The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Surviving Mother's Day and Other Holidays During Divorce

That first Mother's Day during divorce can be so emotional! That's why my guests and I (we are all divorced moms) decided to talk about the emotions you might be feeling as the day approaches. My guests are Mimi Sullivan and Carolyn Bilyak, co-founders of Rebranding Divorce-The Ready for More Community, and we have so many wonderful nuggets of advice that will help you feel less stressed and even excited for Mother's Day and other holidays during and after divorce.

5 Reasons Why Your Ex is Being So Mean to You

It's really hard. You go from being married to acting like strangers, or even worse, enemies. Ever wonder why your ex is being so cold and mean? My guest in this episode is divorce attorney turned divorce and decision coach, Karen Covy. We address the reasons he/she is acting the way they are and we offer advice on what to do.

How An Emotional or Physical Affair Impacts a Divorce Case

Every divorce is difficult, but when you add infidelity into the mix, things can get more heated. That means legally, as well. My guest in this episode is Texas based divorce attorney, David Heiman, who explains how an affair can impact a divorce case. David also offers advice to those who are in this situation.

Is It Mine or Ours? Inheritance and Divorce

It's a pretty scary thought: You're thinking about divorce or going through one, and you're not sure if you will have to split your inheritance. That's what this episode is all about. My guest is New Orleans based divorce attorney, Zara Zeringue, who offers a look into this very important aspect of divorce and offers advice on keeping what you feel is yours!

House Mistakes People Make in Divorce

When it comes to divorce, one of the most stressful aspects is the house: should we sell it? Should we rent? should we buy a new place? Realtor, Real Estate Collaboration Specialist-Divorce, and Certified Divorce Specialist, Megan Sullivan is our guest, and she explains some of the mistakes she's seen divorcing couples make in a divorce and how to avoid making them. 

Is My Ex Hiding Cryptocurrency?

Is my ex hiding cryptocurrency? That's a question divorcing people are asking more and more lately, as crypto investments continue to grow. My guest in this episode has been a crypto expert for over a decade. His name is Chris Groshong and he's the founder of her company, Coinstructure. Chris offers advice on finding crypto, as well as the importance of making sure it's valued accurately. 

The 5 Love Languages and Your Divorce

"The 5 Love Languages" is a famous book by Gary Chapman. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Coach, Justin Milrad and I talk about the 5 love languages, as they pertain to your divorce. Our discussion might help you feel validated, and understand what went wrong, and what you can do to make your future relationships better!

7 Ways To Keep Kids Self-Confident, Loving and Emotionally Healthy

We all want the same things for our kids: we want them to be self-confident, loving, and emotionally healthy, right? My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Sharon Oberst DeFala, who has been working with divorcing families for decades. Sharon shares her wisdom and insight about how to ensure your kids grow up healthy and happy, even during divorce and of course, after divorce.

Go Ahead and Be Mad at Me! When Kids Blame Mom for the Divorce

Feeling like your kids are blaming you for the divorce? Feel like they think Dad can do no wrong? My guest in this episode is Kristen Noel, Divorce Coach and Co-founder of The Intuitive Divorce. We talk about how you might be feeling and what you can do. 

Why Divorce Support Groups are a Life Saver!

Emotional support is so important during and after divorce. That might mean many things, including therapy, friends, family, or a divorce coach. Debra Alper is a Divorce and Recovery therapist, who says support groups are the way to go to have an overall much better divorce experience, and to have a happy, healthy life after. Learn more by listening or read the article on this subject here!