Episodes

31 minutes ago
31 minutes ago
No one wants to be divorced, and divorce can feel painful and devastating and hopeless. But believe it or not, divorce creates so many opportunities I bet you haven't even thought of. My guest is Liesel Darby, divorce mediator and coach, and we talk about the opportunities you might not even realize that are now at your fingertips. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/recognizing-opportunities-created-by-divorce/

4 days ago
4 days ago
Divorce is so painful, but we all have to remember that it's painful for the kids, too. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney and children's book author, Anna Krolikowska, who offers 10 things your kids might be thinking during divorce and how to handle it. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/divorce-and-kids-10-things-they-might-be-thinking/

Wednesday May 28, 2025
What You Need to Know Before You Decide to Get Divorced
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
So many people decide that divorce is the right decision, but they decide before having all the information they need. My guest in this episode is Kimberly Miller, J.D., LMFT, CDC®, who is the founder of her divorce education platform, PartWise. Kimberly offers a glimpse into what to expect and how to educate yourself so that you are prepared. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/when-is-it-time-for-a-divorce-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-decide/

Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
What a fun but also important conversation about being in a relationship or dating men who don't have a lot of money. My guest is financial advisor, Amanda Campbell, CDFA®, CFP®, AIFF®, AAMS®, and together, we offer some relationship red flags for men who might not have a lot of money. By the way, there are a lot of wonderful men who don't have a lot of money, but we tell you what to watch out for! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/there-are-men-with-no-money-and-then-there-are-men-with-no-money/

Wednesday May 21, 2025
3 Things Your Children Will Learn From You in the Divorce
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
We all want our children to grow up happy and healthy, and going through a divorce might cause you to worry that they won't. My guest in this episode is Katharine Rupp, divorce attorney and Judicial Education Coordinator for OurFamilyWizard. Katharine offers insight as to what your children can learn--both good and bad from the choices you make during and after your divorce. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/children-and-divorce-3-things-they-will-learn/

Sunday May 18, 2025
What NOT to do With Your Wedding Rings after Divorce
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
When is a bad time to sell your ring? What frame of mind should you be in when selling your rings? Where shouldn't you sell your rings? And what shouldn't you do with the money you get from your rings? These are all questions that we address in this episode about what NOT to do with your wedding rings. My guests are Matt and Anne Gabel, co-founders of MJ Gabel diamond and ring buyers. I sold my wedding rings to Matt and Anne!

Wednesday May 14, 2025
Divorce Grief: It's Complicated
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Grieving a divorce is key in healing and moving on. My guest in this episode is Divorce Coach, Lisa Lisser, who explains many forms grieving can come in. We also offer tips on healing from grief. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/divorce-grief-its-complicated/

Sunday May 11, 2025
What is Self-Compassion and How is it Different Than Self-Love?
Sunday May 11, 2025
Sunday May 11, 2025
Self-compassion and self-love: two very important things needed for someone going through a divorce. My guest is Juli Walton, LCPC, therapist and mediator, who talks about each of these, their differences, and what the benefits are of each. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-self-compassion-and-how-is-it-different-than-self-love/

Wednesday May 07, 2025
Words That Really Matter in Divorce Mediation
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
It might sound like a small thing, but it's not: the words you use when communicating with your ex, both in mediation and during your divorce. My guest in this episode is divorce mediator, Erik Feig. Erik and I discuss using certain words that might affect the outcome of your divorce-both in a good and not so good way. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/divorce-mediation-advice-words-have-power/

Sunday May 04, 2025
How a Personal Mission Statement During Divorce Can Truly Help You
Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
What is a personal mission statement? We discuss that in this episode. My guest is divorce coach, Andra Davidson, who talks about how to create one, and the many benefits it will provide-including a better divorce experience and outcome. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-a-personal-mission-statement-why-you-need-one-during-divorce/