The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

One of the scariest parts of getting divorced is being alone. In fact, many people decide not to get divorced because they fear this. If this is you, you are going to LOVE this episode! My guests are Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® and Karen Chellew, (both divorced) and the founders of My Divorce Solution. We offer tips, and we hope you will feel inspired from this conversation.

In the wake of the Megan Kerrigan Andy Byron Coldplay kiss cam cheating incident, I was wondering, is it going to be possible for them to mediate their divorce? My guest is Divorce Mediator, Brian James and he says yes. We get into how these kinds of cases differ from other divorces, and we offer tips for those getting divorced from a cheater. 

If I was getting divorced now, one of my biggest sources of stress would be my beloved dog. Is he going to be OK? Will I get custody of him? Am I going to have to share custody? This is a great episode for dog lovers. My guest is Karis Nafte, a dog and pet mediator, dog behavior consultant, author and speaker. Karis answers all the questions you might have. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/professional/karis-nafte-founder-who-keeps-the-dog/

Divorce attorney, Joi Fairell tells it like it is, and in this episode, she shares insights into the divorce process, and answers so many questions you might have if you are newly separated or in the middle of your divorce. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-is-child-support-calculated-in-georgia/

It's not easy being married to someone who is controlling. But it might be even more difficult to divorce a controlling spouse. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Tiffany Hughes, who offers tips for going through a divorce when your soon-to-be-ex has a controlling personality. 

I'm a big fan of marriage therapy, but so often, I hear that it didn't work for couples and they ended up divorced. My guest in this episode is Ann Cerney, a Marriage Intensive Therapist, who shares her stories about couples who went to her for marriage intensive therapy, and the success they had. We explain what marriage intensive therapy is, and then talk about what goes on in the process and how it's different than traditional marriage therapy. Trying to save your marriage? This is a great episode for you! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-marriage-intensive-therapy-and-is-it-for-us/

So many times, women getting divorced have no idea what their life is going to look like after. That can feel scary, depressing, and sad, but my guests in this episode--who both went through divorces say life after divorce can be wonderful! Mimi Sullivan and Carolyn Bilyak are full of inspiration and tips for your post divorce life! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/3-words-that-can-help-you-build-your-post-divorce-life/

Online dating can feel so frustrating and disappointing, that you might be asking, "Is this really worth it?" My guest in this episode is dating after divorce coach, Laurie Gerber, and Laurie and say yes! We will offer you tips that will inspire you to keep trying if you want to find real, meaningful love. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/is-online-dating-worth-it-you-decide/

When people are first getting divorced (or thinking about one), they start googling. Actually, now they ask AI, as well. My guest in this episode is Hirsch Serman, Financial Divorce Coach and divorced dad, who found out just what information people are searching for. We reveal 10 things people want to know and then offer our advice. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/google-trends-for-divorce-topics-what-people-search/

Do you have divorce guilt? My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Katherine Miller, who explains why people getting divorced feel guilt and shame, and what the difference between the two is. We also offer tips for those feeling guilt and shame.