Divorced Christian Woman

Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite topic: death and disaster! Kidding. Kind of.In this episode, I sat down with Leah Hadley (who has so many professional credits after her name, that I’ll just let you scroll down to see all of them. Trust me. She’s qualified.) to tackle the post-divorce brain bender that is estate planning and insurance. If you’ve ever wanted to scream into the void because you don’t know what kind of health insurance to get or who should get your vintage Corelle dishes when you die, this episode is for you.Because as Leah and I discussed, doing nothing is still doing something. But is it really what you WANT to do?Key Takeaways: Insurance isn’t evil. It’s protection.Health insurance gets complicated after divorce.Life insurance = love letter from the grave.Auto, renter’s, and umbrella insurance matter.Estate planning isn’t about death. It’s about love.Update beneficiaries, stat.Power of attorney & healthcare directives = urgent.Considering marriage again? Get a prenup.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month. Get free classes through Leah’s Instagram account. Today's guest is Leah Hadley, AFC®, CDFA®, MAFF®Founder/Senior Financial PlannerAs the Founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions (formerly known as Great Lakes Divorce Financial Solutions) and Intentional Wealth Partners. Leah Hadley is committed to guiding clients to financial independence through thoughtful and strategic planning.An influential voice in the financial community, Leah is a sought-after speaker and expert in overcoming financial setbacks and navigating the financial complexities of divorce. She's a frequent guest on podcasts and has contributed her insights to numerous books and online platforms. Leah is also the author of "When It's Just Not Working: A Practical Divorce Guide for Stay-At-Home Moms." At the heart of her practice, Leah finds genuine satisfaction in empowering her clients to achieve their most heartfelt financial goals. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading, hiking, and spending quality time with her husband, three children, and three dogs.  Professional Credentials:Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC)Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF)Collaboratively trained Financial NeutralMediator trained through an Ohio Supreme Court-approved program with 100+ hours of continuing education in alternative dispute resolution

So, you want to start a business?In this episode, Diana and I share our not-so-glamorous but totally doable journeys of starting businesses from the ground up.We’ll help you get clear on whether building a business is even for you, how to start small, test your ideas and how to make peace with imperfection. You’ll walk away with tangible steps and permission to start messy.Key Takeaways:You don’t need permission to start a business. Fear and perfectionism are lying liars. Approval-based thinking will kill your dream.Start small. Test first.Your business doesn’t have to be full-time or world-changing on Day One.If you’re not confident, you’re normal. Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month. Be sure to check out Diana’s podcast, Renew Your Mind, and then reach out to her at diana@dianaswillinger.com to get business coaching.  

This week we’re going to tackle one of the most pressing questions divorced women face: What if you're rebuilding from nothing? What if you had to take on debt just to leave? And what if the shame around your financial situation feels heavier than the actual numbers?There's a two-word phrase that changes everything when it comes to managing your money. You'll discover unconventional ways women have eliminated major expenses while still living full lives. And you'll hear why one of the biggest lies you've been told might be the very thing keeping you stuck.🔑 Key Takeaways:Why the emotion attached to your debt matters more than the numberThe two-word reframe that removes anxiety from financial planningWhat actually happens when you call your lenders The creative income strategies you've probably never consideredWhy your timeline doesn't have to match anyone else's expectationsRead the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Diana’s podcast, Renew Your MindJillian’s podcast, Hungry for LoveFlying Higher is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month. Money with Katie Budgeting ToolMonarch Budgeting App (Get 50% off your first year HERE)

In this episode of The Divorced Christian Woman Podcast, I’m joined by Diana Swillinger and accredited financial counselor and tax genius Dee Carter. Whether you’re DIY-ing your taxes or outsourcing to someone, this one’s for you.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month. Get in touch with today’s guest, Dee Carter: mdcarter1205@gmail.comCheck out the Renew Your Mind Podcast with Diana SwillingerToday’s Guest: Dee CarterDee is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC). She has 15 years of experience as a tax professional where she educates, guides, and supports her clients through their tax preparation, planning and responding to the IRS, if necessary. She empowers women through education in personal finance and helps them build financial confidence through creating and achieving financial goals. 

"I'm not selling my house right now, so it doesn't matter what it's worth today."That one sentence changed everything about how I look at my INVESTMENT accounts. And if watching your investments go up and down makes you want to hide under the covers, you need to hear this analogy.Today we’re talking about investing after divorce by breaking down the three buckets every divorced woman needs to understand, what to do with settlement money sitting in your bank account, and when you actually need a financial advisor versus when you can handle it yourself.If you've ever thought "someone needs to rescue me financially," this episode is for you.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereResources mentioned in this episode:Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month. The Renew Your Mind Podcast with Diana SwillingerDave Ramsey Baby StepsMoney with Katie ShowInvesting for DummiesToday's Guest: Samantha Compton, President & Senior Financial AdvisorIt wasn’t until a major life event that Samantha realized a desire to understand and set up her own financial future. That transitional experience helps her remember that financial topics can be intimidating and confusing, especially for those unfamiliar with industry lingo.Once Samantha became educated and equipped in her own finances, she wanted to serve others by giving insight for their financial futures. She especially enjoys helping women going through divorce and/or the loss of a spouse as well as facilitating financial conversations between couples and helping the non-CFO of the family understand what is in place for their future.Samantha has helped singles and couples develop their long-term financial plans since 2012, when she began her financial career. In 2016, she transitioned to Wise Wealth as a senior financial advisor, and in 2023, she opened Insight Wealth, an EverSource Wealth Advisors team.The information discussed in this podcast is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax, or legal advice. The views expressed are those of Samantha Compton and do not necessarily reflect those of EverSource Wealth Advisors.Advisory services are offered through EverSource Wealth Advisors, a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Listeners should consult their own financial, tax, or legal professionals before making any investment decisions.

Welcome to Season 3 of the Divorced Christian Woman Podcast! This season we’re getting all up in your business (literally): the money business. And we’re kicking things off by asking: What’s your money mindset looking like after divorce? Is it cool, calm, and collected, or hiding in a closet stress-eating Oreos and ignoring the bill collectors?I invited my friend and fellow coach Diana Swillinger to help us unpack the tangled web of beliefs we’ve inherited about money, and how to burn those unhelpful scripts to the ground so we can build a mindset that actually serves us.🎯 Key Takeaways:Your money beliefs didn’t drop from heaven on a golden scroll. They were absorbed from your family, church, culture, and that one pastor who said poverty = holiness You’re allowed to love money. Not in a “Scrooge McDuck swimming in gold coins” kind of way, but in a “money helps me take care of my life and generously support others” kind of way.Money is not evil. Abuse of power is. And guess what? You having resources = you having options = less abuse. Coincidence? I think not.Self-trust is everything. If you’ve been financially controlled, rebuilding trust in yourself is the first step. God wants you to believe in yourself, because guess who made you? You are not the exception to God’s love. Generosity starts with you. Stop excluding yourself from the care you give to everyone else.You can be Christian AND want financial security. Shocker, I know. Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Flying Higher is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence in their relationships, emotional management, decision making, and self-development. Join us for live classes, coaching, Bible study, and book studies every month. Plus access to a huge library of education and coaching resources. Only $59/month or $590 for an entire year of mind-blowing personal growth. Be sure to check out Diana’s podcast, Renew Your Mind! Grab a copy of You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero

Season Three is coming February 7, 2026, and the topic is MONEY. We'll be discussing money mindset, taxes, investing, estate planning, buying, renting, and selling homes, as well as budgeting, building your financial future, and much more! Subscribe to get new episodes on your podcast app as they are released. 

So, you got divorced and your social life went up in flames. Welcome to the club, friend. Pull up a chair.In this season finale, I sit down with my friend Diana Swillinger (host of The Renew Your Mind Podcast) to talk about something every divorced woman eventually faces: the weird, wonderful, terrifying world of making new friends when you're a whole new person.We talk about the great scattering (as Mel Robbins calls it), how to let go of draining friendships without guilt, and why being rejected might not actually kill you. If you're feeling lonely, wondering where your people went, or ready to rebuild your community from scratch with people who actually see you, this episode is the warm hug and gentle shove you need.And don't worry, introverts, we’ve got you too. You can still want deep connection without having to attend a single church potluck ever again. Promise.Key Takeaways:Friendships change after divorce, and that’s normal.You’re allowed to let go of draining people. Seriously, permission granted.Great friendships need three things: proximity, timing, and energy.Let them be who they are, and let yourself be you.You don’t need a huge friend group, just real ones.Rejection happens, and you’ll survive it. Promise.Be open, take small risks, and make the first move sometimes.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development. Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

What if the most important relationship you’ll ever have isn't the one with your ex, your pastor, or even your cat, but the one with yourself? (I know, scandalous.) In this episode, I’m joined by three divorced Christian women, Barb, Diana, and Lisa, to unpack what it really looks like to reconnect with yourself after decades of religious programming and marital trauma.We Talk About:Rebuilding your identity after your inner toddler’s been gagged and duct-taped by shame for too longWhy self-love isn't selfish How IFS (Internal Family Systems) can help you make peace with all the parts of you, even the hot messes and drama queensThe sneaky inner critic that won’t shut up and how to lovingly calm her downTiny, powerful ways to rebuild trust with yourself (without selling your soul to a Himalayan yoga retreat)Whether you’re eight days or eight years post-divorce, this episode is your permission slip to stop apologizing for existing and start building a fierce, compassionate relationship with the one person who will always be there: YOU.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.Connect with Dr. Barb on her website, Integrative Coaching for Life. Read the book Lisa recommended, Hidden Within. 

You've survived the marriage from Hades, signed the divorce papers, and maybe even had your ceremonial "burn the wedding dress" moment. Your kids are grown, they have opinions (lots of them), and some of those opinions are... not in your favor. If you're wondering how to rebuild, repair, or even just exist in relationship with your adult children post-divorce without losing your mind (or your will to live), this episode is your safe space.I sit down with my friend and fellow coach, Diana Swillinger, for a conversation about the complex and often heart-wrenching work of parenting adult kids after divorce.What We Talk About:How your adult kids might try to parent YOU Why their black-and-white thinking isn’t your fault, (but also maybe kind of is?)How we passed on rigid theology and why it complicates everything nowWhen your child blames YOU for the divorce (hello, Christian programming!)The fine line between a heartfelt apology and a full-blown grovel-festUsing cognitive behavioral tools to detach from their drama and stay in your laneHow to hold space for conflicting realities without losing your own mindHope for reconciliation, even when it feels lightyears awayWhat it means to bring the peace (no, not a pumpkin pie. Peace.)Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

Why do your kids act like little angels at their dad’s house and then transform into rabid raccoons the moment they step foot into your kitchen? No, it’s not because you’re failing as a mom (although that voice in your head might say otherwise). It’s because YOU are the safe one. In this episode, we unpack all of it: the chaos, the trauma, the meltdowns, and the sacred role you play in raising kids who actually make it out of this mess OK.I sat down with Diana, Loretta, and Charlotte, three divorced Christian mamas who’ve done the hard work of parenting through PTSD, manipulation, religious confusion, and all the weird stuff your kids’ dad tries to pull post-divorce. We Talk About:Why your kids hold it together at Dad’s house and come unglued at yours (hint: it’s not about “respect”)What Polyvagal Theory has to do with your kid whacking you in the head with a Richard Scarry bookWhy “big behavior” ≠ “bad kid”How Christian parenting culture gets trauma so wrongWhat to say (and what NOT to say) when your kid reports their dad’s latest anticsWhy curiosity > control when it comes to parentingPractical boundaries that protect your kids AND your sanityReframing fear and people-pleasingThe long game of parenting: trust, patience, and letting your kids learn to think for themselvesFeel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.Contact Loretta at info@mycoachloretta.com 

Ever wondered what happens to your church relationships when your marriage falls apart and you do the unthinkable (aka, choose not to be miserable for the rest of your life)? In this episode, I sat down with Diana, Stacey, and Marie, to talk about the real fallout that happens not just in marriage, but in the holy halls of church after divorce.What We Talked About:How divorce changes everything about how you experience churchWhat happens when you realize your church was more in love with patriarchy than JesusSpiritual deconstruction (a.k.a. following Jesus out of the building)Learning to hear God’s voice (Head’s up: it’s not your ex, your pastor, or the elder’s wife)Releasing or renewing relationships after betrayalForgiveness: what it is, what it isn’tHow to support your kids spiritually without traumatizing them Rebuilding community outside of the institution (Zoom counts, y’all)Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development. Listen to the audiobook for All the Scary Little Gods by yours truly for FREE! Books mentioned: Freeing Jesus by Diana Butler Bass, The Book of Forgiving by Desmond Tutu, and Faith After Doubt by Brian McLaren.Connect with Marie on her blog, Live Like it Matters, and website, Spiritual Direction with Marie. Connect with Stacey and find all her resources on her Linktree. Check out Diana’s podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast.

So you got divorced, and now you’re the scandal of the century in your tiny town (or tight church circle). You’re dodging judgmental glances in the grocery store and wondering if your prayer request just got broadcasted as Christian-sanctified gossip. Sound familiar? In this episode, I team up with my friend and fellow coach, Diana Swillinger, to talk about how to take your power back when your life becomes the talk of the neighborhood.If you're tired of feeling like your healing is public property and you’re ready to walk tall again, even while Sister So-and-So is side-eyeing you from the church pew, this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why small communities (and churches) make divorce extra spicy How gossip can hijack your story, and how to stop handing it overPractical ways to reclaim your voice, dignity, and narrativeHow to respond to those “concerned” (ahem…nosy) commentsWhat shame does to your soul and how to evict it for goodWhy protecting your story is wisdom, not paranoiaConfidence tips to strut your stuff, even when your insides are spaghettiHow to truly stop giving a flying fig about other people’s opinionsFeel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.Listen to Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk and do some power poses. 

Have you ever been talked over in a meeting, assigned work with no warning, or gotten that oh-so-lovely “Can you just help with this one little thing?” at 4:59 p.m.? In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey, Diana, Marie, and Grace, all divorced Christian women who are navigating life post-divorce in the workplace. We’re diving deep into how to show up for yourself professionally without selling your soul or compromising your values.What We Talked About:How divorce made us braver and more assertive at work Real-life stories of standing up to toxic bosses and winning (even if your hands are shaking the whole time)Tips for dealing with mansplaining, micromanagers, and Monday meetings Knowing when to speak up and when to let it go Elsa-styleCreating unshakeable boundaries around your time, energy, and sanityHow trauma triggers show up in the office, and how we’ve learned to manage themWhy being a “dependable worker” doesn’t mean being everyone’s doormatUsing body language and presence to command respect The sacred art of saying “no” without apologizing or over-explainingGossip: How to shut it down without becoming the HR policeFeel like a hot mess after divorce? This FREE 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women who are ready to evolve into the next version of themselves. A version that is more confident, more regulated, and more at peace about all of life. Connect with Marie on her blog, Live Like it Matters, and website, Spiritual Direction with Marie. Connect with Stacey and find all her resources on her Linktree. Check out Diana’s podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast.Add Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy, Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, and Rich Girl Nation by Katie Gatti Tassin to your library.Check out Toastmasters.

What if your deepest shame wasn’t actually yours to carry?If you’ve ever felt the cold shoulder from your Christian family after your divorce, or you’re still untangling the sticky spiderwebs of shame and silence from your upbringing, pull up a chair. This episode is for you.I sat down with friend and fellow coach, Diana Swillinger, and together we unpacked how family of origin dynamics continue to haunt, shape, and sometimes straight-up sabotage your healing after divorce.Here’s what we discuss:What if the heavy load you’ve been dragging around was never yours to begin with?Could their cutting looks and guilt-trips actually say more about them than about you?What if boundaries weren’t about controlling others at all but something far more personal?At what point do parents stop calling the spiritual shots in your life?Is it possible that saying “no more contact” could actually be a sacred act?Why does the loss of “what should’ve been” sting almost more than the loss itself?Can forgiveness bring peace without flinging the door wide open again?Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is a life-changing mentorship program for divorced Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.Dive into the books recommended in today’s episode, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief and Forgiveness After Trauma. You can also listen to the interview I did with the author of Forgiveness After Trauma on the Flying Free Podcast, Episode 281. 

What if everything you believed about God was actually holding you hostage?In this episode, I sat down with my friends and fellow coaches Diana Swillinger, Stacey Wynn, and Marie Griffith to get real about what it looks like to rebuild your relationship with God after the spiritual ground beneath your feet crumbles.We’re talking about spiritual deconstruction, not as a slippery slope into heresy ( it’s actually a slip ‘n slide into FREEDOM), but as a necessary and sacred process of untangling truth from toxic theology. We share our personal stories of excommunication, church hurt, faith unraveling, and finding Jesus outside the four walls of evangelical dogma.If you’ve ever felt like you’re "getting it wrong" with God or wondered if there’s still a place for you in the Kingdom after divorce, doubt, and deconstruction, this episode is your permission slip to breathe.Key Takeaways:Deconstruction ≠ Losing Faith. It’s not rebellion, it’s reconstruction. It’s spiritual adulthood. It’s what happens when you stop obeying blindly and start seeking bravely.Jesus Is Still Here. Even when your theology implodes and your church unfriends you. Especially then.Faith Isn’t Fragile. If asking honest questions makes your faith crumble, maybe it was more fear than faith to begin with.Slippery Slopes Are FUN. Turns out that “slippery slope” we were warned about? It leads to love, liberation, and disco dance parties with the Holy Spirit.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Connect with Marie on her blog, Live Like it Matters, and website, Spiritual Direction with Marie. Connect with Stacey and find all her resources on her Linktree. Check out Diana’s podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast.

Is being "nice" to your ex keeping you stuck in his orbit? In this episode, my friend and fellow coach Diana Swillinger and I peel back the layers on everything related to your ex.We tackle the sticky, icky, post-divorce drama: how to set boundaries, why you don't owe him or his people anything, and how to stay in your lane.If you've ever wondered:Am I being mean for not giving a crap about his new wife?Is it bad to limit contact with his family?Should I let my kids like the girlfriend? (Um. You can’t stop them. Sorry.)Am I a monster for offering him the fine china after he got legally dubbed an abuser?...then welcome. Pull up a chair. Laundry List of Scenarios We Cover: When your ex still wants to be your BFF When his mom keeps bringing up the marriage When his new girlfriend is too nice and your kids love her When his lawyer won’t quit When triangulation sucks you in, and you need to say, “I’m out”Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

Let’s be honest. If you've escaped from a destructive marriage, the idea of dating again might feel less like butterflies and more like plunging into shark-infested waters wearing a meat dress. But what if dating didn’t have to feel like impending doom? What if you could approach it with courage, confidence, and an actual strategy?In this episode, I invited three of my friends and fellow coaches, Stacey Wynn, Diana Swillinger, and Marie Griffith to join me for a frank discussion about dating after divorce as a Christian woman.Some Key Takeaways:Dating again? Terrifying. And also, you can do it!High standards are IT. You’re not picky. You’re just done with nonsense.Burn the haystack. Swipe left like it’s your sacred duty (thank you, Jennie Young).Polite is not required. Block. Burn. Bounce. Bless and release.Your gut is smarter than your mom, pastor, and therapist combined. Trust it.Emotions are dashboard lights, not detours. Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Connect with Marie on her blog, Live Like it Matters, and website, Spiritual Direction with Marie. Connect with Stacey and find all her resources on her Linktree. Check out Diana’s podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast.And here are some resources we mentioned within the episode: the Burned Haystack Method by Jennie Young, the Dare to Lead List of Values from Brené Brown, the Personal Values Test, and the Personal Values Card Sort by Dr. Jennie Shields.

What if the person you're turning to for healing is actually keeping you stuck? (Cue dramatic music and flashbacks to church lady "counseling" that made you question your entire existence.)Welcome to Season 2 of the Divorced Christian Woman Podcast! I’m kicking things off with my friend and fellow coach, Diana Swillinger. We’re diving headfirst into the sometimes-healing, sometimes-horrifying world of mentors, coaches, and therapists.Not all helpers are created equal, my friend. And no, your cousin’s youth group leader who “feels called” to counsel probably isn’t qualified to help you unravel years of spiritual abuse.This episode is your guide to sorting through the noise, finding the right kind of help for the season you're in, and learning how to trust your own gut again, especially after years of being told it was “deceitfully wicked.” (eye-roll)What We Covered: Mentors, coaches, therapists, and how to know the differenceRed flags in helping relationshipsGreen flags in helping relationshipsWhat to do if you believe you are “too broken” or “not broken enough”The process of healingHow community plays a role in our healingRead the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my live mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development.Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Check out Diana’s website and explore some resources, listen to her podcast, The Renew Your Mind Podcast, and finally, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to the final episode of Season One of The Divorced Christian Woman Podcast! If you’ve made it through the first 365 days post-divorce without stabbing anyone (including yourself), congratulations. You’re our people. In our finale I gather a roundtable of warrior women (Diana, Loretta, Lisa, and Marie) to talk about what comes after the ashes. (And it's NOT all sobbing into Häagen-Dazs while reading Leviticus. Haha)What we talk about: Finding yourself again (and realizing she’s kind of amazing)The joy of owning a dog (and a massage chair)Discovering that you’re capable of fixing doors, traveling alone, and hanging out with bears (on purpose)Reclaiming your space without needing anyone’s approvalForming deep, soul-filling friendships that you didn’t know were missingLetting go of the fear-based god to embrace the real one who’s been there all alongCreating peaceful parenting vibes after the chaos of controlAnd by the way, wondering what’s coming in Season 2? We’re diving into relationships: with yourself, your kids (even the adult ones), your ex, your God, your church, and maybe that suspiciously hot barista who always remembers your name. Starts October 4, so mark your calendars.Read the full show notes, get the journal questions, and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Flying Higher (https://joinflyinghigher.com) is my personal mentorship program for Christian women pursuing increased confidence, emotional management, relational health and empowered self-development. Want to work with me? This is how!Feel like a hot mess after divorce? This 5-Day Workshop will teach you a mind-shift tool to help you learn a powerful way to manage your thoughts and emotions in order to navigate adult decisions with clarity and peace. Connect with Marie on her blog, Live Like it Matters, and website, Spiritual Direction with Marie.Listen to Diana’s podcast, the Renew Your Mind Podcast. Connect with Lisa at her Linktree.Contact Loretta at Info@mycoachloretta.com Check out a Flying Free Podcast episode, “How Christian Women Resist Oppression in Their Marriages.”