Disrupting Divorce: Conversations for Women

So you finally realized that he left you. Now what? What's your game plan? How do you begin when there are so many obstacles to overcome? Jenna Whitehead is an everyday woman. She's a Realtor in the area of Dallas, who unexpectedly was hit with a divorce. Her husband has become a person she doesn't recognize anymore. Her experience led her to write a book entitled " He Actually Left Now What? " de...

What does it take to truly succeed in life? How do you stand back up when you're experiencing something traumatic? Jennifer Leigh is a self-made entrepreneur, a mother of twins and an intuitive. She has a background in crisis management, serving as a consultant to companies, organizations, and people who're going through a crisis. In this episode, Jennifer shares her story, from being on top of he...

Divorce is an emotional roller coaster ride. If you're in the early stages, you're probably thinking about what to expect - How do you go from feeling small to feeling big and confident in a good way? Julie Rothamer Cruz, a woman who's currently going through the divorce process is here to share her story and help you create your puzzle piece and play it big again! She's a Health and Energy coach,...

Divorce is painful but it doesn't have to be a disaster. Societal standards hinder us from having a good divorce. People shy away from this notion because they think it's uncommon. Having divorce doesn't mean you're happy to have it. It also doesn't mean you've failed or you did something wrong, but what does a good divorce really mean? Dianne Mader is an attorney who has practiced divorce law in...

In the process of divorce, the most important part is the very beginning. If you're planning to leave your spouse because it's unfair, suffocating and toxic to stay in a relationship with him, then it's time to plot out your exit strategy. Today, we have Kristie Dye who was married for 15 years until she got divorced. She'll be sharing helpful tips and strategies to make sure you are prepared befo...

When you lose touch with yourself, you lose yourself in the world. — Eckhart Tolle Have you ever been in a relationship where you felt powerless, you lose yourself in the process? Don't do this, don't do that. Rules keep adding up one after another. You're not happy anymore. You want to break free and be you again. But how do you do that when you have children, bills, rents, and life, in general,...

There is so much trepidation for a woman going through divorce alone. Half of the battle is getting the right people in the right place at the right time. It's hard to trust anyone (even your attorney) - and it gets tough when you don't have the support of the ones you consider close to you. Nancy Towle is a licensed health insurance agent with HealthMarkets insurance agency. She helps individuals...

Science shows us that heartbreak and mourning have neurobiological evidence of stress similar to someone who's been tortured as a prisoner of war. In most studies, women have the highest rates of depression. To cope with pain, women adjust. But how do you heal through all the hurt that you've experienced? Monica Rodriguez is a licensed Mental Health Therapist and also the owner and founder of On P...

Shopping for a home is a huge and tough thing to do, especially when you're a single mom or someone who's going through divorce. You're considering to buy a home but everything should still be within your budget range, arming yourself with knowledge over financial things  and having someone to simplify things for you is the best thing you do. Penny Charlson is a Mortgage Loan Expert and a Branch M...

Resilience is defined as the ability to bounce back after adversity. It's like the pinnacle of mental health. Being able to endure and be resilient at the same time is a tough thing to do. The wonderful thing is, resilience can be taught. Jennifer Van Rossum is a licensed Psycho Therapist in private practice at Cornerstone Counseling . She provides therapy to both teens and adults. Offering resili...

When you're in the midst of the divorce process, you're probably considering to sell your home. And if you want to sell it quick, you got to let home staging come in. Susan Dakins is a Sales Specialist who's also an Accredited Buyer Agents, a Residential Specialist, as well as Senior Real Estate Specialists. From analyzing the market data on how much your home is worth to preparing your home for s...

Buying or selling a home is not an easy transaction but it could get smoother if you have someone to it for you. And having this resource could save you a lot of time, money, and energy. In this episode, Alyona shares how being a realtor allowed her to be in complete control of everything. Helping her achieve financial freedom, self-esteem, and good financial acumen. Alyona Caravella is a realtor...

A lot of women struggle with juggling and balancing together their work and family especially when they're going through a divorce. In order to cope with such situation, it's really important to educate yourself on the rules, laws and guidelines in order to better navigate through an intimidating and complex process such as divorce. Lindsay Lloyd is an HR Consultant Veteran with 15 years of experi...

Today's episode is a BONUS! Christmas is a few days away. It's a great time where you get to reconnect with friends and love ones. But it can also cause you stress at the same time which shouldn't be. Susan Pokorny is a wellness trainer with a focus on mind-body health. She's the owner of Pure Home and Body, and the best-selling author of the book Two Inches of Wool . She's also a certified yoga i...

One of the biggest financial decision you'll be facing when you're in the process of divorce is - what's going to happen to your family home. Keep the house? Sell it? Buy a new one or rent? With the right information, women are amazing decision makers. The problem lies in getting the correct pieces of information. But what steps should you take in order to avoid mistakes and regrets later on? Josh...

What does your normal day feel like? Do you feel low most of the time? What are the thoughts running through your head on a regular basis?   Oftentimes we feel like we don't have the energy to do things especially when we're going through a difficult time, like divorce. We associate emotional fatigue with physical fatigue and that affects how we perform every day resulting in decreased productivit...

What are your beliefs when it comes to money? Is it evil? Good? Or do you look at it as a tool? Money in itself is an objective tool but we connect it with a lot of emotion, that's why it's not only a financial topic but an emotional one. In this episode, we are going to have an assertive financial conversation about the 10 paradigms regarding financial wellness. These 10 beliefs which we are goin...

Divorce is complicated in itself and it could get even more so with Social Security benefits. Because you're no longer married, depending on your personal situation, a few sets of different rules will apply. And the more you educate yourself about this topic the more prepared and better equipped you'll be. Randy Kitzmiller, a National Social Security Advisor, Retirement Income Certified Profession...

A Prenuptial Agreement is more than just a financial agreement. Before tying the knot with your partner, it's important to be knowledgeable about how to protect your heirloom, property, and other assets before marriage. Attorney David Watson specializes in estate planning by protecting and preserving his clients' assets. In this episode we talk about the importance of a Prenuptial Agreement and wh...

How do we create health? How do we stay healthy in our 40's, 50's, 60's and beyond? How can we take care of our health as we go through divorce? We don't have to accept changes that we start to experience in our bodies as manifestations of getting older. We can take action. We can take our path to optimal health and well-being as an iterative journey with learning and empowerment on the way. Dr. K...

If you're currently dealing with stress, the person you need to talk to the most is you - your unconscious. If you're going through divorce or planning to get a divorce, ask yourself, talk to your unconscious: Am I really ready to get a divorce? How did I get myself here? What has led me to this event? Deborah Lukovich, the Executive Director of a fabulous nonprofit called Playworks that improves...

Divorce is an experience that's both physically and mentally taxing. It's like losing a part of you or grieving the loss of a loved one. One thing is for certain when you go through a divorce - you're going to be alone, but only for a while. Once you've recovered, you'll feel like a new-born person again. When you are ready, fully recovered and healed,  you might consider dating again like a flowe...

When it comes to the legal process, divorce is never a walk in the park. You'd need to go through a lot of procedures which can be very taxing mentally, emotionally and physically. You want to make sure you're on the right track and have the proper and unclouded advice to avoid making decisions that'll lead to mistakes. Of course you want to have custody of your kids and don't want to lose your ri...

We all have the capacity to know and feel without reasoning about it consciously. It's called 'gut feeling'! You can't think 100% rationally all the time. Our mind uses both our emotions and logic when making decisions. But we are too distracted or doubtful whether we should trust that small voice deep within us. Especially when faced with difficult situations. Nicole Isler is an empowerment coach...

Divorce is a huge leap of adjustment that requires you to set new boundaries in your relationships with your ex, children, coworkers and other people. Boundaries are not walls. Boundaries are your stance for action - the decisions you'll make, what you'll do and the outcome of your choices. You use this to avoid pain and suffering coming into your life. Traci Scherck is a Retention Strategist/ HR...