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Grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and start smiling! Every show is 30 minutes, meant to empower you, help you feel validated, and connect you with some of the best divorce professionals in the industry!
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Do you know what the most important asset you have in divorce is? It's not your home or your car or your 401K, it's time. My guest in this episode is Hirsch Serman, a financial divorce coach and divorced dad, and this conversation is so inspiring, you're going to love it!
Dating after divorce can feel frustrating and disappointing. My guest in this episode actually wrote a book about some of her unbelievable dating stories and she shares them in this episode. This isn't all doom and gloom, though. It's lighthearted, funny, and meant to inspire you that from every date, you learn something.
"I never loved you," "You're going to regret divorcing me," "No one will ever want you." These are just some of the very cruel things people might say during divorce. My guest in this episode is Joanne Litman, Financial Advisor and divorced mom, and we discuss why people say these things and why if you hear "I never loved you," that's simply not true.
"Starting over after divorce at 50" is heavily searched in Google, and understandably so! It can feel scary to start over at an older age. My guest in this episode is Juli Walton, LCPC, and we talk about fresh starts, reinvention, and living your authentic life after 50. Read the article here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-to-move-on-after-divorce-in-your-fifties/
What does it mean to be emotionally savvy? My guest in this episode is Katherine E. Miller, Divorce Attorney and author of her new book "The Emotionally Savvy Divorce." Katherine shares some of the key takeaways in her wonderful divorce advice book, with the goal of helping you have the best divorce outcome.
Most people think that if they are getting divorced, the first thing to do is call a divorce attorney. While divorce attorneys are definitely needed, my guest says there's someone you should call first: a divorce mediator. Michael Cohen, divorce mediator, explains why in this episode, and offers tips on achieving the best possible divorce outcome. Read Michael's article on this subject here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/why-every-couple-considering-divorce-should-talk-to-a-mediator-before-a-lawyer/
One of the most painful questions people ask after becoming separated is: How can I ever learn to trust again after being betrayed? My guest in this episode is Divorce Coach, Jenine Marie Powell, who address the question and offers advice on how to get to a place of peace, and move on to healthy relationships in the future.
Some states require a separation period before you can officially get divorced. North Carolina is one of those states and my guest is Divorce Attorney, Whitney Butcher, who talks about the law and offers advice on those thinking of separating or who are already separated.
Getting divorced requires the couple to walk away with a parenting plan, which might sound comforting. But what happens when life changes and that parenting plan is no longer working? My guest in this episode is Divorce Mediator, Erik Feig. Erik and I give examples of life changes and how they might affect your parenting plan, as well as how to create a plan that can adapt.
People going through a divorce often feel like they've lost their purpose in life. They just don't know what they are supposed to do now or who they are. My guest is Phil LaGiglia, and both Phil and I have been where you are. We talk about how to find that purpose again and the fact that life is going to be wonderful again. Read the article we wrote on this subject here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/lost-your-purpose-in-life-one-things-for-sure-its-wonderful/
It's very common for women getting divorced to feel scared and intimidated by having to now manage their own finances. My guest in this episode is Leah Hadley, Founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions, Mediator, and CDFA®, who addresses: fear of paying your own bills, understanding the stock marketing, planning for retirement and tax issues. This conversation will help you feel a lot better!
Let's be honest. Financial fears might be the biggest fear for those getting divorced, especially if you've never managed your money. My guest in this episode is Financial Advisor, Pete Mullins, CDFA®, who offers tips to help ease your anxiety and empower you to feel confident when it comes to managing your own finances and making good financial decisions.
"I just want to get through the divorce," is a common statement people make. My guest in this episode is divorce coach, Mardi Winder, who explains that although we understand how you feel, that's just not enough. Mardi talks about strategies and mindset to set you up for the best possible post-divorce life. Read Mardi's article on this topic: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/2-things-that-matter-and-why-just-getting-through-a-divorce-is-not-good-enough/
Many people choose mediation as a way to get divorced in hopes that it will cost less, go fairly quickly, and result in a better coparenting relationship. My guest in this episode is divorce mediator, David Louis, who talks about some of the obstacles to effective communication that can hinder the mediation process.
When people going through a divorce start thinking about custody and parenting time, things can feel stressful and scary. After all, we all want to spend time with our kids and be a part of big life decisions for them. My guest in this episode is Andrea Friedman, divorce attorney and partner at Friedman & Friedman. Andrea explains the differences between sole and joint custody, and talks about options in parenting time.
"Life is a balancing act," says Amanda Campbell, my guest in this episode. You're a mom, you work, you have kids, you have family and friends, and trying to balance it all can feel overwhelming. Same with your financial life. Amanda Campbell is a financial advisor and offers advice on spending and saving in a smart way--in other words, balancing your financial wellbeing. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/balance-mindfulness-and-money/
Splitting up assets in a divorce can get complicated, especially when there are retirement accounts involved. My guest in this episode is Divorce Attorney, Liz Felt Wakeman, who offers information and advice on making sure things are fair and equitable, and that you don't make mistakes that could cost you down the road.
Can you mediate a high-net-worth divorce? My guest in this episode is high net-worth divorce mediator, Mara Linder, who says not only "can" you mediate a high-net-worth, high-asset divorce, but that there are many, many advantages to doing so. Mara explains the benefits of mediation, and offers tips to a better outcome and post-divorce life.
Divorce is always difficult, but it gets even more challenging, both emotionally and practically, when you are living in another country, and/or you live in the U.S. but are from another country. My guest in this episode is Keren Asher, an Israeli based divorce attorney and worldwide divorce coach, who helps coach people all over the world if they are divorcing in a foreign country. Keren offers insight and tips into these situations, and also talks about divorce laws in Israel.
A huge part of the stress that goes with divorce is change. There are so many changes going on in divorce and for most people, it feels overwhelming. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Catherine Becker Good, who talks about some of the major changes in divorce. Catherine and I offer tips on coping with those changes.
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