The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

People often feel shame and embarrassment in a second divorce. You should NOT feel that way! This is just part of the conversation in this episode. My guest is divorce attorney, Megan Beck, who offers practical and emotional advice to those going through a second divorce. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/divorce-in-a-second-marriage-your-guide/

Divorce is a complicated process that takes a lot of time. So, it's not uncommon for people to feel frustrated by how long the process is taking, and the long periods of time you might not hear from your attorney. All that said, if your gut is telling you your attorney is not a good fit, you might consider changing attorneys. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Renee Read, a partner at Remley Law, who offers advice and things to keep in mind if you are considering switching attorneys. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/when-is-it-too-late-to-change-attorneys-during-divorce-almost-never/

If you are living with an addict, or going through a divorce from someone who is an addict, or if you have a child, family member or friends who is an addict, this is a great episode for you. If you are feeling frustrated and have tried so many things to get the person to stop and nothing is working, listen to my guest, Amber Hollingsworth! Amber talks about a method she uses that could be effective! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-to-help-an-addict-invisible-intervention/

If you are a woman paying alimony in your divorce, or if you are going through a divorce or thinking about a divorce and you think you might have to pay alimony, this is a great episode for you! My guest is Leah Hadley, CDFA® and Divorce Mediator, who offers advice, both practical and emotional advice for this situation. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/women-paying-alimony-myths-facts-and-advice/

Anger in divorce is normal and understandable. But if you don't manage it properly, or if you hang on to anger too long, it can hurt you in many ways. My guest in this episode is therapist, Juli Walton, LCPC, who explains the dangers of holding onto anger, and offers advice on how to let anger go. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-to-let-go-of-anger-in-divorce-and-the-impact-if-you-dont/

Grieving the breakup part of your divorce? Of course you are. My guest in this episode is Divorce Coach, Jenine Marie Powell, and together, Jenine and I talk about 9 emotions you might be feeling and how to cope. If you are hurting emotionally, this is a great episode for you! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/your-painful-breakup-9-things-you-might-be-feeling/

Do you want wealth and abundance after divorce? Of course you do. It's a loaded question. Divorce can make a person insecure and stressed about finances, budgeting and saving. My guest in this episode is financial advisor, Amanda Campbell, CFP®, CDFA®, who talks about little, baby steps you can take to get to a place of comfort, and yes, wealth and abundance. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/baby-steps-to-wealth-and-abundance/

If you are selling your home in a divorce, the last thing you probably want to think about is renovating it. But in this episode, we talk about how a small renovation--that takes very little time and doesn't cost a fortune, can help you in a justified higher asking price and much larger profit. My guest is Amanda Valente, co-founder of Renovation Sells. Amanda and I talk about "selling smart in divorce" and we offer tips for those stressed about the process. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/before-selling-a-house-in-divorce-consider-renovating/

Coparenting is never easy, but it gets a lot more difficult and challenging when one of the parents is in a new relationship. My guest in this episode is Trina Nudson, founder of the BeH20 coparenting program. Trina offers practical advice on coping, setting boundaries, and making sure you put the kids first. Trina and I also share some personal stories. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/co-parenting-boundaries-while-in-a-new-relationship/

Every divorce is unique, but there are some challenges that comes with high net worth divorce--situations where there are complex assets. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Odalo Ohiku, who explains some of the issues that arise in a high net worth divorce. He also offers advice on how to protect yourself in one. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/understanding-high-net-worth-divorce/