The D Shift

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with financial strategist and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Donna Cates about the financial decisions in divorce that many people misunderstand and the costly mistakes that can follow. Donna shares her experience working with clients both during and after divorce, explaining how seemingly simple decisions can have long-term financial conseq...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with transformation coach Pritha Dindayal about how to rebuild your life after divorce without falling back into old patterns that no longer serve you. Pritha shares her deeply personal journey through multiple life transitions, including the end of a long-term relationship, career disruption, and profound personal loss. She speaks openly about t...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with Serena Sevits about how to make smart financial decisions during and after divorce, and how financial planning can support both stability and personal growth during major life transitions. Serena shares how her diverse background in business ownership and leadership led her into financial strategy, where she now helps individuals create pers...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with Karla Combres, celebrant and legacy guide, about the powerful role rituals can play in healing through divorce and other major life transitions. Karla shares her unique journey from federal bureaucrat to end-of-life facilitator, explaining how her work has shaped her understanding of how people process change, loss, and transformation. She o...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with Kim Costa, top Realtor® and creator of the Wheelhouse Method, about how to reclaim your space and create a home that supports your next chapter after divorce. Kim brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the conversation, sharing how divorce can reshape not only your life but also your relationship with your home. She ex...

Today on The D Shift, Mardi Winder welcomes back Amber Hollingsworth, master addiction counselor and founder of Hope for Families Recovery Center, for an important conversation about recognizing the early signs of problem drinking, especially during times of stress such as divorce. Amber shares her professional insights along with her personal experience, explaining that alcohol dependence does no...

In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder speaks with financial professional Bill Walters, founder of Perfectly Imperfect Families, about how to create financial protection for children during and after divorce. Drawing from his own personal experience, Bill shares how navigating divorce shaped his passion for helping families make smarter financial decisions during major life transitions. He e...

Communication during and after divorce can be one of the most difficult challenges people face, especially when emotions are high and important decisions still need to be made. In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder speaks with relationship and communication coach Dr. Arnie Buss about practical ways to communicate more effectively during conflict and major life t...

Divorce mediation can feel intimidating, especially if you are unsure how negotiations work or what preparation is required. In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder is joined by certified divorce coach Keri Gwynne and mediator and financial expert and mediator Ryan Finley to discuss how individuals can prepare for divorce mediation with clarity, confidence, and st...

Many people leaving a marriage realize they have spent years prioritizing the needs of others while quietly ignoring their own. In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder speaks with transformational coach Jacqueline Francis about why people pleasing becomes so common during relationships and how individuals can reconnect with their authentic identity after divorce o...

In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder sits down with Karen Omand, divorce and grief specialist, to talk about the often-overlooked grief that accompanies the end of a marriage. Karen brings both professional expertise and personal insight, drawing on her background in thanatology, the study of grief and loss, which she pursued after experiencing the sudden loss...

Retirement planning after divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when you are suddenly responsible for your financial future on your own. In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder speaks with certified financial planner Eric Blake about how women can make confident, informed retirement decisions after divorce, widowhood, or remaining single. They break down one o...

Divorce often comes with emotional overwhelm, decision fatigue, and constant mental noise that makes clear thinking feel impossible. In this episode of The D Shift, Strategic Divorce Consultant Mardi Winder is joined by leadership expert Emilee Tucker to explore how high achieving individuals can reduce overwhelm, improve communication, and make better decisions during high stress transitions. Emi...

In this episode, Mardi Winder talks with Jamie Lima, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner, and mediator, to discuss the complexities of money during divorce and how financial concerns can influence decisions both before and during the process. Jamie brings a personal and professional perspective, sharing his own story of navigating divorce and how those early experien...

Welcome to this episode of The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond. Today, host Mardi Winder welcomes life coach and spark-restorer for women, Megan Bunnell, to share her powerful journey of rebuilding life after divorce and trauma. Megan opens up about navigating the aftermath of an abusive relationship, facing deep grief and an identity crisis, and finding her way to a "10 out of 10" life. Th...

This episode of The D Shift focuses on the often-overlooked possibilities offered by collaborative law for divorce. Mardi Winder is joined by Manisha Patel, an attorney known for blending legal expertise with a compassionate approach to the challenges of family separation. Through their conversation, Manisha Patel shares her journey from traditional litigation toward embracing alternative dispute...

Today, Mardi Winder sits down with Michele Garrett, a women’s life and transition coach with more than three decades of experience in guiding individuals through personal and professional growth. Their conversation centers on the unique transitions women face, especially during the “third act” of life, when careers shift, children grow up, relationships change, and opportunities arise that can fee...

In this episode, Mardi Winder sits down again with Laurie Gerber, a love and relationship coach who specializes in helping people after divorce find new relationships. Laurie shares her own experience of working through challenges in her marriage with coaching, which helped her gain insight into what really matters in keeping a relationship strong. This led her to become a coach herself, with a fo...

Sometimes, reconnection rather than divorce is the ideal solution to marriage issues. In this episode, Mardi Winder is joined by Dr. Lee Baucom, noted marriage expert and author, to help listeners consider their choices around marriage, divorce, and the potential for new relationships. As the creator of the Save the Marriage system and a seasoned therapist, Lee brings both personal and professiona...

Today on The D Shift, host Mardi Winder welcomes Robyn Vogel, a psychotherapist, trauma-informed love and intimacy coach, and founder of Come Back to Love. They dive into the essential topic of healing, intimacy, and moving forward after divorce. This conversation explores what it truly means to be trauma-informed, moving beyond the buzzword to a compassionate and respectful approach to healing. R...

In this episode, host Mardi Winder welcomes renowned master addiction counselor Amber Hollingsworth, the founder of the Hope for Families Recovery Center and creator of the "Put the Shovel Down" YouTube channel, for a powerful and honest conversation about one of the most sensitive and challenging issues that can affect a marriage: addiction. Together, Mardi and Amber tackle the real-life complexi...

Welcome to another conversation on The D Shift: Redefining Divorce and Beyond! Today, host Mardi Winder welcomes back her friend and nationally-recognized financial planner Leah Hadley. As the founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions and Intentional Wealth Partners, and the host of her own podcast Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley is no stranger to the emotional and financial turmoil that...

Hey everyone, and welcome back to The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond! On today’s episode, host Mardi Winder welcomes fellow Canadian and self-love guru Nisha Goyal, a certified life coach with more than 25 years’ experience in helping women build a stronger, more loving relationship with themselves. This episode kicks off with an honest look at those core beliefs so many of us wrestle with...

In this episode, host Mardi Winder welcomes Cece Shatz, the visionary behind NewStreamingNetwork.com and the Going Solo Network, a global media platform dedicated to supporting those navigating divorce, single life, and relationship transitions. Cece opens up about her own journey through divorce and the realization that community and authentic support are essential during tough personal shifts. D...

Welcome back to The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond! Today, host Mardi Winder welcomes a truly unique expert to discuss one of the most impactful, yet often confusing, aspects of the divorce process: your home and your mortgage. Joining us is Stacey Ellison, a Certified Divorce Lending Professional and divorce mortgage planner, whose career has been devoted to helping divorcing individuals...