The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

If you have questions related to the financial aspect of your divorce, you are going to love this episode! Financial Divorce Advocate and CDFA®, Sue Plisch lists some common questions people getting divorced have, and then offers her advice on each one. Our goal is to empower you financially!

Are you going through a divorce and menopause or perimenopause at the same time? Oftentimes, this is the case, and women don't know if a change in hormones might be the cause of their unhappiness in the marriage, or if the marriage is causing the unhappiness in their life. My guest in this episode is Brittany Baker, LCSW and therapist, who talks about menopause and perimenopause, and how hormone changes can affect a marriage and contribute to divorce. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/divorce-menopause-or-perimenopause-when-life-transitions-collide/

Every divorce is difficult, but can you imagine getting divorced as a celebrity or someone who is in the public eye? It brings a whole new set of issues to the table. My guest in this episode is Jeff Abood, a divorce attorney who has represented many high-profile clients. He talks about what the issues are, and how to handle them. Also included: the benefits of mediation for high-profile divorce. 

Going back to work after divorce? Or, are you going to start dating soon? Perhaps you just feel like you need a makeover for your closet. This is such a fun and interesting conversation about the power of what you wear, and how it can help your self-confidence and make you feel beautiful, especially after divorce. My guest is Suzanne Bernie, a personal stylist who has worked with Rod Stewart and Elizabeth Hurley! 

HOW you get divorced not only sets the tone for the process, but can impact your divorce outcome and post-divorce life. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Jessica Zadjura, who explains the divorce processes: litigation and mediation. We also have a conversation about pros and cons of each. 

"I can't meet anyone." "There are no good guys out there." "I hate dating." These are things I hear from divorced women way too often! Well, listen to this episode and things might change! My guest is Dating after Divorce Coach, Laurie Gerber, who offers 5 ways to increase your chances of finding love.

Are you feeling panicked or anxious or fearful during your divorce? If so, we understand, and this is a great episode for you. Divorce can feel chaotic, but my guest, Lisa Schnitzer, a professional divorce concierge, can help take the panic, fear and anxiety out of your life by helping you get organized and restore control. In this episode, we offer tips to get started.

What is a holistic divorce? Collaborative Divorce Attorney and Mediator, Rosemarie Ferrante explains in this episode, and we talk about the benefits of a holistic divorce and how it can increase your chances of having a good outcome and the best possible post-divorce life.

Change isn't easy, and it takes guts to take steps to change your life. Michèle Heffron is a life, love and relationships coach who is no stranger to change, and getting out of her comfort zone. We talk about why change is so scary, and how to not only cope, but to embrace it.

Coparenting is so important, yet anger, resentment and hurt feelings can make healthy coparenting so difficult. My guests in this episode are divorce mediators (and sisters!) Lizzie Stevenson and Martha Heywood. These wonderful women offer healthy coparenting tips that will help you put your children first.