The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable! Our Divorce Advice

No one likes to be uncomfortable, but with divorce, you are going through so many changes and well, it's uncomfortable! Time to get comfortable being uncomfortable! But that's a good thing! My guest in this episode is Ron Platt, divorced dad and co-founder of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families (the NASDF.) Ron and I tell our divorce stories of feeling uncomfortable and some things we did to get comfortable. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/get-comfortable-being-uncomfortable-and-other-advice-on-love-and-divorce/

Do I Need a Financial Plan During Divorce? That's a Firm Yes

One of the biggest mistakes people make in divorce is waiting until they are officially divorced to hire a financial planner/investment firm. My guest in this episode is Peter Mullins, CDFA® and Vice-president at Vestor Capital, who explains what exactly a financial plan is, and how you can benefit by consulting with a financial advisor (especially a CDFA®) before or during your divorce. I am a client of Pete's (have been for a long time) so this is personal for me! 

The Unexpected Benefits of Divorce That Women Don't Talk About (But Should)

Do you sometimes feel like you're never going to be happy again? Think again! My guest in this episode is divorce coach, Mardi Winder-Adams, who explains all the wonderful things that happened to her during and after divorce that she didn't expect. Of course, I tell my stories, too! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/the-unexpected-benefits-of-divorce-that-women-dont-talk-about-but-should/

Legal Tips for Those in the Thick of Your Divorce

What a great episode this is! With my guest, divorce attorney, Theresa E. Viera, we offer tips for those in the thick of your divorce. These include: remembering you're not at war, being cautious of those who call themselves "experts," and making sure you give yourself the option of changing your name back after divorce-even if you haven't made a decision on that yet. 

Parental Alienation: Hurts Everyone Involved

It's a heartbreaking situation that causes unbearable pain for the victim, and for the kids. I'm talking about parental alienation. My guest in this episode is divorce mediator, Michael Cohen, who explains what parental alienation looks like, how parents might be doing it without even knowing, and specifically how it hurts everyone involved. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-alienation-of-a-child-from-a-parent-hurts-everyone-involved/

Sobriety and Recovery: Key Differences and How They Affect Divorcing Parents

Every divorce case is unique, and so is every divorce case that involves some kind of alcohol use or abuse. My guest in this episode is Chris Beck of Soberlink, who talks about the differences between sobriety and recovery, and how each one affects the divorce process and of course, the parents and children. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/sobriety-and-recovery-key-differences-and-how-they-affect-divorcing-parents/

Meditation and Mediation: Two Practices You Need for Your Health and Happiness

Meditation and mediation are two entirely separate practices. That said, not only are they only separated by one letter, but they are related a lot more than you might think. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney and mediator, Erica Speraw, who offers a look into each, and the benefits of doing both during divorce. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/mediation-vs-meditation-not-as-unrelated-as-you-might-think/

Revenge Affairs: Why People Have Them and Why It's a Bad Idea

Hurt people hurt people. We've all heard that statement. But what happens when a person decides to have an affair just to get revenge on their spouse? My guest is Brittany Baker, LCSW, a therapist who explains why people have revenge affairs (and affairs not for revenge) and why hurting someone this way is a really bad idea. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/revenge-affairs-why-people-have-them-and-why-its-a-bad-idea/

Your Divorce Strategy Guide: What's YOUR Strategy?

Having a strategy is always wise in any goals you have, and that includes a good divorce outcome. My guest in this episode is Tracy Coenen, Forensic Accountant and the founder of the Divorce Money Guide and the Divorce Strategy Guide. Tracy offers tips for planning and implementing a strategy that will help you get the best possible divorce outcome and post-divorce life. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/planning-for-a-divorce-lets-talk-strategies/

5 Tips to Success in Online Dating

Online dating can feel frustrating, disappointing, and hopeless. But it doesn't have to be that way! My guest in this episode is online dating coach, Alyssa Dineen, who offers tips for online dating that we hope will leave you feeling inspired and ready to mingle! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-to-be-successful-in-online-dating-5-tips/