Beyond Empty Nest: Daughter Lessons & the Dare to Do Happy with Bernadette Bowman

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In this heartwarming and truth-filled episode, Jodi Silverman sits down with lawyer, author, and proud mom Bernadette Bowman to explore the wisdom behind her book, Daughter Lessons. What starts as a conversation about parenting and passing on values turns into a soul-stirring exploration of self-discovery, happiness, and the power of personal reinvention in midlife.

From truth and pride to dreaming big and “doing happy,” Bernadette’s reflections — many drawn from her essays — offer a gentle nudge to reconnect with yourself and dare to live more fully.

💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why journaling one question changed Bernadette’s life
• The difference between being happy and doing happy — and why it matters
• How her daughters became the inspiration behind her dreams
• A new way to approach the holiday season (spoiler: it involves sparkly shoes and zero guilt)
• Why pride isn't a dirty word — and how to reclaim it

💡 Quotes to Remember:

“Nobody’s going to rescue you — you have to be the hero of your own life.”
“When we are happy, we give the people around us permission to be happy.”
“Doing happy is about energy. It’s about doing things that light you up — right now.”

📚 Resources & Links:

• Bernadette’s book: Daughter Lessons on Amazon
• Get the Wheel of Life Workbook: Click here
• Take the Happy in Midlife Quiz: Click here

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