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Navigating Emotional Overwhelm in Separation (EP.127)

Navigating Emotional Overwhelm in Separation (EP.127)

Update: 2025-10-29
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In this episode, Danielle Young, Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, speaks directly to anyone feeling emotionally overwhelmed by separation. She explores the storm of emotions that often come with it  sadness, anger, fear, guilt, and even relief and reminds listeners that every feeling is valid and part of the healing process.

Danielle shares the Drop Anchor technique for grounding yourself when emotions feel too much, practical steps for breaking things down into manageable actions, and ways to communicate calmly and respectfully when co-parenting or negotiating property.

She also explains how mediation provides a neutral, child-focused space to resolve conflict helping families reach lasting agreements, reduce stress, and model healthy communication for their children.

 Tune in to learn:

How to manage emotional overwhelm in separation
How to apply the Drop Anchor technique to stay grounded
Practical ways to communicate with kindness and set healthy boundaries
Why mediation leads to calmer, more lasting outcomes for families
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Navigating Emotional Overwhelm in Separation (EP.127)

Navigating Emotional Overwhelm in Separation (EP.127)

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