On Moving and Moving On

Deb Cohen
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On Moving and Moving On explores what is really means to leave a longtime or deeply meaningful home. Each episode features honest conversations with: • People who are moving due to life transitions (loss, divorce, retirement, relocation, downsizing) • Adult children helping their parents navigate a move • Professionals who support the moving and downsizing journey. With Deb's dual expertise in psychology and real estate, the show blends storytelling, insight, and guidance to help people through one of life's biggest challenges!

Episodes

  1. Jun 4

    Kerstin and Patrick Trade Suburbia for City Life

    Kerstin and Patrick Le Floch share their bold decision to downsize from a suburban home to a two-bedroom condo in downtown Leesburg,VA. Their desire for urban living, aging in place considerations, and a pandemic living experiment led to a return to a walkable lifestyle. The conversation covers effective strategies for getting rid of belongings, the importance of downsizing and living more simply, and the emotional and practical aspects of transitioning to a new home. It also explores how rituals can ease the emotional transition of moving.

    34 min

  2. May 14

    Debbie Downsizes for Fresh Start in North Carolina

    Debbie is a great friend and client. She is generous, authentic and hilarious! In this conversation we talk about how she made the decision to move and how she picked her new home town. We delve into the challenges of decluttering, the logistics of getting the house ready, and the contemplation of moving into a 55 and over community. The timing and logistics of the move, as well as the consideration of a new community, are also explored. The conversation covers saying goodbye and holding onto relationships, renovating and decorating her new home, and advice for moving and working with a realtor. It emphasizes the importance of a trusted realtor and the emotional impact of decluttering and moving. Takeaways Emotional attachment to a homeDecision-making process for relocation Emotional challenges of declutteringImportance of a trusted realtor Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Decision to Relocate06:01 Community and Neighborhood11:57 Choosing a New Community17:49 Logistics of Getting the House Ready23:09 Challenges of Decluttering33:42 Evaluating New Locations and Working with a Realtor40:33 Saying Goodbye and Holding onto Relationships

    37 min

  3. May 14

    Twentysomething Steph Moves Back to Ohio Hometown

    Steph McCormick, a 29-year-old engineer turned entrepreneur and dog trainer, shares her decision to leave Northern Virginia and move back to her hometown in Ohio. Her journey involves career shifts, home renovations, and a deep connection to her hometown. The move is driven by her passion for dog training and a desire to be closer to family. She also talks about her new business, A Million Dreams Dog Training and her podcast, Dream Dog. Takeaways Family ties influence major life decisionsPassion for a career can drive a significant life change Chapters 00:00 The Decision to Move05:16 Preparing for the Move20:41 Following Her Heart

    22 min

  4. Mar 13

    Tana's New Chapter in a 55+ Community

    This conversation with Tana covers the journey of moving out of her beloved home where she raised her two boys. She talks about her decision to move out of town and into a 55+ development with the hope of finding a rich community. She also discussed the process of choosing a new home, packing, moving, and coping with a limbo period and time in temporary housing. Finally, we talk about the emotional attachment to her remodeled home, the challenge of memory clutter, lessons learned from the downsizing process, and looking forward to the next chapter. Takeaways Starting the downsizing process earlyThe emotional and logistical challenges of moving and downsizing Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Home Moving06:21 Reasons for Moving and Downsizing11:25 Consideration of New Locations18:34 Emotional Attachment to the Remodeled Home31:40 The Challenge of Memory Clutter43:27 Lessons Learned from the Downsizing Process52:39 Looking Forward to the Next Chapter

    34 min

  5. Mar 13

    Hollywood Agent Adam Moves Mom from Chicago to L.A.

    The conversation delves into Adam's experience of moving his aging mother out of her long-time home and into an assisted living situation. It explores the decision-making process, challenges faced, and the role of a realtor in the process. The transition and adjustment to the new living situation are also discussed, highlighting the emotional and logistical aspects of the move. Takeaways Transitioning aging parents to assisted livingThe role of a realtor in the process Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Friendship08:12 Timeline of the Move13:30 Engaging a Realtor and Selling the House20:00 Preparing for the Move31:39 Adjustment to the New Living Situation

    31 min

  6. Feb 10

    Kim's Journey from Family Home to New Beginnings

    In this heartfelt conversation, Deb interviews Kim Flannigan about her emotional journey of moving out of her long-term family home after 27 years. The discussion highlights the challenges she faced as a widow, including the emotional weight of leaving a place filled with memories of her late husband and raising her children. Kim reflects on the coping mechanisms she employed, such as work and faith, and the importance of community support during this transition. She emphasizes the significance of embracing change and the necessity of moving forward, both for herself and her family, while also acknowledging the bittersweet nature of letting go of the past. As Kim recounts her experiences, she discusses the logistical aspects of downsizing, including the emotional difficulty of sorting through belongings and the value of seeking professional help. The conversation also touches on the importance of creating new traditions and connections in her new community, which have helped her navigate the holidays and other significant moments. Ultimately, Kim's story serves as an inspiring reminder of resilience, the power of community, and the importance of being open to new experiences as one moves through life's transitions. Keywords moving, emotional journey, widowhood, community support, downsizing, new beginnings, family home, coping mechanisms, change, resilience Takeaways Embrace change as a necessary part of life. Community support can significantly ease transitions. It's important to create new traditions after a major life change. Professional help can be invaluable when downsizing. Letting go of the past is essential for moving forward. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kim's Journey 01:01 The Emotional Weight of Leaving Home 06:01 Logistical Challenges of Downsizing 16:19 Creating New Traditions and Community 26:23 Reflections on Loss and Moving Forward

    37 min
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On Moving and Moving On explores what is really means to leave a longtime or deeply meaningful home. Each episode features honest conversations with: • People who are moving due to life transitions (loss, divorce, retirement, relocation, downsizing) • Adult children helping their parents navigate a move • Professionals who support the moving and downsizing journey. With Deb's dual expertise in psychology and real estate, the show blends storytelling, insight, and guidance to help people through one of life's biggest challenges!

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  • Creator
    Deb Cohen
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Deb Cohen