Podcast appearances and mentions of Melissa T Shultz

Guest: Melissa T. Shultz — Writer, Editor, and Award-Winning AuthorAuthor | Melissa T. ShultzIn this uplifting episode, Dr. Lino Martinez speaks with celebrated writer and editor Melissa T. Shultz, whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, Newsweek, Parade, and more. She is the author of From Mom to Me Again and editor-at-large for Jim Donovan Literary, with over 40 edited nonfiction books published by Big Five publishers.Her newest children's book, What Will I Do If I Miss You?, was named one of the Best Kids' Books on Mental Health of 2025 by the Child Mind Institute.What We ExploreHow adults can rediscover curiosity, creativity, and a sense of playWhy connecting with our inner child supports mental health and healthy agingWays children naturally inspire mindfulness, joy, and emotional resilienceThe importance of storytelling and meaningful books for familiesMelissa's journey as a writer, editor, and creator of heart-centered storiesThis Episode Is Perfect ForListeners interested in personal growth, emotional wellness, childhood development, creativity, aging with purpose, and inspiring author interviews. #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #KidsBooks #ChildrensBookAuthor #ParentingTips #ParentingSupport #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #SeparationAnxiety #AnxietyInChildren #EmotionalWellness #MindfulParenting #KidsEmotions  #NewBookRelease #KidsBookRecommendations #ReadAloud  #AuthorInterview #PodcastInterview #InspiringConversations #PersonalGrowthPodcast #ALittleLessFearPodcast #DrLinoMartinez This is Dr. Lino Martinez the host for A Little Less Fear Podcast. For more information, please use the information below. Thanks so much for your support!Author | A Little Less FearA Little LESS FEAR Podcast (@alittlelessfearpodcast) • Instagram photos and videosLino Marinez (@alittlelessfear) TikTok | Watch Lino Marinez's Newest TikTok Videos(4) A Little Less Fear Podcast - YouTube

In this episode of the "Helping Families Be Happy" podcast, host Adina Oberman converses with Melissa T. Shultz, discussing her latest children's book, "What Will I Do if I Miss You." Melissa shares intimate details about the inspiration behind the book arising from a heartfelt moment with her son, Alex, and how it serves as a valuable tool for empowering children during transitions such as starting school. They further explore strategies on introducing this comforting technique to children and how it aids in managing concerns related to separation from parents. Both the guest and the host emphasize the importance of parent-child communication in helping children adapt confidently to new experiences. Episode Highlights 00:00:10: Introduction to the podcast and hosting guest Melissa T. Shultz. 00:01:26: Melissa expresses her delight in joining the podcast. 00:01:28: Discussion on how Melissa's book "What will I do if I Miss You" is relevant to families preparing for school. 00:01:46: Melissa explains the true story and inspiration behind her book, involving her son Alex's feelings about starting school. 00:02:50: The concept of feeling connected through a heart-beating technique is introduced as a comforting tool. 00:03:08: Adina praises the book scene that resonates with parents experiencing separation from their children. 00:04:04: Conversation continues on how Melissa invented the method of using heartbeats to connect with her son. 00:05:01: Melissa reflects on parenting and the shared strategy between parents for new experiences. 00:05:58: Adina appreciates Melissa's approach and relates it to preschool teaching experiences. 00:06:46: Adina shares a personal experience with teaching transition strategies to children. 00:08:06: Highlighting the role of the book as a recurring tool for varying life transitions in children. 00:09:05: Melissa shares how communication with teachers can be helpful to support the child's transition. 00:09:50: Emphasizing the importance of normalizing and verbalizing worries to children. 00:10:46: The practice of reminding children about their parents' presence during challenging transitions is discussed. 00:11:54: The story about Alex's adaptation to school using the signal technique is shared. 00:12:30: Adina highlights the value of special jobs and visits to classrooms to ease children into new environments. 00:14:07: Introductory moments for discussing new experiences and transitions with children are suggested. 00:15:14: Melissa shares tips to introduce comforting methods to children in a relaxed space. 00:18:02: Melissa discusses holding meaningful late-night conversations with her sons. 00:19:28: Melissa provides information on where listeners can find her work online. 00:19:59: Concluding the podcast with thanks and an invitation to join future book adventures with Familius. Key Takeaways Using simple, comforting techniques like feeling a heartbeat can ease children's worries during transitions such as starting school. Communication with educators about your child's strategies can beneficially support their adaptation process. Creating safe, calming spaces for children to express their feelings can strengthen parent-child relationships. Emphasizing clear communication and acknowledgment of children's emotions can empower them in challenging situations. Shareable Quotes "Even if Alex had not said anything to me about being worried, I think you don't know what your child's going to feel like when they approach the school." - Melissa T. Shultz "I remember saying to Alex, 'I felt you, I got your signal, did you get my signal back?' And so it was kind of playing along with that." - Melissa T. Shultz "The book serves as a valuable tool for empowering children during transitions such as beginning school." - Adina Oberman Show Notes by Barevalue.

Melissa T. Schultz is a writer and the acquisitions editor for Jim Donovan Literary, an agency that represents book authors. She's written about health and parenting for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsweek, Reader’s Digest, AARP’s The Girlfriend, Today.com, and many other publications. Her latest, From Mom to Me Again: How I Survived My First Empty-Nest Year and Reinvented the Rest of My Life, is part memoir and part self-help, filled with storytelling and interviews geared toward parents with kids in junior high and up about letting go and entering a new phase with (and without) your children under your roof. 

It’s August, and for many women, this means prepping children for college, and perhaps becoming an “empty-nester.” But how do we make the transition from years of making lunches and being needed to a much quieter existence? To help navigate this uncharted territory, Christine talks to Melissa T. Shultz, author of “From Mom to Me Again: How I Survived My First Empty-Nest Year and Reinvented the Rest of My Life.” Listen in as Melissa shares tips on how to reinvent, take stock and enjoy this bittersweet time of life.   For further information about Melissa T. Shultz, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Mom-Me-Again-Empty-Nest-Reinvented/dp/1492618438 https://parade.com/511579/parade/3-inspiring-reads/

Melissa T. Shultz​ has written about health and parenting for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsweek, Readers' Digest, AARP’s The Girlfriend, Next Avenue, NBC’s Today.com and many other publications.  She is the author of From "Mom To me Again" (How I Survived My First Empty-Nest Year and Reinvented the Rest of My Life) has some solutions for those left with an empty nest, how to survive and thrive. Nothing prepares you for your children leaving the nest.   I remember after I left home my father got choked up by the mark on our oak tree where the rope used to hang for our swing when we were growing up.   When our first two kids left the nest it was so empty at the dinner table, where we were used to lots of Laughter, stories, and antics of the day. I mourned the loss for two years   I cried when I left my youngest at kindergarten the first time I left him, because he was fine without me   I cried when we dropped our same son off to his college dorm room. When it was time to go it was all too soon. The time is over all too soon.   The thing is they will be fine without us. It is us as parents that will feel the greatest sense of loss.   Today we will bond over making peanut butter & jelly sandwiches decorated with hearts and smiley faces. How we put hearts notes in our children's lunches that said I love you. Listen to the podcast HERE   Questions Kim Asked: How do you get through the empty feeling your left with when kids leave for good? What did you do to reinvent yourself and repurpose your life? What are the common fears that women face when their kids leave the nest? Did your husband experience the same grief and how did he deal with it? When you’ve made your life about your kids  how do you figure out what your dreams are? Topics Discussed: The common fears that women face when left with an empty nest. How to transition while your kids are still in highschool to move forward smoothly.    Taking a new look at your friendships; losing old ones and developing new ones. How your relationship with your spouse will be affected. Make a list of your fears and tackle them one at a time Tweet quotes from the show: Pay it forward to other women  @melts4 @sisterhoodofsweat @chickfitstudio Writing your fears down really helps you tackle them. @melts4 @sisterhoodofsweat @chickfitstudio Make the shift from parenting to mentoring @melts4 @sisterhoodofsweat @chickfitstudio New adventures jolt you into being alive.  @melts4 @sisterhoodofsweat @chickfitstudio Being vulnerable actually draws people to you. @melts4 @sisterhoodofsweat @chickfitstudio "From Mom To Me again" Book Give Away - Leave 1 Empty Nest Tip To Enter Drawing For Melissa T' Shultz"s book and Hashtag #SisterhoodofSWEAT Get Melissa's Book - From Mom To Me  How you can stay in touch with Melissa: Facebook Twitter Instagram How you can stay in touch with Linda: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest YouTube SoundCloud   Resources Mentioned The Sisterhood of SWEAT   "Proud Sponsors of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T"   Essential Formulas   My daily energy stems from mushrooms... mushroom coffee that is! Have you checked out Four Sigmatic yet? If you want a coffee that contains superfoods and adaptogens like rhodiola, eleuthero, and schisandra to help you live a healthier, more enhanced life, then you need Four Sigmatic mushroom coffee in your daily routine! Check out their products here and be sure to let me know what you think of it!  

EPISODE 55  Reinventing Yourself As An Empty Nester with Melissa T. Shultz Melissa T. Shultz is a writer, and the acquisitions editor for Jim Donovan Literary, an agency that represents book authors. She's written about health and parenting for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsweek, Readers' Digest, AARP’s The Girlfriend, Next Avenue, NBC’s Today.com and many other publications. Her memoir/self-help book From Mom to Me Again: How I Survived My First Empty-Nest Year and Reinvented the Rest of My Life was published by Sourcebooks in 2016 and named one of “3 Inspiring Reads” by Parade.com. Prior to her freelance career, Melissa was the Director of Creative Services for a trade association in Washington, DC. Melissa recently co-founded Card Sisters, a new line of greeting cards for women. The tagline is: Women Friends Are Sisters At Heart. Topics we discuss:  The #1 thing that we are concerned with as our kids are getting ready to fly the nest  Have we done enough Melissa's different approach to the topic; empty nest Tips to help yourself transition before they head out How things were different after Melissa's two boys left for college Contact Melissa here. Find Lori here:  30-Day Alcohol-Free March Group Coaching Program  My home Instagram Email The To 50 & Beyond Facebook community    

CJ interviews author and blogger Melissa T. Shultz about her book "From Mom to Me Again". What are the 3 most important conversations you should have before your child leaves for colleges? What are the most common losses and changes you may experience? How to handle drop off at college? What will home life be like when both kids leave for college? What are the upsides of your new transition? What are some of the painful feelings you may experience? How have other women navigated this path?This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's 4PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).2

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