Divorce Dialogues
212 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsDivorce Dialogues brings experts together to talk about what works (and what doesn't) to reach a better life on the other side of divorce.
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Managing Divorce in the Coronavirus Era with Michelle Smith
April 09, 2020 18:45 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThere is no precedent for how to negotiate a divorce under the current circumstances. We simply can’t ask what a division of assets looks like during a Coronavirus pandemic because it’s never happened before! So, how can divorcing couples get creative and collaborate on financially neutral solutions that serve both parties? Michelle Smith is the Founder and CEO of Source Financial Advisors, a wealth management and divorce financial planning firm based in New York City. Michelle has spent the...
How to Build a Parenting Plan That Work for Your Children with Elyse Goldweber
April 01, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBAmong the most painful aspects of divorce is not being able to see our children for extended periods of time. And the holidays can be especially difficult. So, what do divorcing parents need to consider as we negotiate a parenting plan that works for everyone involved? What can we do to protect our kids through the process and design an agreement that is as fair as possible? Elyse Golweber has 30-plus years of experience in the realm of matrimonial law, family law and the dissolution of busi...
Preparing Your Kids for the Transition to Divorce with Dr. Jeff Zimmerman
March 18, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBConventional wisdom tells us that divorce has a negative influence on children. And yet, the research reveals that it’s the level of parental conflict that has the greatest adverse impact on kids—whether their parents stay married or not. So, how can we work WITH our ex to make the transition a little easier on our children? What can we do to step up and be parents for our kids when they need us most? Dr. Jeffrey Zimmerman is a licensed psychologist with more than 35 years of experience sup...
Expert Advice on Selling Your Home During Divorce with Lou Rodriguez
March 04, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBSelling your home is a complex process in and of itself. But selling your home because of divorce adds another layer of complexity. How do you make decisions with an ex when you’re already struggling to communicate? Lou Rodriguez is a professionally trained and certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist and Real Estate Probate Specialist based in South Florida. He has 19 years of experience in valuing homes and analyzing market trends, and in that time, he has closed on more than 700 transacti...
Getting a Fair Divorce Settlement with a CDFA with Nancy Hetrick
February 19, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBAs you negotiate a divorce settlement, it’s useful to think about assets like a bowl of fruit. While it might look like an apple and a pear have the same worth, it’s crucial to solicit the advice of a professional to ensure that what appears to be a 50/50 split is truly equal. So, how can a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) help you navigate the divorce-specific items in the tax code and negotiate a fair settlement with your former spouse? Nancy Hetrick is the CDFA behind Smarter Di...
Manage Strong Emotions & Divorce with Dignity with Dr. Susan Heitler
February 05, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIt’s no surprise that divorcing couples deal with strong emotions. And yet, we know that our brains work best when we’re in the Calm Zone. So, how do we manage the feelings of anxiety, anger or sadness that come up in the divorce process? How do we bring ourselves back to that quiet, problem-solving mode so that we can divorce with dignity? Dr. Susan Heitler is a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, anger and marital difficulties. Educated at Harvard a...
The Nuances of Military Divorce with John P. Cannon
January 22, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIf you’re divorcing a member of the military or you’re a servicemember yourself, there are a number of complexities around the process that make it different from a civilian divorce. So, what are the special considerations associated with military divorce? John P. Cannon is the founder of Cannon & Associates, an Oklahoma City firm with expertise in military divorce and criminal defense. He is also a Judge Advocate in the Oklahoma National Guard, advising and representing Soldiers in matters ...
Reclaiming Your Power After a Divorce You Didn’t Choose with Denise LaRue
January 08, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBHow do you reclaim your power after a divorce—especially if the breakup wasn’t your decision? It starts with making yourself a priority and getting the support necessary to step out of your role as a victim. And if you’re willing to explore your trauma and do the work necessary to heal, the reward is an opportunity to contribute your best self to the world. Denise LaRue is the trauma-informed life coach behind Denise LaRue Coaching, a practice dedicated to helping women reclaim their power a...
How to Divorce a Narcissist & Get Your Power Back with Lisa Cheatham
December 11, 2019 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThe early stages of a relationship with a narcissist feel perfect. They are charming and charismatic and make you feel like you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. But when something seems too good to be true, it usually is. And without fail, being with a narcissist evolves into a situation where you’re always trying to please and everything is your fault. So, how do you take the first steps to leave a narcissist? And how do you take care of yourself in the divorce process? Lisa Ch...
How to Start Forgiving Your Ex After a Divorce with Everett Worthington
November 27, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBForgiveness is hard, especially in the aftermath of a divorce. We don’t want to let our ex ‘get away with’ what they did to hurt us. But most of us realize that carrying resentment, anger and bitterness doesn’t benefit us in any way. So, how can we begin to let go of our negative emotions and forgive a former partner? Commonwealth Professor Emeritus Dr. Everett Worthington is a leader in the field of forgiveness research, religion and spirituality in clinical practice, and the hope-focused a...
Using Mindfulness Tools to Navigate Divorce with Joree Rose
October 30, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBCommunicating with an ex is ripe with triggers, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by our emotions and react in a volatile way that we’re not proud of after the fact. But there are mindfulness tools to help us pause in the moment, observe what we’re feeling, and respond in a skillful way. Joree Rose is the licensed marriage and family therapist behind the Bay Area Mindfulness and Therapy Center, a practice that offers mindfulness and meditation classes as well as private therapy for individual...
Learning to Move On After Midlife Divorce with Fiona Eckersley
October 16, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBDivorce is difficult enough. But if you’ve been married for many years and your identity is wrapped up in your role as a partner and parent, the process can be even more fraught. What makes midlife divorce particularly challenging? And how do you move on from a relationship that defined you for so long? Fiona Eckersley is the Confidence Coach and Divorce Recovery Expert behind Find Your Fabulous, a coaching practice that helps women in their forties and beyond heal after divorce. She is also...
An Investigator’s Role in the Divorce Process with Philip Segal
October 02, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBCurious what your soon-to-be ex-spouse isn’t telling you? If you suspect that your former partner is hiding assets, but you don’t want to hire a forensic accountant until you’re sure, it may be time to talk to an intelligence firm. So, what role does an investigator play in the divorce process? And who are they best equipped to help? Philip Segal is the Managing Member of Charles Griffin Intelligence, a fact-finding firm that helps clients uncover assets, conduct due diligence, and locate wi...
A Me-First Approach to Dating After Divorce with Bernadette Smith
September 18, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBSo, you’re ready to start dating again after divorce, but you don’t want to make the same mistakes as last time. How can you do an autopsy on your marriage to understand what worked and what didn’t? How can you get clear on who YOU are and what you’re looking for in a partner? How can you find a compatible connection and then establish a loving relationship that lasts? Bernadette Smith is the creator of Compatible Connections, a boutique coaching firm that specializes in helping divorced wom...
Developing a Financial Plan for Divorcing Couples with Ivy Menchel
August 21, 2019 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBIt’s never really just about the numbers. Money is emotional, and our feelings about finances reflect what’s going on inside. This is especially true for divorcing couples making major money decisions that will impact the rest of their lives. So, how can we navigate those emotions and design a financial plan that makes sense for both parties? Ivy Menchel is the Founder and President of Family Wealth Planning Partners, a firm that specializes in divorce financial analysis. She leverages her 2...
Get Closure with Your Ex & Divorce with Dignity with Dr. Bonnie Eaker-Weil
August 14, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBTo divorce with dignity, couples need closure. Until we’ve said goodbye to the relationship, we simply can’t let go of the blame and shame of the breakup and reach a peaceful resolution. But what does that look like? How can we work through the grief early on, so that we don’t end up having very expensive arguments in an attorney’s office? A relationship expert with four decades in private practice, Dr. Bonnie Eaker-Weil is widely recognized as one of America’s best couples therapists. She i...
How to Divorce a Narcissist with Dr. Karyl McBride
July 31, 2019 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBWill I ever be good enough? If you’re married to a narcissist, chances are you’ve struggled with this question. But the truth is, it’s impossible to please a narcissist, and you may need to leave the relationship. So, what can you do to prepare for the divorce process? Is there any way to avoid a high-conflict divorce? How can you protect your children and offer them the empathy they can’t get from a narcissistic parent? Dr. Karyl McBride is a marriage and family therapist with 30-plus years...
Connecting with Your Kids as a Divorced Dad with Tommy Maloney
July 17, 2019 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBDivorce is difficult enough, but it’s particularly tough when you feel like you’re losing your kids. How can you maintain the connection with your children when your time with them is limited? How do you make memories whether or not you live in the same household? Tommy Maloney is the cofounder of Blending the Family, a platform dedicated to helping divorced parents navigate dating and remarriage. He is also the author of 25 Tips for Divorced Dads and the host of the Blending the Family Pod...
Couples Counseling BEFORE the Wheels Come Off with Rachel & Kyle Wright
July 03, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB52% of married people don’t consider themselves happy. Yet, we don’t reach out for support until something is really wrong. Why are we settling for happy enough? What if we sought couples counseling early on and learned how to build truly fulfilling relationships? Rachel and Kyle Wright are the founders of Wright Wellness Center, a relationship coaching practice designed to change how our culture treats relationships, sex and mental health. WWC offers a catalog of masterclasses, online progr...
Staging an Epic Comeback After Divorce with Nikki Bruno
June 20, 2019 19:35 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBIn the midst of a challenging divorce, it may feel as if you’ll never be able to move on. But what if you could use the divorce process as fuel to stage an epic comeback, reclaim your power and design your own best life? Nikki Bruno is the founder and CEO of Catalyst Coaching. Her signature program, The Epic Comeback, helps women stage an epic comeback and build a joyful life in the aftermath of a long-term challenge or crisis such as divorce, domestic abuse, loss, illness or injury. Prior t...
Co-Parenting to Protect Your Children During Divorce with Julie Ross
May 29, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIf your child comes home complaining about your ex-spouse, it can be incredibly difficult not to react. You want to intervene, to defend your child. And your instinct is to address the issue with the other parent right away. But what if that puts your child in the middle—one of the very things you’ve been trying to avoid? How can you learn to take a step back and decide whether that problem really belongs to you? What is the best way to navigate co-parenting and protect your children during a...
Profile Styling for Online Daters After Divorce with Alyssa Dineen
May 15, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBGetting back into the dating scene after a divorce can be challenging, especially if you never dreamed you’d be looking for love on an app. How do you write a compelling bio? How do you choose pictures that will lead to quality matches? What do you wear on a date, especially if your style hasn’t changed in years? Where can you go for help navigating the online dating process? Alyssa Dineen is the founder of Style My Profile, a consulting agency that helps clients improve their online dating ...
Become Fully ALIVE Through the Divorce Process with Anne-Louise DePalo
April 03, 2019 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBDivorce forces us to forge a new identity. Like it or not, life is different now, and we can either fight the change or accept and adapt to a new reality. Best case scenario, we use the crisis as an opportunity to change for the better, making decisions about what we value and focusing on our health and spiritual growth. We can leverage the divorce process to become fully ourselves—and fully ALIVE! Anne-Louise DePalo is a New York attorney with 30-plus years of experience in the realm of div...
A Top Hostage Negotiator’s Approach to Divorce with Chris Voss
March 20, 2019 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBDivorce settlements are often compared with business deals. But the analogy falls apart when you consider that business deals give you the option to walk away. Perhaps a better parallel is that of a hostage negotiation, where you have no choice but to work with the other side. And in both cases, approaching the negotiation with respect—despite your very different point of view—is the most beneficial strategy. Chris Voss is the founder and CEO of The Black Swan Group, a professional developm...
Organizing a Space to Support Your Best Self Post-Divorce with Janine Sarna-Jones
March 19, 2019 22:11 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBLet’s face it: We are emotionally attached to our stuff. During major life transitions like divorce, downsizing, or dealing with a death in the family, that attachment is exacerbated by the emotional upheaval that accompanies change. How can a professional organizer help you learn to ‘treasure hunt’ rather than just keep things for the sake of keeping them? And how do you design a space to support the person you are becoming in the aftermath of these key life transitions? Janine Sarna-Jones ...
Telling the Story of Your Divorce with Steve Friedman
March 06, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIn the midst of difficult life transitions like divorce, it is human nature to reach extreme, self-defeating conclusions: I’m incapable of love! All men are sociopaths! The world is unspeakably cruel! How can we take a closer look at what happened in our relationship and expand the narrative to something a little more nuanced, a little more balanced, a little closer to the truth? One strategy that works is to tell the story of your divorce in writing. Steve Friedman is the award-winning auth...
Helping Teens Cope with Divorce & Adapt to Blended Families with Barbara Rothberg
February 20, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBDivorce is never easy on the kids involved, but the process can be particularly fraught for teenagers. How does divorce impact teens differently than younger children? What is the best way to customize a parenting plan for teens? And how can you support teens in adapting to a new, blended family? Barbara Rothberg, DSW, LCSW, has 35-plus years of experience helping clients resolve conflicts and navigate transitions in their lives. In her role as a divorce coach and child specialist, Barbara h...
Reclaiming a Sense of Control in the Divorce Process with Sonia Queralt
February 06, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBOnce you have made the difficult decision to divorce, a sense of urgency sets in. You want to get through the painful process as quickly as possible. Yet it is unwise to make snap decisions when you’re under that kind of emotional stress. How do you give yourself time to process what is going on? How do you define your non-negotiables and use them to reclaim a sense of control? And how do you find the right professionals to guide you through the divorce process? Sonia Queralt is a former di...
Building a Community to Help You Navigate Divorce with Deanna Coyle
January 23, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMost people dealing with divorce feel isolated and alone. It’s challenging to find people who really understand what you’re going through and attending events around the divorce process can prove embarrassing. So, where can you go to learn about your options, get recommendations for trusted professionals and connect with other people who truly empathize with your situation? Where can you find a safe, supportive community that will help you find a new life on the other side of divorce? Deanna...
A Non-Toxic Approach to Divorce with Gabrielle Hartley
January 07, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBDivorce is a difficult, painful process. But at the end of the day, people pursue divorce because they want to be happier and improve their lives. The experience CAN afford you the opportunity to look inward, rediscover yourself and architect a better future—if you approach divorce in a mindful, non-toxic way. Gabrielle Hartley is committed to helping couples divorce with dignity and ease. Gabrielle has 20-plus years of experience as a divorce attorney and mediator, and in that time, she ha...
The Nuances of a High Net Worth Divorce with Michelle Smith
December 26, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBA divorce is a divorce is a divorce. And yet, there is a different layer of complication when divorce involves high net worth individuals. Whether the wealth came from an inheritance or wages earned during the marriage, there is a strong emotional charge involved as the divorcing couple sorts out who is entitled to what. Michelle Smith is one of the most sought-after divorce financial specialists in the country. As the founder and CEO of Smith FSG, she is dedicated to providing clients with...
How Divorce Litigation Impacts Children with Shara Goldfarb
October 31, 2018 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBDivorce litigation changes kids, and the attorney for the child witnesses this change firsthand. In contested custody matters, children watch the conflict between their parents play out in court—and no good comes from it. Some of these cases drag on for years, and the circumstances are toxic for the kids involved. Shara Goldfarb is an attorney with the Miller Law Group whose practice centers on matrimonial and family law. She has 15-plus years of experience representing children in highly-co...
The Evolution of Marriage—and Divorce with Stephanie Coontz
October 17, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBOver the last 40 years, marriage has evolved from an institution based on strict gender roles and specialization to a connection based on friendship and shared interests. Our expectations of marriage have shifted as well, the standards for intimacy rising along with the need to negotiate shared responsibilities. So, how can couples best navigate these new rules? And how does this transition impact societal attitudes toward divorce? Stephanie Coontz is an author and educator in the field of m...
The Realities of Divorce Law with Jacqueline Newman
October 03, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBOur cultural vision of divorce court is very different from reality. We fantasize about justice and imagine that the judge will take our side. But the truth of the matter is that most cases settle, and in those that do make it to trial, the judgement has little to do with who is morally right. So, if trial decisions are an urban myth, what does divorce really look like? Jacqueline Newman is a matrimonial law expert and divorce attorney based in New York City. As the managing partner of Berkm...
Reconnecting with Yourself After Divorce with Sara Woodard
September 18, 2018 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBDivorce is a heart-wrenching process, but it is also an opportunity. Healing from the heartbreak affords you a new beginning, a chance to reconnect with who you are and what’s important to you. Sara Woodard is the architect of The HeartFull Journey, a platform designed to help you reconnect with yourself in the aftermath of divorce. Sara has compiled the tools and resources she created during her own divorce journey, and her blog, online course and workbooks serve to support others in rega...
Empowering Divorcing Couples to Communicate Through Mediation with Linda Schoonover Carley
August 08, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe heightened emotions that come with divorce often lead to impulsive action. The brain shuts down and couples jump into litigation without considering the consequences—or the alternatives. But the court system takes their power away and hands all of the decisions over to a judge, and at the end of the day, everybody loses. How can we reestablish communication between these couples, empowering them to make decisions on their own? Linda Schoonover Carley is a former family, dependency and ju...
Stop Poisoning Your Heart and Divorce with Compassion with Neelama Eyres & Michael Schiesser
August 02, 2018 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBHolding on to bitterness and resentment is like drinking rat poison and then waiting for the rat to die. It is so much easier to blame someone who has caused you pain than it is to own your part in it and develop compassion for the hurt they are feeling—particularly in the case of divorce. But if you have the courage to open yourself up to another person’s pain, it is possible to heal and grow in your capacity for empathy and understanding. Neelama Eyres and Michael Schiesser are the co-fou...
Navigating the Four Stages of Divorce with Liza Caldwell
July 25, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIf you’re reading this, you are likely familiar with the first stage of the divorce process, the stage Liza Caldwell identifies as Something is Wrong. The problem with stage one is that you can get stuck there, lost in a vicious cycle with your own thoughts. How do you move forward? Where can you go for support in taking action? And what resources are available to help you reinvent yourself once the divorce is final? Liza Caldwell is the co-founder and director of SAS for Women: Support and ...
Developing Radar for High-Conflict Personalities with Bill Eddy
July 19, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIf you divorced someone with a high-conflict personality, you may be concerned about repeating the same cycle in your next partnership. What steps can you take to reflect on the dynamics of your relationships and develop radar for people with high-conflict personalities? An international expert on managing disputes involving high-conflict personalities, Bill Eddy is the co-founder and Training Director of the High Conflict Institute. In addition, he is a Certified Family Law Specialist and S...
Navigating the Waters of Parental Alienation with Dr. Amy J. L. Baker
July 08, 2018 00:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBIf you are the targeted parent in a case of parental alienation, it is easy to default to defensiveness. But responding with righteous indignation is actually counterproductive, making you look anxious, agitated and afraid. So, how can you approach the situation in a constructive way that won’t further alienate your child—or the custody evaluator assigned to your case? Dr. Amy J. L. Baker is a nationally recognized expert in parental alienation and the emotional abuse of children. She has wr...
A Strengths-Based Approach to Parenting Through Divorce with Gloria DeGaetano
June 27, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBHow do you approach challenging situations? The coaching model popular in the business world takes a strengths-based approach, leveraging what employees are good at to tackle complex problems. What if we used a similar strategy as parents, leading with our strengths in difficult circumstances? What if we approached the divorce process the same way, tapping into our best attributes first as we work toward resolution? Gloria DeGaetano is the founder and CEO of the Parent Coaching Institute and...
Using Creativity to Heal from Divorce with Susan Bernardo
June 13, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBDivorce is a painful process that comes with some very strong emotions. Yet in order to avoid a toxic situation that puts your kids in the middle, divorcing couples must find safe spaces to express their anger and grief. Susan Bernardo found healing in writing workshops, art and dance classes, using creativity to work through the sadness, pick up the pieces and build something new. In fact, Susan’s experience with divorce inspired her first picture book, Sun Kisses, Moon Hugs, which reassure...
Protecting Your Kids with Intelligent Divorce with Dr. Mark Banschick
May 30, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIs there a way to protect your child’s innocence during the divorce process? What strategies can you use to parent well in the midst of such a difficult time? The Intelligent Divorce offers couples an approach to separation and divorce that prevents damage to kids and teaches you how to create a bi-nuclear family built on kindness and respect. Dr. Mark Banschick is a child psychiatrist in private practice in New York and a frequent expert witness in custody hearings. He coined the idea of th...
The Brain Science Behind Divorce with Dr. David Rock
May 16, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBWe know that the strong negative emotions associated with divorce make it difficult to think rationally. But have you ever wondered what happens in your brain when emotion takes over? How does a threat response impact your aptitude for conscious thought? And how might an understanding of the brain science shift your response and facilitate good, deliberative thinking? Dr. David Rock is the Director of the NeuroLeadership Institute, a global initiative designed to unite neuroscientists and l...
Rewriting Your Post-Divorce Storyline in 7 Simple Shifts with Deb Purdy
May 02, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIt is easy to get attached to your victim story and blame your ex for the fact that your marriage went up in flames. But there is a better way to approach divorce: It is possible to see it as a new beginning, an opportunity to learn about yourself and reinvent your life. So, how exactly do you learn to shift your thinking and rewrite your post-divorce storyline? Deb Purdy is a transformational coach, speaker, author and workshop leader. She is also the creator of My Divorce Recovery Kit and ...
The 6 Keys to Mindful Co-Parenting with Dr. Jeremy Gaies
April 17, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThere is a lot of guilt and shame associated with divorce, especially when it comes to our kids. We worry about how the experience will impact our children long-term and wonder if it’s even possible to communicate effectively as co-parents—when a breakdown in communication is what caused many of our problems to begin with! What steps can we take to be mindful co-parents and ensure that our kids will be okay? Dr. Jeremy Gaies is a licensed psychologist and certified family mediator based in ...
The Benefits of Coaching for Divorcing Dads with Richard Heller
March 20, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBMany dads of divorce fear that they will be completely cut off from their children. They may also have difficulty navigating the shift in their relationships with both their kids and their co-parents in the aftermath of divorce. How can a coach support men in managing their feelings and developing the best possible bonds with their children? Richard Heller is the Founder and Lead Coach with Separate with Sanity, a coaching program that helps people in dysfunctional marriages get clarity arou...
How to Talk About Divorce (Or Not) with Deborah Tannen
March 06, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIf someone close to you is going through a divorce, you may not know what to say. Do they want to talk about it? You want to be helpful, but it can be tough to intuit what they need. For some, opening up about their divorce is healing. Others would rather talk about something else—or do something active. So, what is the best way to communicate with friends and family members about how you can best support them? Deborah Tannen is a New York Times bestselling author and Professor of Linguistic...
The Decision to Divorce: How Do You Know When It’s Time to Leave? with Nancy Colier
February 20, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBIt goes without saying that the decision to divorce is not an easy one to make. For some couples, the back-and-forth goes on for years. Yes, it’s bad. But is it THAT bad? How do you know when it’s finally time to leave? Nancy Colier is a psychotherapist, interfaith minister and relationship coach. A student of Eastern spirituality, mindfulness practices serve as the foundation of her work. She is invited to speak regularly on the topics of wellbeing and mindfulness, and Nancy has been featur...
The Legal and Emotional Intersection of Divorce with Jill Murray & Adam Dodge
December 27, 2017 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBMaking the decision to end a marriage is stressful enough. But for those women who have been misled or misinformed about their legal rights, it may not feel like they have any choice at all. There is so much overlap between the emotional and legal aspects of divorce, women need guidance that encompasses both elements of the process. Jill Murray is one of the nation’s leading experts on unhealthy relationships. She has appeared on CNN, Dr. Phil, The Today Show and Good Morning America. Adam D...