Divorce etc... hosted by the exEXPERTS (T.H. and Jessica)

Helping kids navigate divorce is one of the scariest parts of the process. As a parent, you wonder how your divorce will affect them, and there are plenty of people that will make you feel like you are doing the worst thing in the world by making them go through this. But we can tell you from experience this is not true! It's all about how you talk to them and how you manage the situation yourself...

Finding a way to still wear and enjoy your engagement ring after divorce can be tricky, but nowadays there are so many ways to repurpose your stone that selling it is no longer your only option. If you've had an amicable divorce or the stone happens to be a family heirloom that you still love and plan to keep, we're bringing you some amazing ideas on how you can do exactly that. (Stephanie Gottlie...

If you're divorced and ready to date, there is a better way to do it, according to Smart Dating Academy. From recognizing the difference between green and red flags (spoiler alert: butterflies are NOT always a good thing!) to knowing how to how the crucial conversations , we get down to the details in this episode in order to help you enjoy the dating process and find a new healthy relationship! (...

Want the best tips for divorce settlement negotiation? It's a difficult and often emotionally painful process, but there are certain strategies that can help you streamline the process. In this episode, you'll get some of the best ideas on how to strategize, how to start the negotiation and why it's important for you to make the first move. (Guest: Joseph Willmore, Family Attorney) Follow us on Ti...

Can you imagine getting diagnosed with stage-three cancer right after finding out your spouse was having an affair and divorcing you? To be a single parent with three small kids and dealing with divorce, surgery, chemo and more might completely break many of us and our spirits. But TV personality Barbara Majeski rose to all the challenges and rebuilt her life bigger and better than before, and sha...

Thinking about financial fraud in your marriage or divorce is a scary prospect, but unfortunately it happens quite often. As with most things when it comes to divorce, knowing what to look for and having the right information in order to protect yourself is crucial. In this episode a fraud coach and forensic accountant talk about what to look for and how to protect yourself if you are dealing with...

Are you getting divorced and don't know where to start? We have the answers in this month's virtual Open House event on Wednesday Jan 11 at 7pm EST! Our guests are divorce lawyers, mediators, co-parenting experts, divorce coach and forensic accountant and fraud coach. You'll be able to ask all of your questions and get them answered live by: Renee Bauer, Brian Martel, Tracy Coenen and Jennifer War...

Making the decision to divorce can be extremely difficult, and often comes with thoughts around whether there is anything more you can do to make it work. The beginning of the year sees the most divorce filings, so we spoke to divorce coach Karen McMahon on how to know when to mend or to end - listen to her tips on how to know if your marriage can be saved or if getting divorced is the answer. (Gu...

Even when the decision is made to divorce, it's important to take the time you need to prepare, find the right attorney and understand what you want your process to look like. Wendy Sloane, co-host of the "Divorce Doesn't Suck" podcast and host of "What's Up with Wendy" podcast, opens up about her process in an effort to help others not to find themselves in the same situation. Wendy offers up som...

In this episode, we briefly recap which are our top 5 highest-rated and most-listened to podcast episodes from this past season - the guests, the topic and some of the best, most useful pieces of information that you'll take away from each. These episodes were all about dealing with difficulties, whether it be divorcing a narcissist or moving on from a difficult relationship, trauma recovery, and...

As 2022 draws to a close, we have gone back to find out highest rated and most listened to episodes of Divorce etc... from Season 1, and in this episode we re-cap why you need to hear them and the amazing nuggets of information you will get from each one. Our list covers everything from self-care and empowerment to the male perspective to money to family – each aspect of what we focus on here at e...

Moving forward in divorce isn't always a straight line of progress and momentum - we all have periods where we and moving with momentum and then times where it seems we're stuck moving backwards. This is all part of the process and it's important to understand that a series of steps forward and back is completely common. In this interview, we talk to Sadie Marie, host of the Divorced and Happy pod...

If you are buying a new home while getting divorced or post-divorce, this is an episode you must hear. There are a lot of important things to know (and things you have to be sure your real estate agent and real estate attorney know!), and you'll find out exactly what they are. Whether it's choosing your agent or lawyer - and knowing whether or not you even need one or both - we give you the inform...

Is this you? Wouldn't you like to feel some community as we enter into the holiday season? While we pride ourselves on the engagement and community we're building through exEXPERTS, we love to give a shout-out to others that have a similar mission, and Divorced Over 40 definitely does. We know how lonely, isolating and sad getting divorced is, and this group has grown from just six people to hundr...

You've heard of a pre-nup, but a post-nup? This is a similar document detailing both people's assets and what will be divided in a divorce, however it is negotiated and agreed upon AFTER a marriage, versus before. The concept of having an agreement in place in case a couple divorces can make things much easier during the actual divorce process, so this is an option for anyone who got married witho...

For many divorced couples, it seems there was a long period of time where they lived in sexless marriages. This can have a huge impact on a relationship, both mentally and emotionally, and it can be very hard to work through it to revive a healthy sex life together.  But being in a sexless marriage can also affect your sex life after a divorce, as it may cause a lot of triggers and feelings o...

Are you wondering what a Divorce Coach actually does and why you need one? The practice of divorce coaching has become more common and is often the best first step to take in your divorce process. They are different than your divorce lawyer (and less expensive) but can actually help guide you through many of the issues you face so that you only use your lawyer for the essentials - thereby saving y...

Mediation is a method of negotiation used in almost every divorce, whether you go to court or not. It's important to understand that typical mediation involves both spouses and one mediator who is trying to help both sides come to a settlement. The mediator is not more inclined to one party over the other, and that can be difficult for some people in the process. You can have a lawyer to help you...

It's challenging to go through divorce while also trying to manage "self care", including watching your eating habits. So many of us fall into unhealthy eating patterns - either stress eating too much or not eating at all due to the stress. There is a simple solution in "mindful eating", which can actually allow you to eat what you want and need, when you want and need it. It's really being aware...

In this episode, we talk to a parenting mediator/divorce coach/author whose personal experience through her own parents' divorce taught her that divorce is not a problem in our culture, but rather a potential solution to a problematic marriage. No one is advocating for divorce, but there is a way to have a mindset that allows you to embrace - and yes, even love - divorce...for what it is. It's a r...

Divorcing a narcissist is very difficult because the process will almost definitely be more acrimonious, longer, and will cost more money. We've got three amazing exEXPERTS to join us for our next live Open House event "Divorcing a Narcissist" on Monday October 17 at 7pm EST. Kimberly Weeks, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery and Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Supervisor @iamkimberlyweeks; Nawal Hou...

One big mistake most people make when getting divorced is using their lawyer as a therapist - but what about when your lawyer is actually a trained therapist? The POV from this kind of duel-licensed professional is a game-changer. Hear from one family law partner who is also a therapist, and use her best tips and advice to figure out better ways to navigate and negotiate your own divorce settlemen...

You may not even think you have any assets, or not know what they are, but you need to protect them in your divorce! Your home, car, money in the bank, jewelry, artwork, furniture - pretty much anything you own is an asset. How and when to divide your assets is a part of the divorce process that can get complicated and messy, and it can cause a lot of anger and resentment as each spouse wants to b...

Conventional wisdom says if you have suspicions that you need a private investigator for your divorce, then you likely do. Just keep in mind that the laws in your state may not "give" you anything more even if your spouse has cheated. Many states are no-fault, meaning infidelity won't factor into your divorce settlement, in terms of money. However, information like that may still help you with neg...

Finding money that your spouse may have hidden during your marriage is a daunting prospect, but one that often times is worth the time and effort - and money - to discover. You don't always need a forensic accountant to do it, a valuation expert may be a better choice for you, depending on your situation. A valuation expert can look at things differently than a forensic, and with their knowledge a...