Episode Summary

As an empty nester, you may be considering downsizing your home. It’s a huge decision—one that’s full of emotions, financial considerations, and logistical challenges. In this episode, we talk about how to navigate this major life change as a couple and a family.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The Emotional Toll: Why it's okay to grieve the loss of your home and how to make sure your adult children feel heard in the process.

• The Financial Reality Check: The hidden costs of downsizing you need to consider and how to budget for a smoother transition.

• The Practical Game Plan: How to go from chaos to clarity with a simple strategy for decluttering and deciding what to keep, sell, or donate.

Free Resource: Download our free downsizing checklist to help you start your journey from an old house to a new home. [Link Here]

The kids are gone. Now what? Many couples face a period of rediscovery after the children leave home, but it doesn't have to lead to a lack of connection. In this episode, we talk about how to reignite the romance in your marriage by making time for creative and intentional date nights.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The "Co-Conspirator" Date: Transform a chore into an adventure by visiting a farmer's market and building a meal together on the spot.

• Recreating a "First": Take a walk down memory lane by recreating your first date, first meal together, or another significant memory.

• The "Adventure Jar": Take the pressure out of planning by brainstorming fun ideas together and pulling one out when you need a spontaneous date night.

• Learning a New Skill: Take a class together or learn a new hobby side by side.

• The Surprise Date: Take turns planning a mystery date for each other to bring excitement and anticipation back into your relationship.

Get our Free Date Night Ideas Here: https://www.lovehowdeep.com/date-night-ideas

Episode Summary

Just because the kids are gone doesn’t mean travel is easy! In this episode, we're sharing our best tips for empty nest couples who are ready to start traveling again—this time, just the two of you. We're pulling from our own 11 years of experience and sharing what we’ve learned, from balancing a meticulous planner with an easygoing wanderer to handling unexpected travel issues without a fight.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The Planning Power Play: How to balance your personality types for a trip that works for both of you.

• Mastering the Budget: Why having a clear budget and playing to each other's strengths can prevent major disagreements.

• The Art of Flexibility: What to do when things go wrong and why it's a test of your communication skills.

• Making Every Moment Count: The most important tip of all—how to reconnect as a couple on vacation without distractions.