Coffee and Divorce Chat

There are no losses...just lessonsThe conversation continues with Eric sharing details about his podcast and the concept of the zero date rule. We share how we coped doing things alone, a little bit about the show Insecure and how we try to avoid spending too much time on social media. For more of Eric's story and the male perspective on divorce and dating, listen to his podcast available on all platforms.

One of the things I have learned about dating after divorce is how to manage my expectations.  It has been a process of communicating unspoken expectations and releasing people who cannot meet my expectations.Fellow podcaster Eric Payne of Dating After Divorce Survival joins me for a cup of coffee and chat about this topic.  Eric starts off by asking this intriguing question:  What do you want and why do you want it? This is part one of our discussion about being grown, enjoying life and having a tribe that offers wisdom along with accountability.  Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow Eric on IG: Dating After Divorce SurvivalLeave a review on Apple Podcasts#datingafterdivorce  #coffeeandivorcechat #lifeafterdivorce #managingexpectations   #trusttheprocess #beauthenticallyyou #datingover40 

Timing is everything as you go through the divorce process and navigate life afterward. What do you do while you wait? Focus on you and join me for the #alonenotlonely challenge of dating yourself. In this episode I share the following tips about moving on:As a parent, I make space for my child to share her feelings. If you are not a parent, make space for yourself to unpack your emotions and self-reflectWho is on your front row of support? Who do you need to move to the back?Be the curator of your life with the right mindset. Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything…maybe it is unbecoming every  thing that isn’t really you so you can be who you were meant to be….authentically you.Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow me on Instagram: Coffee and Divorce ChatLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Everyone has a story and there is power in using words to share it with others. Did you know that journaling and writing can be therapeutic and serve as an outlet for your thoughts going through a divorce. Kay sits down with B.F. Glenn, CEO of Sixth Sense Publishing who provides a community for writers and reminds us that our stories will heal and uplift the right people. You will be blessed by this conversation and encouraged to pick up a pen and start writing! Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow B.F. on IG:  BFGlenn_writerWatch the episode on YouTube:  Kay and B.F. Glenn Video RecordingLeave a review on Apple Podcasts#writeyourstory #divorceandwriting #coffeeandivorcechat #lifeafterdivorce #journaling #d #trusttheprocess #beauthenticallyyou

How do you get ready for the next chapter in your life after divorce? It's a new season so grab a cup of coffee and join the conversation. I am sharing my tips on preparing for a new chapter related to co-parenting, dating and redeveloping healthier habits. Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow me on Instagram: Coffee and Divorce ChatLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

As the summer ends, I have already started to hear these words “cuffing season”. This means that it is time to find your ‘boo’, someone to date, cuddle with, a companion for the fall season. I laughed when I first heard these words thinking “it’s definitely going to be difficult finding a date now.”Seriously, dating post-divorce is difficult for men and women. I’ve talked about it several times in past seasons on the podcast about dating for potential, dating for fun and dealing with loneliness. Now that I am dating with intention, I sat down with Vance from @vancetogrow about healing after your divorce to be ready to date. This conversation will leave you encouraged about finding that special person as Vance shares tips, why you should consider working with a dating coach and his own experience with dating as a divorcee. And I forgive him for not being a coffee lover! Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow Vance on IG: advancetogrowBecome a Client: adVancetogrow CoachingLeave a review on Apple Podcasts#datingafterdivorce #datingcoach #coffeeandivorcechat #lifeafterdivorce #divorcediaries #divorceanddating #trustthejourneyenjoytheprocess #beauthenticallyyou

When you use lessons learned from a divorce, your perspective on life may change. Business consultant, author, and self-proclaimed lover of life, Robert Hazzard, Jr. shares how he sees the failure of giving love a second chance to create future success in his life. He joins me with a "special cup of coffee" with an inspiring message of hope, learning how to  pause and communicate in a relationship. Podcast Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow Robert:  IamRobertHazzard,Jr.Watch Robert on Live from the Cave: Inde.TvLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

How do you manifest life after a divorce? Film Producer and host of @divorcetf6m ,Peter Maestrey, joins me with a cup of coffee and shares his experience with manifestation. Divorce sucks but Peter's perspective reminds us that it gives us a blank canvas to paint using any color for another opportunity.  This part one of our conversation. Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatListen and Follow Peter:  Divorce after the first 6 monthsLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

️In this episode, I share the following:Tips on creating your own 'summer of me'Healing from your divorceWhat I have learned from being single  Showing men some love with a preview of my guests for June#summerofme #divorcemom #divorceparent #coffeeandivorcechat #singleandcontent #divorcepodcast #divorceblackwomen #lifeafterdivorce #mexico2021Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

You can never stop a determined person!  In Part 2 I share the goals I am determined to accomplish this year with a focus on myself to be the best version for my family, friends and future relationship. When you sow the seeds, you can and will reap the rewards so what are you determined to accomplish this month, this summer or this year? Don't let a divorce or the process stop you from writing your goals, establishing a plan and then executing it! We are not entering the summer with words on paper without any action!Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

How do you manage distractions to focus on healing and working towards acceptance as your redesign your post divorce life? Ariana Grande's song Thank You Next suggest we need to have "better discussions with ourselves". I would agree! Listen to this episode as I share tips on managing distractions, the type of discussions I am having this summer that lead to my 'Summer of Me.'Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

What does it mean to live your best life after a divorce?  Board Certified psychiatrist Dr. Delvena Thomas shares her divorce story, from medical school to building her own practice, embracing her free spirited personality and why she decided not to settle for less than what she deserves. Listen to how she helps her clients with dating and relationships and explains her goal of spreading information about mental health on her podcast Brain Love. She's family so we share some laughs and a few stories including my family nickname.Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow Dr. Delvena Thomas on Instagram: @drdelvenaListen to the Brain Love Podcast: Brain LoveLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Happy – Fulfilled – Empowered  These is how my next guest Jill Gullato describes her post-divorce life. How do you get there when you feel lost? What leads a person to what to help others going through a divorce? Jill’s story is inspiring and in this episode she discusses being authentic through her IG posts and using her divorce experience to help women heal and reclaim their lives. Website: Coffee and Divorce ChatFollow Jill on Instagram: @jill.gullatoLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

For Women’s history month, my guests have been women telling their story about the divorce process, and how a divorce does not define you. Since I have some new listeners –– I wanted to share my story. Now this is an abbreviated version because the full version is in Season 1.  In this episode I talk budgeting, dating and continued healing after your divorce:Resources mentioned@southernsavers@cleavergirlfinance@relationalintelligence Enjoyed listening to the podcast and want to support?Follow me on InstagramSubscribe on my PodpageLeave a review on Itunes Use the hashtag #coffeeandivorcechat

The divorce process is hard. Moving forward in your life after a divorce is hard. It doesn't matter if you have kids or not - it is a difficult process emotionally, physically and mentally. But finding a friend, a tribe or connection with someone who understands can help in so many ways.  In this episode with the co-founders of DivorceOver40, you will hear how the group started with just a few folks and how you can start your own. This group that Julie, Daniel and Amy created remind us that extended an olive branch or a simple hello is another way to show kindness in our world. Where to find DivorceOver40: Instagram| WebsiteEnjoyed listening to the podcast and want to support?Follow me on InstagramSubscribe on my PodpageLeave a review on Itunes Use the hashtag #coffeeandivorcechat

Who knew that a love of gardening while going through a divorce would result in claiming energy currency?  Colah Tawkin from Black in the Garden is a rising star in the podcast network, recently featured as part of the Apple podcast Black History month lineup. She is a storyteller curating mindful conversations surrounding Black culture and horticulture. She shows no judgement if you are newbie to plants or in a previous life known to be a killer of them, like me. And overall, she is just a cool person to be around, you know the type of girlfriend you need in your tribe? Listen as she tells her story and reminds us why we should have no shame going through a divorce. 

One of the biggest challenges in the divorce process is creating a co-parenting plan. Denise Banks-Wilson, CEO of A Family Journey Mediation joins me to discuss what to have in your plan, provides advice I can use to revise my current plan and shares what you should look for in a mediator. In this episode: 2:54: What is Mediation?3:45: What is a Parenting Plan10:09: Be Informed - Create an Audit16:39: What to look for in a mediator?

Board certified psychotherapist Dr. Thommi Lawson joins me to discuss finding your joy, what to look for in a therapist and why it matters who sits on your front row.  She drops some helpful tips to help me make it through the "month of love."

Season 3 opens with an update and what it means to do a “reset” on dating and establishing boundaries.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coffeeanddivorcechat/message

I'm checking in with an update on life, co-parenting during the holiday season and staying connected in the pandemic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mochachat/message