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The Revolving Decade: Reframing The Empty Nest

Kari Cardinale & Barbara Waxman

Join Kari Cardinale and MEA master faculty Barbara Waxman to explore the new world of empty nesting. It’s not a syndrome anymore and it certainly is lasting a lot longer than most parents realize. Join us to explore this very special transition with its many ups and downs as a great opportunity for transformation and regeneration


September 13, 2024 11:00 AM PT 02:00 PM ET

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Kari Cardinale

Chief Content Officer & Partner | MEA

Kari Cardinale is MEA’s Chief Content Officer & Partner who has developed all of our online programs. She is an expert in the longevity industry, a social entrepreneur, expert facilitator, and developer of “digital intimacy” tools to build meaningful connections and global communities.

Barbara Waxman

MS, MA Gerontologist, author of Middlescence, executive coach

Barbara Waxman is a masterful coach, life stage expert and gerontologist and empowers adults in midlife to thrive personally and professionally. She is an Advisory Council Member for the Stanford Center on Longevity and Stanford Lifestyle Medicine, an angel investor in the longevity space, and a three-time author.

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Who Am I Now? Clarity and Freedom to Thrive

Jill Nykoliation & Derek Gehl
May 1, 2025 1:30 PM PT 04:30 PM ET

After decades of moving at a million miles an hour – striving, building, compromising, accomplishing – have you paused to reflect on who you truly are now?

Join host Derek Gehl for an illuminating conversation with human insight specialist and award-winning business leader and brand strategist Jill Nykoliation. From guiding global brands to coaching executives through pivotal life transitions, Jill brings a unique perspective on identity and reinvention.

Just a few things we’ll explore:

  • The Science of Identity – what research tells us about shedding outdated versions of ourselves
  • The Midlife Opportunity – why this stage offers unique potential for transformation
  • The Liberation of Clarity – how defining who you are now creates freedom to thrive

Whether you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, seeking greater purpose, or simply curious about the next chapter of your life – you’ll leave this live chat with practical insights and renewed excitement about who you’re becoming.

Crossroads & Classics: Navigating Transitions with Art & Literature

David Carl, Dr. Claudia Hauer, Mary Hofstedt & Kari Cardinale
May 6, 2025 1:00 PM PT 04:00 PM ET

Join host Kari Cardinale for a warm and enlightening conversation with St. John’s faculty David Carl and Claudia Hauer, alongside MEA facilitator Lead Mary Hofstedt. Together, they’ll explore how classics, art, and poetry light our path through life’s transitions in this special MEA and St. John’s College collaboration.

  • The Power of Literary Wisdom – How Victor Frankl’s insights on choosing our response creates space for personal growth
  • Ancient Philosophy in Modern Life – Unpacking Plato’s allegory of the cave and the universal hero’s journey
  • Art as Transition Guide – Georgia O’Keeffe’s Santa Fe journey and how visual art illuminates our pathways

Come discover how the classics can walk beside you through life’s biggest moments in this special gathering of MEA and St. John’s College.