The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Thinking about a Second Marriage? 5 Topics to Discuss with Your Partner

Second marriage could be a horrible experience, or it could be the best thing that ever happened to you. You have a better chance of the second marriage being healthy and happy if you have certain discussions. In this episode, my guest, Wills and Estate Planning Attorney, Stephanie Sexauer and I talk about 5 topics you might want to discuss with your partner before getting remarried. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/second-marriage-after-50-topics-to-discuss/

”My Daughter is Getting Married:” a Divorced Mom’s Thoughts and other Relationship Advice

What happens when you are divorced and your adult son or daughter is getting married? That's the topic of this episode with my guest, Allison Alexander, a divorced mom and financial advisor whose daughter is getting married. Allison and I also offer relationship and dating advice. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/my-daughter-is-getting-married-a-divorced-moms-thoughts/

Reflections of a Divorced Woman Turning 57: Can You Relate?

I get very sentimental and reflective around my birthdays, so as I turn 57, I dedicated this episode to talking about what I'm thinking and how I'm feeling at this age. Let me know if you can relate! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-does-a-57-year-old-woman-look-like-moi/

Is Your Spouse Hiding Money In the Divorce? Find out!

Wondering if your spouse or soon-to-be-ex is hiding money? Well, listen up! In this episode, my guest, CPA and Forensic Accountant, Tracy Coenen offers advice on how to find out. Includes red flags to look out for what you can do if he or she is. We also discuss Tracy's 10-step handbook, "Divorce Money Guide," an inexpensive tool to be your own forensic accountant. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/is-your-spouse-hiding-money-in-the-divorce/

4 Things Often Overlooked in Divorce Agreements

When people are getting divorced, they just want it to be over. While I can understand that (and have been there) it's important to be thorough when it comes to your divorce agreement. In this episode, my guest, divorce attorney, Katherine Miller offers a list of 4 things that are often overlooked in divorce agreements. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/4-things-often-overlooked-in-divorce-agreements/

Have any Dirty Little Secrets?

Let's be honest. We all have dirty little secrets. But, do you realize how healthy and beneficial it is to admit them? In this podcast, my guest, Gretchen Hydo, Master Certified Coach, shares some advice on dirty little secrets, internal rules we create, and how to shed the secrets and get to a happy, healthy place. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/being-honest-with-yourself-in-healing-after-divorce/

5 Tips for Coparenting with Someone Who Hurt You

Coparenting isn't easy, especially if you are still hurt and angry with your ex. In this episode, my guest, Therapist and Parenting Coach, Rita Morris offers tips for coparenting with someone who hurt you. Read this article on the same topic: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-tips-for-coparenting-with-someone-who-hurt-you/

Dating the Divorced Man: Tips and How to Get Him to Marry You (If That’s What You Want)

I spent about a decade meeting, befriending, interviewing, dating, loving and leaving divorced men. In this episode, I reveal what I learned, and offer advice to women who want to get married again. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-makes-a-man-want-to-get-married-these-9-things/

Parental Alienation: Examples of It and Tips if You Think You’re a Victim

Parental Alienation is ugly, hurtful, vindictive and heartbreaking for children. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney, Tiffany Hughes and I talk about parental alienation, we offer examples of it, and tips on what to do if you think you are a victim of it. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/parental-alienation-against-a-mother-or-a-father/

Tips on Fashion, Happiness and Self-love after Divorce

In this episode, we're having some fun talking fashion tips and the new you after your divorce! Fashion expert, Suzanne Newman and I talk about everything from cleaning out closets to shopping, to the importance of loving your body and being healthy. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/