The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Is Divorce a Sin? Plus, What is a "Tea Pause?"

I get so many emails from people getting divorced who ask if divorce is a sin. Why? Because their religious leaders, family and community tell them it is. My guest on this episode is Michèle Heffron, Life, Relationships and Divorce Coach, and you're going to love our conversation about this! We also talk about Michèle's idea to have a "Tea Pause." I had no idea what that was and love it! 

Want to Keep Your Home in the Divorce? We Have Tips!

It's a question I hear time and time again from people getting divorce: Will I be able to keep my home in the divorce? My guest in this episode is Jeff Landers, CDLP®, CDFA®, and author who has dedicated his career to helping people stay in their homes if that's what they want. Jeff has so much knowledge and many wonderful tips. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/homeownership-after-divorce-the-emotions-and-financial-reality/

My Ex Moved On Two Seconds after We Separated

It's something I've heard from hundreds of divorced women over the years: My ex moved on two seconds after we separated, meaning he was seeing someone else. It can feel shocking, hurtful, infuriating and unfair. My guest in this episode is T.H. Irwin, co-Founder of exExperts and wow, do we get into this topic! We talk about why men move on so quickly, and offer tips on how to cope if it happens to you. 

10 Things You Should Know about Supervised Visitation

Supervised Visitation has a really negative connotation. But there's a lot you might not know! My guest in this episode is Trina Nudson, JD, CDC, divorce attorney, mediator and founder of her co-parenting program, BeH20. Our discussion is dedicated to what you need to know about supervised visitation, which Trina calls "supervised parenting time" since no parent should have to "visit" their children. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/10-things-to-know-about-supervised-visitation/

The Differences Between Men and Women in Coping With Divorce

Who better to talk about the differences between men and women when it comes to coping with divorce than a divorced woman and a divorced man? My guest is Justin Milrad, a divorced dad who is a Certified Divorce Coach. This is such wonderful insight for women going through a divorce to get a glimpse into what your soon-to-be ex might be thinking and feeling. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/men-and-divorce-everything-a-woman-should-know/

10 BIG Divorce Mistakes to Avoid

Divorce is hard and the outcome is so important! That's why my guest and I want to warn you about 10 mistakes people make so that you can avoid making them. My guest is divorce attorney, Tiffany Hughes, who offers 12 years of experience and a lot of great tips! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/10-big-divorce-mistakes-you-really-dont-want-to-make/

How to Make Divorce Easier When it Comes to Finances

What happens when three women-all divorce professionals who all happen to have gone through a divorce get together and talk divorce? A lot of: wisdom and tips, and a little bit of laughter. My guests in this episode are Catherine Shanahan, CDFA and Karen Chellew, who are the co-founders of their amazing divorce financial preparation process called My Divorce Solution. Learn more here: https://mydivorcesolution.com/

Divorce When One Party Has a Substance Abuse Issue

Most divorce cases are complicated and stressful. But divorce can get a lot harder when one of the parties has a substance abuse issue. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Catherine Becker Good. Catherine offers insight and advice for cases that involve substance abuse. 

What Can Happen When Someone Threatens Divorce

Divorce is not a word that should be used lightly. What I'm saying is, once you say "Maybe we should get divorced", be prepared because you've opened the door. Maybe that door needed to be opened. My guest in this episode is Divorce Mediator, Michael Cohen. Michael and I talk about what can happen to a relationship when someone threatens divorce. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-can-happen-when-someone-is-threatening-divorce/

My Spouse's (or Ex Spouse's) Negativity is Draining Me

Being around negative people, especially a spouse or ex-spouse can feel toxic and exhausting. In this episode, my guest is Joanne Litman, financial advisor and divorced mom. Jo and I talk about what negative people do and say, and we offer tips on coping with and not letting the negativity stand in your way. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/my-partners-negativity-is-draining-me/