Disrupting Divorce: Conversations for Women
217 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsDivorce is the second highest stressor for women, second only to the death of a spouse.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and not even sure where to start? If so, you are in the right place! We are so glad you are here. Disrupting Divorce: Conversations for Women is for women who want to be heard, want to step into their financial power and want to get a better outcome. What is your next best disruptive move? Join Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Rhonda Noordyk, as she provides you with candid conversations, practical strategies, and positive encouragement so you can breathe easier and feel empowered every step of the way. Rhonda has spent over 18,000 hours helping women like you navigate divorce, challenge the status quo and come out stronger. So, if you're ready to accelerate your confidence and increase your sense of empowerment, tune in and join the thousands of women growing every day through the podcast.
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EP16: Don't Park... Keep Moving with Nilda Campuzano
July 27, 2018 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBToday’s episode with Nilda Campuzano is very refreshing and inspiring. We talk about the key elements in creating a thriving life weather you are contemplating divorce, going through it, or have gone through it. Nilda was a stay at home mom for 13 years before her divorce. She had a very trying time in the process - having children to consider, her family being in another country, and being away from the workforce for so long. But as she took things one step at a time, everything started c...
EP15: Divorce and Mental Illness with Shelly Smith, LMFT
July 20, 2018 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBMental Illness is a very difficult but extremely important issue to talk about. And this is even more heightened when one is going through divorce. Shedding light on this issue is Shelly Smith, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who talked about Mental Health & Wellness in Episode 8. In this episode, we discuss the different factors that can affect the divorce process when mental illness is involved. But the overarching theme, and the most critical, is for women to build a strong su...
EP14: Connecting Career & Confidence with Sara Reed
July 13, 2018 12:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBGoing through the divorce process and what comes after can be quite challenging. Having a dependable career and confidence in advocating yourself helps a lot in bringing normalcy and stability in this time. In this episode, Sara Reed shares her in-depth knowledge from an HR standpoint on how women can elevate themselves in the workforce. We talk about tips for women who are looking to re-enter the workforce and women who are looking to increase their cash flow. As women, we should learn ...
EP13: Three Keys to Successful Budgeting
July 06, 2018 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBBudgeting. This is a powerful word. It creates fear and anxiety. It produces avoidance-type behaviors. It even impacts relationships. What are the costs of not budgeting? There are costs to our overall well-being. 1) Health: Lack of sleep 2) Quality of life: Financial-related stress 3) Financial: Actual dollars & sense Most of my clients come to meet without a budget. There was no formal system for tracking expenses. Each spouse had a debt card – and spent money freel...
EP12: Mindset… Your Greatest Weapon with Freddie Harris
June 22, 2018 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBThe more women I speak with who have spouses that are too controlling, the more my concern grows for them. These women are in a situation where the person they trusted the most are now the threat to their safety. The question is, how can they assure their own security? From mental tips like changing one’s mindset, to practical advices like getting a new phone, Freddie Harris, Founder of Badger Krav Maga, joins us for today’s episode to give us substantial ways on how we can shelter oursel...
EP11: Resilience & Resourcefulness with Judy Hahn
June 15, 2018 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBThe health component takes such a big impact in divorce. However, the mind component is just as significant. When women go through divorce, they are physically and mentally drained. How can women take care of themselves when it’s the mind they have to nurse? What can women do when they feel overwhelmed? Should they run away from it? Should they stay in place or move forward? How would they deal with the drama and challenges that linger? Who can they rely on? How will they become irrepressi...
EP10: 5 D's of Estate Planning with Atty Elizabeth Ruthmansdorfer
June 08, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBWhen someone goes through divorce, there are so many aspects to assess, so many decisions to make. With all of the processes to go through, people tend to overlook their financial assets. Estate planning is one of the most vital financial assets to consider, but one that is usually left out. Why exactly is estate planning a significant asset to check? It’s all about protecting your loved ones from a sudden change in assets. How do we set up an estate plan? What should we prepare for the pl...
EP9: Strategy is in the Numbers with Michelle Gabor, MBA, CPA
June 01, 2018 12:30 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBOne of the most overwhelming and intimidating aspects of a divorce is its financial aspect. Most women going through it find it difficult to manage their finances, along with all the other things to think about. How can they exactly prepare for it when they are in this situation? Today’s guest, Michelle Gabor, MBA, CPA walks us through the process of taking charge of our assets. Talking finance does not need to be baffling. If women are properly guided by the right people and they explore ...
EP8: Mental Health & Wellness with Shelly Smith, LMFT
May 22, 2018 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBFor someone who is going through divorce, it is not a cake walk. It’s more like riding on a never-ending emotional rollercoaster. Emotions are all over the place and it may feel like you are in a pit. Women going through divorce are constantly seeking guidance and directions on how to manage their feelings, and on how to improve their self-compassion. Shelly Smith, a Licensed Therapist on Marriage and Family Therapy, shares her insights on how women can be empowered during these tough time...
EP7: Tips for Better Sleep with Elise Miller
May 08, 2018 08:01 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBWe have always been told that people need 7-8 hours of sleep. However, forty percent of Americans are sleep-deprived. We understand the importance of sleep, but add stress with divorce? Then you get sleep deprivation. People would most likely just overlook this by thinking that they are just tired, but the effects of not having enough sleep should not just be shrugged off. A higher risk of experiencing anxiety and depression, mental capabilities hindered and the immune system weakening are...
EP6: Significance & Style with Rebecca Sheperd
April 30, 2018 04:28 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBFor a divorced woman experiencing loss, and perhaps on her way to losing the confidence she once had, enlightenment is necessary. Throughout my conversation with Rebecca, I learned that we have our own identity, and that we are powerful. I was reminded that we are all significant and that our style matters. Our inner and outer beauty, indeed, needs an investment, and for it to grow, we need to take action by opening ourselves to new styles and embracing it. In this episode, Rebecca and I...
EP5: Empowering Yourself to Navigate Finances With Gaylene Stingl, MST, CPA, CVA
April 14, 2018 02:54 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBEmpowering yourself to make wise and informed choices regarding finances as you are going through divorce is one of the key factors as you are stepping into independence. Gaylene Stingl has over 25 years experience in providing business management, tax and financial consulting to individuals and small businesses. She is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and has a Masters of Science in Taxation. In this episode, we talk about empowering yourself, gaining knowledg...
EP4: Managing your Self-Talk
March 30, 2018 01:54 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MBThere is a quote by Beverly Ingall that I want to share with you. “Turn down the volume of your negative inner voice and create a nurturing inner voice to take its place.” Why is it that when we are already down in the dumps, we become our biggest critic? Why is it that when we make a mistake, instead of learning from it, we obsess over it? To help us go through a divorce, we must all be aware of our self-talk. Our biggest pep talk comes from within us. I would like to share five tips ...
EP3: Seeking Financial Knowledge
March 30, 2018 01:50 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBOne thing is for sure. Going through a divorce is overwhelming. It is a heavy, arduous thing to go through. And the question that floods our mind is, “What do I do now?” The first step I always tell my clients is to identify your strengths. When you do, you can use your strengths as leverage and tackle this situation in a more logical and empowered way. There are two key factors when seeking financial knowledge. Get acquainted with the facts of your specific situation Become familiar ...
EP3: Seeking Financial Knowledge
March 30, 2018 01:50 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBOne thing is for sure. Going through a divorce is overwhelming. It is a heavy, arduous thing to go through. And the question that floods our mind is, “What do I do now?” The first step I always tell my clients is to identify your strengths. When you do, you can use your strengths as leverage and tackle this situation in a more logical and empowered way. There are two key factors when seeking financial knowledge. Get acquainted with the facts of your specific situation Become familiar ...
EP2: 10 Questions to Ask When Interviewing an Attorney
March 30, 2018 01:45 - 12 minutes - 18 MBLet’s be real. Contacting a divorce attorney may be hard enough, but asking the real questions may be harder. When a woman goes through a divorce, it’s hard to stay focused on what to ask and what not to. To help our listeners, I have listed some essential questions to ask your attorney. What is your hourly rate? How much is the upfront retainer? How much do you bill? Do you exclusively practice family law? What is exactly the process? What is your philosophy? What is your pos...
EP1: Introduction to Divorce Conversations for Women
March 30, 2018 01:34 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBI have worked with a lot of clients throughout the years. But working with women has always been special for me. And women who are going through divorce need more support, especially when it comes to finances. Which is why I have given birth to this podcast. It is to be the go-to resource for increasing financial clarity for women going through divorce. With this podcast, I want to cover everything from the practical side, such as financial wellness, questions to ask lawyers, increasing ca...