Do Divorce Right Podcast

Today on the Do Divorce Right podcast, Becca chats with Beverly Ligman, author of "Welcome to D-Town," a guide to divorce for the young and still kind of hot. They discuss an optimistic approach and how the book poured out of her after facing divorce at 39. Beverly shares insights on dealing with awkward comments, the shock of leaving, and the importance of tuning into your intuition. They touch o...

In this episode of Do Divorce Right podcast, stories take centre stage as Becca recalls a recent coaching session with a client who believed they couldn't achieve success in both career and personal life. Unpacking the origins of this belief led to a powerful realisation. Becca also shares a personal journey, breaking through a limiting belief about not being able to earn more than her ex-husband....

In this conversation with Sanaz from CE Family Law, Becca and Sanaz cover the role of lawyers in mediation, the benefits of amicable settlements, and practical tips for preparing for mediation. Sanaz emphasises control, clear advice, and collaboration for making informed decision-making for best outcomes. The focus is on achieving and empowering a cost-effective divorce experience through options...

Welcome back to the "Do Divorce Right" podcast! In today's episode, I've got a game-changing technique to share that can help you tackle overwhelm when life gets crazy. The 4D method. It's simple but powerful: Delegate : Get your support system involved. Let others help where they can. Delay or Defer : Not everything is urgent. Schedule tasks for a more manageable time. Delete : Some things aren't...

Listen in as Becca delves into the importance of confronting difficult emotions rather than attempting to make them vanish – the whole "making pain disappear" idea is put under the microscope. She touches on the concept of hitting rock bottom, emphasising its potential for growth and discusses the risks associated with suppressing emotions.  Follow Becca on: Instagram: @dodivorceright Faceboo...

The period between Christmas & new year is a period of reflection for so many and, in this episode, Becca walks through her yearly reflection routine, shares the details on her vision board, and discusses the powerful questions that shaped her 2023. Ever felt a tad guilty about being too happy? She discusses that too, exploring the concept of the hedonic treadmill and Australia’s tall poppy sy...

Hey everyone! In this short holiday episode, I'm sharing tips on handling awkward questions during festive gatherings.  Whether you usually aim to please or prefer being clear, I've got some simple strategies for you. Remember, it's your story, so you decide what to share.  I’ll share more advice for handling the holidays with grace in my upcoming holiday master classes - please check ou...

  When Alyssa and her then ex-boyfriend found themselves accidentally pregnant in their early 20s they made the brave and optimistic decision to marry and create a family together.  Coming from a strong faith background and a divorced family herself, Alyssa felt the pressure to stay in a very unhappy marriage that turned abusive.  This story is sadly too common.  But what is wo...

It's the holiday season, and we all know that it's not all sunshine and rainbows - especially if you're navigating a separation or divorce.  There is already so much stress at this time; pressure to buy the perfect presents, and create the perfect day/s, and be the perfect host, and keep the children entertained,  and ... and then add the guilt or shame or sadness or anger around having...

Today, the fabulous Sarah McLeod joins Becca for an exciting conversation on revamping your style post-divorce. Sarah shares insights on navigating style challenges after divorce, emphasising the importance of self-acceptance. From positive self-reflection to infusing freshness into your wardrobe, she provides invaluable guidance. Sarah delves into the intricacies of trends and personal style, enc...

Becca’s guest in today’s episode is Kristin, the director of communications at a nonprofit organization, sharing her experience of having what she calls the "most chilled divorce."  Married for over 20 years, Kristin talks about how she and her ex-husband maintain a positive relationship, even co-owning a property. She emphasises the importance of setting a vision for a positive divorce, not...

Janice Holland lived in a strict religious community in the US and had a lingering dream to live overseas. She all but let go of the thought when an opportunity came up for her and her then-husband to BOTH have jobs in a school in Shanghai, China.  Janice shares her story about how this distance from home allowed their family to grow dramatically - including, for her (now ex) husband to disco...

Becca’s guest in today’s episode is Susan Hughes, an ADHD parent coach and educator.  Susan has a Masters of Education where she studied the benefits of coaching parents with ADHD, is a certified coach and mother of an ADHD child. To say that her knowledge is extensive, is an understatement! Together Becca and Susan discuss the importance of emotional regulation for parents and children, the...

As a child, Danielle (Dani) Zetzer was the child of a traumatic divorce and became hugely motivated to support families to ‘do divorce differently’ - or Do Divorce Right if you will ;-) Dani now leads a successful family law practice with offices in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia and recently found herself in the position of having to navigate her own divorce.  Listen in to learn that - even...

In this special episode, Becca invites Kelly Webb, a friend, to share her story about navigating a positive divorce and co-parenting. Kelly and Becca initially met as moms in the schoolyard and discovered they had a lot in common. Kelly talks about her decision to divorce her husband after years of struggling in their marriage. Despite facing challenges and making the tough decision to end their m...

In this episode of the "Do Divorce Right" podcast, meet Liya Yohannes, a transformational coach and author of "Memoirs Of A Young Ethiopian Girl”. The part of Liya’s story that we explore in this episode focuses on her inspiring journey from being a stay-at-home mom for 18 years, to becoming a financially independent divorcee, homeowner and mother - even within the confines of a global pandemic.&n...

In today's episode I interview a woman who has a fascinating divorce story; not only has she had a ‘positive divorce’ where Credence calls her ex-husband her BEST FRIEND, but they even started a business together post-divorce! Join Becca and Credence as they share this story of international romance (and the later split), managing cultural differences and raising 5 children between the US and Fran...

Welcome to the latest episode of Do Divorce Right podcast, where Becca has a special guest today, Angela Vassallo. She's a highly accomplished business coach, entrepreneur, wife, mother, stepmother, speaker, and author of "The Second Wives’ Guide." Angela shares her journey and insights into navigating blended families. She wrote her book to help women like her, who meet men with previous marriage...

Welcome back to another episode of “Do Divorce Right Podcast”. In today's episode, Becca talks to her guest Crystal Paduch, who is the founder of Child Support Consultants, helping Australian families navigate the child support system to get the best possible outcome for the whole family. They discussed: - The foundations of child support and how it functions in Australia. - Common challenges face...

Welcome back to another episode of “Do Divorce Right Podcast”. In this episode, we are focusing on "The Importance Of Fabulous Women Around You”, a topic that is very close to my heart. This topic has been on my mind lately, and it has been fueled by a recent experience I had at a business launch event, as well as my personal journey in developing and cherishing female friendships. I delve into th...

In this episode, I talked to Dr. Jodi, a psychotherapist and author who helps teenagers deal with anxiety. We discussed how anxiety is a normal part of life and how it affects different people. We also talked about how parents can help their children during a divorce when they don't have all the answers. Dr. Jodi suggests waiting until you know more before talking to your kids about the divorce. S...

In this episode of the "Do Divorce Right" podcast, I had the privilege of hosting Holly Carruthers, a domestic violence survivor, coach, and guide. We shared our personal journeys from surviving abusive relationships to discovering empowerment and healing. Holly shared her experience surviving domestic violence and helping others. I also shared my journey of self-improvement and finding happiness....

Welcome back to the Do Divorce Right podcast. In this episode, I want to share with you my realization about how I've been holding myself back. I'll also tell you about my experience with Tina Tower, an incredible business mentor. Guess what? I was actually chosen to join Tina for a business launch, and I can't wait to fill you in on that. During our chat, I'll dive into a fear-setting exercise th...

Welcome back everyone to another episode of the Do Divorce Right podcast! Today, I want to dive into what you can do if your divorce process or asset division has hit a roadblock due to economic challenges. The current landscape is a mix of rising interest rates and falling house prices in some markets, creating a challenging situation. You might find yourself unable to sell your home or dealing w...

I'm back with another episode of the “Do Divorce Right” podcast! This week, I wanted to share some of my thoughts on health and wellness. I've been listening to a lot of podcasts and reading articles about this topic lately, and I've been thinking a lot about what it means to be healthy for me and my family. I've realised that I'm no longer interested in setting goals around weight loss or looking...