The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Are you in divorce litigation that you think might end up going to trial? If so, this is a great episode for you. My guest is divorce attorney, Richard Lebovitz, who gives us a look into what happens during a divorce trial. He also offers tips on preparing for trial and what you should and shouldn't do during the actual trial. 

It can feel so hurtful and painful when your ex starts dating someone so quickly after you separate--even if you are the one who wanted the divorce. My guest in this episode is Karen Covy, Divorce and Decision Coach, and we talk about what you might be feeling and how you can cope-especially how you can get your mindset to a place where you still make good decisions in the divorce.

Why would someone fear their spouse in a divorce? Possible reasons include: increased conflict, the spouse is acting like a bully, or he or she could get physical. My guest in this episode is high conflict divorce coach, Cherie Morris, and we talk through all of these possible reasons, and then offer advice on how to handle your fears. Read the article Cherie wrote on this topic here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/im-afraid-of-my-husband-particularly-who-he-might-become-in-the-divorce/

Do you feel like your ex might be hiding money in the divorce? If so, you might be considering hiring a forensic accountant. My guests in this episode are Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® and Karen Chellew, Co-founders of My Divorce Solution, who explain what exactly a forensic accountant does, and talk about when and when you don't need one. 

Financial advisors and CDFAs, Pete Mullins and Lauren Connelly share 4 questions they get asked often when working with people facing divorce. This episode will empower you and help you understand how financial planning can help you get a better divorce outcome and feel more in control of your money. 

Have you ever gotten an email and you just don't know how to take the tone of it? Is the person angry? Written communication can be tricky, especially when it comes to divorce. My guest in this episode is divorce mediator, Brian James, who offers tips for writing emails and sending texts to your ex during and after divorce. These might be game changers for the outcome of your divorce, and for your co-parenting relationship.

Every divorce is hard. But what happens when your faith community doesn't support your decision to end your marriage? That's what happened to author, Alisha Roth, a young mother with 4 children at the time. Alisha is our guest, and she shares her story, along with tips for those in this situation. By the way, the book is called "Courageous Divorce" and I read it in 3 days! 

The financial aspect of a divorce can be the most stressful part of this major life transition. Who better than to offer money management tips than my guest, Financial Divorce Coach, Hirsch Serman? These are game changers in helping you feel more calm and organized. 

If you are considering divorce, you have probably been thinking about it for a long time-months or even years. Making the decision to divorce takes time and a lot of thought. But there's something else that might help you make the best decisions for you and your kids: planning. My guest in this episode is NY based divorce attorney, Andrea Friedman, who talks specifically about the kind of planning that will help you make those really important decisions--everything from financial and real estate to parenting plans and lifestyle.

Parenting plans can be tricky. You don't want to have everything set in stone, yet you need to make sure there is structure. My guest in this episode is divorce mediator, Erik Feig, who offers tips on creating healthy parenting plans to benefit both parents and kids.