Her latest book is: Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter.
Dr. Ellen brings over 25 years of counseling, coaching and healing experience to her holistic practice and transformational work.
LEARN ABOUT DR. ELLEN’S WORKBelow are snippets and links to our most recent Soulful & Spiritual episodes.
“Embracing Aging: Ashton Applewhite on Fighting Ageism, Wisdom, and the Joys of Act III“Embracing Aging: Ashton Applewhite on Fighting Ageism, Wisdom, and the Joys of Act III. THE OPEN NESTERS PODCAST.
April 10, 2025Reflections on Transcendence and Growth (S5 | E176)Reflections on Transcendence and Growth. Open nesting, redefining this phase of life as a vibrant stage filled with new adventures.
January 16, 2025The Emotional Path with Dr. Dawson Church (S4 | E173)An enlightening conversation with Dr. Dawson Church, a leading expert on the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and neuroscience.
November 14, 2024A 30 Day Boyfriend, A Journey of Sobriety, and Beyond with Wanda and ChristopherThe Open Nesters Podcast: Wanda Christopher share their journey and work in healing, recovery, and transformation. A 30 Day Boyfriend.
July 31, 2024Mothering Love and Success Part Two (S4 | E162)Mothering Love and Success PART TWO (S4 | E162) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.
June 6, 2024Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161)Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.
May 22, 2024Walking for Comfort, Vitality, and Inspiration (S4 | E159)I am so...
The Bed Hoppers (Episode 19)
The Open Nesters
06/03/21 • 41 min
The Bed Hoppers
The World of Mr. and Mrs. H (The Open Nesters Episode 19)
From Across the Pond, Episode 19
Mr. and Mrs. H. are swingers. And they are charming. And sweet. And they are desperately in love... with each other.
HOW DOES THAT WORK? !!It takes togetherness. It takes constant communication. It takes mutual understanding.
Mr. and Mrs. H. were so much fun to meet on our podcast interview. They have their own podcast, in fact, called the Bed Hoppers... so they were certainly ready for Tessa and me.
We discussed the fun and excitement as well as a few difficult moments, when Mrs. H. was definitely “not o.k.” And we learned how they made it through those challenging moments.
The Cuddle
We learned that even for those who communicate as well as Mr. and Mrs. H. do, a simple cuddle can be the cause of consternation. Yes... a cuddle. As you will hear in this episode sometimes intimacy that is not “intimacy” may lead to problems.
The Kids Find Out
The Message: Put Your Trust in Your FamilyThe adult children recognized that their parents were heading off every other weekend to meet people the kids did not know. And then... weighty suspenseful music... swingers cards were found by the kids. While the reactions of each of the two children was quite different, it was the fact that the parents were “sneaking around” that was the problem... not really the swinging.
15 Minutes of Fame
A TV company in the UK got in touch with Mr. and Mrs. H. about a documentary they were doing on a swingers club. And so... Mr. and Mrs. H. decided to go on television to talk about the swinging community. The wanted to give their community a good name. They did not want “some idiots” representing the many people about which they had such a high opinion.
The TV show came out in August of 2020 and it was a pretty good representation of people and their journeys in that lifestyle. While it may have focused a bit much on the travails of the subjects vs. the joy of their journeys, in the end Mr. and Mrs. H. were pleased with that experience.
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
-
- ask to join and we’ll let you in
Swinging Resources
A Swinging Resource from Tessa
If you find this concept of swinging intriguing, then I want to recommend a book for you:
Tessa and Amir Season 5 (S5 | E175)
The Open Nesters
01/01/25 • 17 min
Tessa and Amir Season 5
(Season 5 | Episode 175)
[Tessa] In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we continue to reimagine open nesting as we reflect on our journey into Season 5.
Open nesting, a mindset that embraces new adventures, relationships, and passions, rather than viewing an empty nest as a loss.
Join us, Tessa and Amir, as we explore how we have navigated the past year, celebrating the milestones and the insightful conversations that have enriched our lives.
As we wind down Season 4 and look ahead to 2025, we share the excitement of our growth and connection with our audience. We’ve explored a variety of meaningful topics that resonate particularly with women in our community. From the nuances of mothering ourselves to navigating the joys and challenges of aging, we reflect on how these conversations have illuminated our paths. Our discussions have also touched on the complex facets of sexuality and relationship dynamics, as we’ve sought to encourage openness in love and intimacy.
This episode serves as an introspective moment where we celebrate the connections we’ve made—both with our guests and each other. We reminisce about impactful episodes focused on trust, slowing down our fast-paced lives, and the essence of being fully present. We’ve learned that rather than racing toward milestones, it’s essential to cherish each moment as it comes, creating new memories as we actively engage with our relationships, families, and even strangers in our day-to-day lives.
Looking forward, we introduce our vision for the upcoming season, which will focus on the next phase of our journey as open nesters. We aim to highlight couples who are exploring this new chapter together, sharing their experiences of maintaining individual identity while nurturing their partnership. We will also embrace travel as a theme—discussing the joys of spontaneous trips, meaningful retreats, and how exploring new places can breathe excitement into our relationships.
As we integrate our evolving personal journeys into our podcast, we also highlight the importance of community. We love that the concept of an open nest can serve as a platform for support, exploration, and connection. We’ll be welcoming experts and their insights on interpersonal dynamics and self-care.
As we wrap up this episode, we emphasize the power of language and intention in relationships, sharing how acknowledging each other as “beloved” has transformed our communication and fostered deeper connections. The year ahead offers a blank slate filled with potential, and we invite our listeners to reflect on their intentions for this new chapter in their lives.
We encourage you to connect with us, share your thoughts, and engage with our content on social media, as we are excited to expand The Open Nesters community. Subscribe to our podcast to stay updated on our journey, and join us as we navigate this path of openness together. Season 5 is set to be a transformative chapter, filled with exploration and inspiration—stay tuned for all the adventures to come!
Resources for You
We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness, relationship fluidity in the empty nest, and other topics of interest:
The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group
About Tessa
Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.
Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.
Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives.
Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:
What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE...
- Adventure
- Freedom of Expression
- Exploration and Fun
- Body Movement
- New circles of friends
- Deep love relationships
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Open Nesters have?
The Open Nesters currently has 185 episodes available.
What topics does The Open Nesters cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Relationships and Sexuality.
What is the most popular episode on The Open Nesters?
The episode title 'Open vs. Empty Nest (Episode 1)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Open Nesters?
The average episode length on The Open Nesters is 42 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Open Nesters released?
Episodes of The Open Nesters are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Open Nesters?
The first episode of The Open Nesters was released on Jan 3, 2021.
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