The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

Divorce is complicated enough without having to think about paying for college! But if you have kids (even if they are years away from going to college), you need to listen to this episode, where Divorce Mediator, Brian James offers college planning tips and places to "find" money to fund college. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/college-planning-during-divorce-and-finding-money/

Getting divorced and wondering if you can stay in your home? Mortgage Lender and CDLP, Jan Leasure is my guest in this episode, and offers some great advice. Includes different options you have! Learn more here: https://diamondresidential.com/janleasure

Do you suspect your spouse or soon-to-be-ex is hiding money? If so, this is a great episode for you! My guest, Forensic Accountant, Tracy Coenen lists some red flags to look for and steps you can take. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/do-you-suspect-your-spouse-is-hiding-money/

If you're thinking about getting divorced, going through one, or starting to think about dating again, this is a great episode! In this episode, I talk about the 3 S's of a lasting romantic relationship. I can't take credit for these, they were part of the wedding officiant's speech to the couple. They are wonderful! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/3-kinds-of-love-in-a-lasting-romantic-relationship/

Co-parenting isn't easy, but it can get a lot more difficult with an ex who is behaving in a way that is unhealthy for the kids. In this episode, my guest, Therapist and Divorce Coach, Rita Morris offers some examples of inappropriate co-parenting, followed by tips on how to cope. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/inappropriate-co-parenting-examples-and-how-to-cope/

Thinking about getting divorced, but not sure if the marriage might be able to be saved? In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney, Katherine Miller addresses some things to consider. Also includes signs a marriage cannot be saved. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-signs-a-marriage-cannot-be-saved/

Divorce is devastating, but there is an upside: an opportunity to learn, to grow and to become your best, most authentic self. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Coach, Wendy Sterling talks about her journey, including 5 lessons she learned after her divorce. Oh, and she has a new book out! Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/Divorce-Sucks-Now-What-Yourself/dp/B0BVCWTFTR

When you get divorced, don't be surprised if certain people who you thought were your friends aren't your friends anymore. Here are 10 people who might not like you when you're getting divorced, along with my advice. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/10-people-who-might-not-like-you-when-you-get-divorced/

Anger during and after divorce is very understandable and very normal. But for some, it's hard to let that anger go, even when they want to let it go. In this episode, I offer tips on how to stop being angry so that you can have the post-divorce life you really want. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-do-you-stop-being-angry-about-divorce/

Divorcing an alcoholic is a long, stressful process. In this episode, my guest, divorce attorney, Tiffany Hughes talks about how to prove alcoholism in divorce. She and I also offer other really good tips when it comes to divorcing an alcoholic. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/how-to-prove-alcoholism-in-divorce-and-other-tips-on-divorcing-an-alcoholic/