The D Shift

For many people facing divorce, the idea of handling the process without an attorney can be appealing. It may seem like a way to save money, reduce stress, and maintain greater control. But is a do-it-yourself divorce really the right choice? In this episode of The D Shift, host Mardi Winder is joined by former family law attorney and family court strategist Tracey Bee to explore the realities of...

Divorce can leave people feeling like their future has already been decided, but what if the next chapter begins with a different way of thinking? In this episode of The D Shift, host Mardi Winder welcomes transformational coach Therese Vita for a conversation about the powerful connection between mindset, limiting beliefs, and creating meaningful change. Together, they explore how subconscious th...

Burnout is about far more than working long hours. Emotional stress, unresolved feelings, difficult relationships, and constantly putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own can slowly drain your energy until simply getting through the day feels exhausting. Today, Mardi Winder welcomes vitality and high-performance expert, Dr. Lan Lu, for an insightful conversation about emotional burnout, ene...

Leaving an abusive relationship is rarely as simple as walking away. Fear, shame, financial concerns, family expectations, and emotional manipulation often make the decision incredibly difficult. In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder is joined by women's empowerment coach and podcast host Angeline Constantinou to discuss the realities of domestic abuse, emotional healing, and rebuilding lif...

What if some of the products you use every day are quietly affecting your health, your sleep, your energy, and even your children's well-being? Today, Mardi Winder talks with environmental health advocate Theresa Thomas to expose the hidden toxins that may be present in our homes and the simple steps families can take to reduce their exposure. Drawing on her own experience overcoming multiple chem...

What happens when ADHD, relationships, and divorce collide? In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant and High-Conflict Divorce Coach Mardi Winder sits down with ADHD coach and executive leadership expert Leanne Gawley to discuss how neurodivergence, particularly ADHD, can affect relationships, communication, organization, and the divorce process. Leanne shares her personal jour...

Today, Mardi Winder talks with Joanna Shakti, founder of Ecstatic Intimacy, to explore the powerful role masculine and feminine energies can play in our relationships, our self-identity, and our ability to create lasting connections. Joanna shares her personal journey from a successful corporate career in engineering and business to helping individuals and couples better understand the dynamics th...

When life feels overwhelming, sometimes the most productive thing you can do is step away from the noise and create space to reconnect with yourself. In this episode, Mardi Winder sits down with Ellen Whiteside, owner of Sacred Grove Retreat Center and host of Mindset and Miracles, to explore the transformative power of retreats and why they can be especially valuable during times of change, loss,...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder welcomes parenting expert, psychoanalyst, and author Erica Komisar to discuss how parents can minimize the emotional toll of divorce on their children. Drawing on more than three decades of clinical experience, Erica shares practical guidance for helping children feel secure, supported, and protected during one of the most significant transitions a fami...

Divorce is often viewed as an ending, but what if it could become a life-changing, very positive beginning? Today on The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with divorce coach Christa Skinner to discuss how divorce can become a powerful catalyst for personal growth, self-discovery, and transformation. Sharing her own experience of navigating an unexpected divorce after more than three decades together...

Many people assume that intimacy is simply about physical connection, but what happens when emotional distance, unresolved issues, and years of disconnection begin to erode a relationship from the inside out? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with sex and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of relationships. Drawing from her personal exper...

One of the greatest challenges after divorce is communication, especially when co-parenting with a high-conflict ex. Every text message, email, or notification can trigger anxiety, frustration, and emotional exhaustion. In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder welcomes Sol Kennedy, founder of BestInterest, an innovative AI-powered co-parenting app designed to reduce conflict and help parents f...

Most relationships do not end because two people suddenly stop loving each other. More often, relationships slowly become disconnected through repeated misunderstandings, emotional triggers, unresolved resentment, and communication patterns that quietly erode trust over time. In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder welcomes back Nancy Perpall to discuss her new book, The Malnourished Marriage...

Divorce and heartbreak often leave people asking one difficult question: what now? While many rush toward the next relationship hoping to escape loneliness or pain, others begin realizing that healing, self-awareness, and personal growth may be the most important work they can do before starting over again. In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with Lionel Moses about relationships,...

Divorce is not just a legal process. It is an emotional, financial, and strategic transition that can quickly become overwhelming without the right support. In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with fellow divorce coach Julie Desmond about the practical and emotional benefits of having a divorce coach as part of your support team. Julie shares how her own difficult divorce experienc...

Divorce is not the only experience that can completely reshape a woman’s identity. Career shifts, children leaving home, relocation, loss, and major life changes can all create moments where women stop and ask themselves a difficult question: Who am I now? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with Shannon McGorry for a thoughtful conversation about transformation, self-discovery,...

Trauma changes far more than a single moment in time. It can alter the way people see themselves, how they experience intimacy, and how safe they feel in relationships long after the abuse has ended. In this deeply important episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with psychotherapist Scott Stolarick about the often unspoken connection between trauma, sexual abuse, shame, and relational dynami...

What if the key to healthier relationships is not changing the other person, but learning how to feel secure within yourself? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with Maria Vogel, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to explore attachment styles, emotional safety, and the role self-security plays in both relationships and divorce. Maria shares how her work evolved from suppor...

What if divorce did not have to destroy everything in its path? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with Karen McNenny to explore a very different perspective. One that challenges the traditional adversarial model and instead focuses on creating a thoughtful, intentional path forward, especially when children are involved. Karen shares her personal divorce journey and how it led...

Divorce is often seen as an ending, but what if it is actually the beginning of something far more powerful? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with Michele Heffron to explore what really happens for women navigating divorce and major life transitions, especially in midlife. This conversation moves beyond surface-level discussions and into identity, values, boundaries, and the...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with financial coach Sabrina Alton, founder of Insight Financial Coaching, about the critical role financial awareness plays before, during, and after divorce. Sabrina shares how her work helps women step into the role of financial decision-maker, often for the first time, and why understanding your numbers is essential to protecting your future....

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with mediator, speaker, and host of the Amicable Divorce Expert podcast, Judith Weigle, about what it really takes to navigate an amicable divorce and why communication and timing play a critical role in the process. Judith shares her journey into mediation and offers a grounded perspective on what “amicable” truly means. Rather than agreeing on...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder is joined by Keri Gwynne and Ryan Finley for a direct, practical conversation on what it actually takes to prepare for divorce mediation the right way. This is not about “getting through” mediation. This is about protecting your outcomes. Too many people walk into mediation unprepared. They are emotionally overwhelmed, unclear about their financial real...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with relationship expert Dr. Lee Baucom, creator of the Save the Marriage System, to explore a dynamic many people experience but rarely talk about openly… the “we’re fine, but not happy” relationship. This conversation moves beyond high-conflict situations and focuses on the slow, often unnoticed drift that happens over time. As life becomes...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with Heike Yates, health and fitness coach and creator of the Midlife Reset Guide, about how women can rebuild strength, confidence, and overall well-being during midlife, especially while navigating major life transitions such as divorce. With more than three decades of experience in fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching, Heike shares a refre...