What happens when forever ends?  In this episode of Who Are You Now?, Chrissie speaks with Belisa Davis, who shares her deeply honest story of navigating divorce after 16 years of marriage.  From breaking the news to her kids, to redefining family, to rediscovering purpose and self-love, this conversation offers validation, perspective, and hope for anyone facing the unexpected.

You'll Learn:

• Why cracks in a marriage often reveal themselves slowly
• How therapy and perspective shifts open new pathways forward
• The impact of divorce on family, parenting, and identity
• Why rediscovering purpose can fuel growth and self-love

Key Takeaways:

• Divorce isn't just an ending – it's an invitation to rebuild on stronger ground
• Family doesn't disappear after separation; it reshapes into a new form
• Bitterness keeps the past alive, while positivity creates space for the future
• Rediscovering purpose and pursuing education can spark powerful self-growth
• Co-parenting success comes from presence, not perfection

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: When Forever Ends

00:30 - Meet Belisa Davis: A Journey Through Divorce

01:49 - The Cracks in the Foundation

09:58 - Counseling and Realizations

13:37 - Breaking the News to the Kids

20:07 - Redefining Family and Moving Forward

36:26 - Family Reactions and Emotional Struggles

36:54 - Therapy and Perspective Shifts

37:35 - Battling Bitterness and Embracing Positivity

39:02 - Coping with Loss and Self-Worth

41:32 - Identity Crisis and Stigma of Divorce

44:18 - Rediscovering Purpose and Pursuing Education

46:23 - Graduation and Self-Realization

50:16 - Building a New Career and Overcoming Doubts

56:54 - Ego, Pride, and Personal Growth

01:06:12 - Parenting and Maintaining Close Relationships

01:15:06 - Navigating Co-Parenting

01:19:21 - Embracing Personal Growth

01:23:24 - The Journey of Self-Love

01:33:40 - Advice for Those Facing Divorce

01:37:51 - Conclusion: Finding New Paths

 

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Hosted by Chrissie Morgan – Physical Therapist, Master Life Coach, and creator of the Body Awareness Method (BAM), a framework for reconnecting with your four bodies: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.