The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Why You Need to Go on a Divorce Wellness Retreat

Divorce is very stressful on your body and your mind. You might not even realize it. So, stress management and self-care are the keys to living a happy, healthy post-divorce life. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Coach, Paulette Rigo talks about what divorce stress can do to the body. She also tells us about her amazing upcoming divorce wellness retreat in Belize! And guess what? You're invited! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/why-a-healing-and-wellness-divorce-retreat-is-just-what-the-doctor-ordered/

Want Peace After Divorce? I Have One Word

Want peace after divorce? Of course you do! I have one word that will help you get it: self-awareness. This episode is dedicated to the topic of self-awareness. It is a must-listen! I promise, it makes a huge difference. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/want-peace-after-divorce-one-thing-will-truly-help/

4 Tips for Sharing Expenses With Your Co-parent

When it comes to sharing expenses with your ex, things can get stressful, and can lead to frustration, disappointment and resentment. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney and Mediator, Rebecca Perra offers 4 tips that will help. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/4-tips-for-sharing-expenses-with-your-co-parent/

What Divorcing Women are Saying about Life, Fear, Growth and Hope

You are going to love this episode! I share responses of 7 questions I asked a large group of divorcing women. These include: What are your biggest fears? What has divorce taught you so far? and What is the most inappropriate thing someone has said to you about your divorce? Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/

Suburban Bigamy: A Shocking and Heartbreaking Divorce Story

Suburban Bigamy is the name of Michael Zimmerman's memoir about finding out at age 42 that his father had another wife and family just a few suburbs away. A great book, which I think would make an incredibly meaningful movie! Here is my interview with Michael. Learn more: https://suburban-bigamy.com/

Let’s Talk about Getting a Mortgage after Divorce

Getting a mortgage after divorce can feel scary and intimidating. In this episode, Mortgage Lender and CDLP, Jennifer Brown offers tips that will make a huge difference, and that will empower you to stop the fear and live a happy, healthy post-divorce life! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/lets-talk-about-getting-a-mortgage-after-divorce/

Friendships after Divorce can be Surprisingly Disappointing or Wonderful

As if you don't have enough stress in your life while going through a divorce, what happens when you feel like a friend stops being your friend? Also, how can you continue to be a good friend during your divorce? My guest, Divorce Coach, Holly Herzog has some advice! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/friendships-after-divorce-can-be-surprisingly-disappointing-and-wonderful/

What Amicable Divorce Really Means

A lot of people assume that you have to be friendly to have an amicable divorce, but that's not the case. Tracy Moore-Grant explains what an amicable divorce means as a divorce process, and offers tips to having an amicable divorce. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-does-amicable-divorce-mean/

Advice for Divorced Moms on Father’s Day

If you are a divorced mom, Father's Day might be a day you are dreading. In this episode, I offer advice on your kids going to Dad's for the day, how to talk to them, and how to make sure the day turns out great for you, too! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/a-checklist-for-divorced-moms-on-fathers-day/

The Touchy Subject of Child Support

The subject of child support truly is touchy. The person paying child support might have feelings of resentment and anger, and the receiver might feel entitled or like it's not enough. In this episode, I address feelings of both the giver and receiver of child support, and I offer suggestions on how to deal with these feelings. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/why-he-cant-stand-giving-you-that-child-support-check-every-month/