Divorcing Well

In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Dawn Wiggins, a Divorce Coach, who is also trained in the modalities of EDMR and homeopathy. We chat about how trauma is stored in our bodies and how EDMR and homeopathy can help clients heal and move forward in their post divorce lives. In particular, Dawn shares how subconscious healing and energy work can help empower you to discover who you really are and what you really want. You won’t want to miss this positive and uplifting episode.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Lora Cheadle about how to survive betrayal and thrive.  Lora is a Betrayal Recovery Expert and Coach and we discuss the many types of betrayal and the challenges of overcoming them.  Lora discusses her betrayal recovery process and shares actionable steps that listeners can use to address their feelings of betrayal so they can reclaim their identity and self-worth and claim what’s possible for them on the other side.  If you have been betrayed in your relationship, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Marni Blank about the importance of end of life and legacy planning following your divorce.  This is a difficult topic but one that you should not avoid.  Marni discusses the importance of addressing these issues for your loved ones and the problems that can arise if you don’t.  This is an important episode for everyone going through separation and divorce.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Nikki Tucker, and we discuss the important topic of separation, divorce and finances. So many people going through divorce have financial fears both about the cost of the process and about how much money they will have left following their divorce. Nikki discusses how to manage these fears and she provides concrete strategies on how your can reduce the cost of your divorce. This episode has helpful information for anyone going through divorce, but particularly women, who have an uncomfortable relationship with money.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Jason Scriven about the green flags you should be looking for in your first relationship after divorce.  Jason is a divorce coach and he works with clients to not just survive divorce, but to thrive after divorce.  We chat about relationship green flags as well as some common red flags.  Jason offers his insight on how to know if you are ready to date following your divorce and when to introduce your new partner to your children.  Jason provides some great insight for those who are separated or divorced and are unsure about dating again.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with attorney, Heather Quick, who is the Founder of the Florida Women’s Law Group.  We discuss 5 red flags that you need to divorce your divorce attorney and how to find a lawyer who will advocate for you legal rights.  All too often clients pick the first lawyer they speak to and end up regretting it down the road.  Heather discusses how to find the right lawyer from the start, the things to look for in an attorney who will be aligned with your goals, and the importance of asking the right questions.  She shares what you should do if you are not happy with your current attorney and both the advantages and disadvantages of switching lawyers part way through your case.  Often clients are not sure if they have retained the right attorney so this is an important episode on how to prevent that from happening in the first place and a guide on how to know if have chosen the wrong attorney.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with author, Rich Allen, about strategies for grieving when you are going through divorce. Rich discusses his own loss of his father in 2020 and how it inspired him to write a series of books to help others cope with loss, whether it is the loss of a loved one, or the loss of a relationship or marriage. Rich discusses how the grieving process looks and how everyone grieves differently. He provides some helpful strategies for managing grief and emphasizes the importance of connection and not doing it alone. This episode is helpful for anyone going through separation or divorce who is mourning and grieving the loss of the relationship.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Grieve Leave Founder, Rebecca Feinglos, about grieving your divorce.  Not everyone understands the amount of grieving involved in marital breakdown and divorce.  Rebecca discusses why we grieve the loss of our marriage, what grief looks like, and how to grieve in a healthy way.  We also discuss the challenges of grieving your divorce even if you are the one initiating it as well as when to know you may need the help of a mental health professional.  Rebecca also shares some tips for supporting our loved ones if they are grieving their divorce.  This episode is a must listen for anyone dealing with the breakdown of a relationship.

In today’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Love Coach, Johnny Fernandez, about how to find true love in today’s dating world.  Johnny and his wife, Lara, work to help empower single professional women to live the life of their dreams with their soulmates by their side. We discuss the challenges of dating after divorce and Johnny’s advice on how to manage them.  We also chat about whether it is ok to settle, how to find a man who is looking for a committed relationship rather than a casual one,  how to have the right mindset to meet a love partner, and so much more.  If you are back in the dating world after separation or divorce, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Jennifer Donison about a new course she has developed for anyone who is interested in becoming a divorce coach.  Jennifer chats about the elements of the course and why you should take it.  We discuss what divorce coaches do and the problems in the industry due to the lack of regulation and inconsistent training.  If you are interested in becoming a divorce coach, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In today’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Dating and Relationship Coach, Laurie Gerber, about dating after divorce.  We discuss the challenges of dating in 2024 and in particular, we chat about dating in your fifties.  Laurie’s favourite group of women to work with are those in their fifties and she provides some great tips on how to meet your possible mate.  If you are going through separation and divorce and wish to begin dating again, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Laurie is offering a free gift to listeners that can be found at this link:

In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Relationship Coach and Author, Sally Kalan, about her book, “Confessions of a Relationship Junkie:  Healing Narcissistic Chains & Finally Breaking Free”.  Sally discusses her own experience in her relationship with a narcissist and she highlights many lessons that can help so many people.  Sally discusses trauma bonds, inner child wounds, the challenges of leaving a relationship with a narcissist and the hard work it entails to recover from the relationship.  If you are currently in a relationship and suspect your partner is a narcissist or if you are separated from one, you won’t want to miss this episode, and you will definitely want to pick up a copy of Sally’s book.

To purchase, “Confessions of a Relationship Junkie:  Healing Narcissistic Chains & Finally Breaking Free”, visit:

In this episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with attorney, Charles Jamieson, about the controversial topic of parental alienation.  Charles discusses what it is, how it is different from estrangement , the challenges of dealing with parental alienation in the family court system, and what you can do if you are being alienated from your children.  Charles provides very practical, cost free solutions to parents who have been alienated and we have a very frank conversation about the limits of the family court system in dealing with these cases.  If you think you are being alienated from your children by your spouse, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Johanna Lynn about how understanding how we were loved as children impacts how we love in our adult relationships. This episode contains so much helpful information for everyone. How are parents loved us as children has a significant impact on how we love others as adults, what we accept in our relationships, what triggers us, how we behave and so much more. Johanna discusses the work that she does using epigenetics to assist clients with unpacking these subconscious behaviours that have been imprinted on us so that we can have healthy, loving relationships as adults, particularly after a high conflict divorce.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Leadership Communications Coach and Media Personality, Elissa Lansdell about how to thrive through conflict.  In a world where conflict is often seen as negative and disruptive, Elissa works with clients using conscious conflict which reframes how we look at conflict and turns it into an opportunity.  Elissa shares techniques that can be used to help listeners communicate better with their ex, thrive through conflict and also thrive in other areas of their lives.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Patricia Greco, a Chartered Accountant and a Chartered Financial Divorce Specialist about the tax implications that listeners need to understand when they divorce.  Patricia discusses the tax implications of various property transfers involved in equalization payments, and she shares important information that can have a major impact on a fair settlement between parties.  Patricia also discusses common mistakes people make, the importance of getting good financial advice through divorce and much more.  You won’t want to miss this episode as it has so much helpful information.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with family mediator, Jennifer Sanders, about the pros of using mediation to resolve your family law matter.  Jennifer discusses what mediation involves, misconceptions surrounding mediation, the advantages, disadvantages and so much more.  I am a big proponent of mediation and encourage listeners to tune in to this podcast to determine if their own case could benefit from mediation.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Certified Financial Planner, Marni Levy, about the financial impact of divorce on women. We chat about the emotions women have surrounding money and how it can cause them to make financial mistakes. Divorce can be financially devastating for both men and women, and Marni discusses the importance of financial literacy. Her most important take away is that it is never too late to reinvent yourself and to change your money story.

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Nick Meima, an experienced Divorce Recovery Group Facilitator, Relationship Coach and Business Coach about Divorce Recovery. Nick discusses the most common mistakes that people make during and after divorce. He also shares how to emotionally “disentangle” from the “ex”, provides tips for what to do and not do in the first year of separation, and much more. You won’t want to miss this episode.

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Sadie Marie, the host of Sadie’s Divorced and Happy Podcast. We discuss how divorce can be a positive experience and how it is possible to be divorced and happy. Sadie shares her own story of a difficult divorce and how post-divorce life is an opportunity to find true happiness. She shares great advice on how to find the positive as you are going through one of life’s most stressful events. Her philosophy that you should be the love of your life is the best advice I have heard. We don’t find happiness in others, we create it for ourselves. For an uplifting, inspiring take on post divorce life, you won’t want to miss this podcast episode.

Sadie Marie, host of Sadie’s Divorced and Happy podcast, empowers divorced men and women globally to embrace the exciting, playful - and even spicy - life that awaits them after divorce.

Sadie also produces Divorced and Happy social events in cities across the country, including the Twin Cities, Denver, Chicago and Washington, DC.

Looking to spicy up your dating life? Try Sadie’s playful, Dating Flavor Profile Quiz!

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Helen Yack and Gabbi Silverberg of Rise Up Counselling about the many benefits of working with a therapist while you go through separation and divorce. Helen and Gabbi discuss how therapy and counselling can help you and your children manage the stress and anxiety of divorce. We also chat about how it can save you money in legal fees to work with a therapist too. Divorce is one of life’s most stressful events so hiring the right professionals to help you be at your best when you make some very important, life altering decisions is invaluable. This episode provides so much helpful information. You won’t want to miss it.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Dawn Demeter who shares part 2 of her inspiring story and the lessons she learned as she navigated a 17-year divorce process.  Through her divorce journey Dawn went through mediation, litigation, multiple lawyers, and self representation.  She learned some very valuable lessons that could benefit others.  In this week’s episode Dawn discusses very practical lessons and advice for those who are thinking about separating.  Her advice touches on things like credit ratings, insurance, preparing for divorce before leaving, Canada Pension Benefit sharing, and so much more. You won’t want to miss this episode, especially if you are in the pre-separation stages.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with forensic accountant, Dave Oswald, about spouses who hide money or assets. Dave discusses the process for finding assets and money, pitfalls to avoid, things to look for and he shares some great success stories. If you are concerned that your spouse may be hiding money or assets in your divorce, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with marriage and relationship exit strategist, Tonya Carter, about how to divorce our story.  So many people find it challenging to move forward after divorce, create a new and better life, and leave their divorce story in the past.  Tonya provides some great advice and strategies on how to move forward to lead your best life and not let your feelings from your divorce keep you stuck and unhappy.  Tonya has a great message for everyone going through divorce.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with New York divorce attorney, Dennis Vetrano, about how power imbalances in relationships are contributing to divorce and what you can do to prevent this in your relationship.  Dennis discusses how working women are exhausted from working long hours outside the home and then getting little help with childcare and household tasks at home.  He provides advice on how to communicate with your partner to rebalance the relationship and he provides other helpful tips for a healthy relationship.  If you are contemplating divorce or just want to improve your relationship, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Tracy Poizner, a mentor and parenting coach for dads who are experiencing parental alienation. We discuss how dads can navigate this very difficult situation and how to bridge the gap between what your lawyer can do to help you and what you can do to help yourself. Tracy provides some fantastic advice for dads in this situation along with tips for communicating with your children. If you are an alienated father or are concerned that your ex may be trying to alienate you, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with divorce coach, Jennifer Aternino, about how couples who are in a high conflict separation can benefit from working with a divorce coach. We discuss the advantages of using a coach and some of the common issues that a coach can help with. In addition, we chat about the differences between a coach and a therapist, what makes a separation high conflict and how conflict can be reduced through a coach. If you are involved in a high conflict separation, you won’t want to miss this episode.

To work with Jennifer or learn more about her, visit:

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Financial Advisor, Francesca Rea, about women, money and divorce.  Francesca discusses the importance of financial planning , having your own bank account, managing money and so much more.  Many women are still uncomfortable talking about money and often defer to their husbands when it comes to managing family investments.  Francesca discusses the importance of financial literacy and she provides some great tips on how to protect yourself.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

To learn more about Francesca Rea or to download her “Your Mind and Your Money” workbook, visit:

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Townsend Family Law’s very own, Irina Kochkina, about our new services of mediation and divorce coaching.  We are so excited to be offering these new services to our clients which will help them reduce their legal fees and have more control over their family law matter.  Irina discusses her vast experience in family law, her approach to mediation, and why prospective clients should consider mediation as an option.  She also discusses the many benefits of working with her as a divorce coach and how she can help clients reduce their legal fees in this capacity.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I am excited to chat with author Terry Smith, whose children’s book, “See You Later”, helps parent and children cope with children’s separation anxiety which often results when their parents divorce.  Terry shares his own story and provides helpful tips and strategies that parents can use to help their children through the challenges from divorce.

To purchase Terry’s book, “See You Later”, or contact him, please visit:

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with author, speak and life coach, Nina Groop, about rediscovering yourself after divorce and how the divorce recovery process affects you physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  We chat about how when we are going through a challenging time, it can be very difficult to get unstuck.  Nina provides some great advice on how to move forward and reconnect with your true self after abandoning yourself in an unhappy marriage for years.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with author and coach, Lindsay Ellis, about how to show up as the best parent you can be during your divorce.  We chat about high conflict divorces and how to navigate conflict with your ex.  Lindsay provides strategies on dealing with an ex who is bad mouthing you as well as some great advice on how to establish your core values and use them to show up as the best parent you can be. 

This episode is a must listen for anyone who is a coparent.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with conscious parenting coach, Mikki Gardner, about how to co-parent your children with confidence. Mikki discusses many of the challenges of co-parenting with your ex and offers some great tips and solutions for difficult situations. We chat about coparenting in high conflict and more amicable situations. This podcast is a must listen for all divorcing parents.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with family lawyer, Patricia Nelson, about the important topic of parental alienation.  Patricia describes what constitutes parental alienation and discusses the significant impact that it has on children.  We also chat about the challenges for clients who are experiencing parental alienation, as these are some of the most difficult cases for family lawyers.  If you are experiencing alienating behaviour from your Ex, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with fellow family lawyer, Patricia Nelson, about high conflict parenting.  Patricia is a very experienced family law lawyer and has a wealth of advice for parents who find themselves in a high conflict divorce.  She provides tips for deescalating the conflict, reasons why you must do so, and lots of other great information .  If you are trying to coparent with someone who is high conflict, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with expert business valuator, Rim Grewal, about his company Valu8er and its innovative software that has automated expert business valuation reports. This is a software-as-a-service platform that will bring the most comprehensive, objective and data driven valuation reports to date. This is a disruptive technology that relies on deep coding and algorithms to automatically recommend appropriate multiples for companies, thereby taking personal opinion out of the equation when calculating EBITDA multiples to value private companies. More to come soon. Rim specializes in business valuations and quantification of damages, and has practiced exclusively in these areas for over 11 years (as of 2023). Rim has provided expert reports in business valuations pursuant to shareholder disputes, purchase price allocations, corporate acquisitions and for tax and estate planning. Rim also have provided expert damage quantification reports for expropriation proceedings, and breach of contract. Rim’s damages quantification and business valuation experience ranges across various industries including manufacturing, technology, software, pharmaceuticals, financial services, real estate, retail, construction and others. Rim has also prepared or assisted in the preparation of numerous expert reports and affidavits. Rim has participated in various arbitrations and has appeared as an expert witness at trial and at mediation proceedings. Specialties: Business Valuations and Damages Quantification.

If your family law matter involves a business valuation, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Winnie Chan Wang about releasing trauma from your body in the context of divorce.  Winnie is a mindfulness and traditional medicine expert, international speaker, bestselling author and a professor in acupuncture at the Alhambra Medical University. Research and experience have shown that for most people divorce is a very traumatizing experience.  For this reason, managing stress and trauma within our bodies is so important.  Winnie provides a wealth of information, tips and practices that will help listeners release trauma and maintain their health.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Beth Behrendt about her book, “Nesting After Divorce: co-Parenting in the Family Home”.  Beth has been a guest on the podcast before and shared her divorce story of having a nesting arrangement for her family following her divorce.  Beth discusses her book and how nesting has worked for her and other families that she has interviewed.  She discusses the many benefits of this arrangement to the children, along with some of the challenges like dating, maintaining privacy and financial implications.

To purchase Beth’s book, “Nesting After Divorce”, visit:

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with financial professionals Cammie Doder and Sandi Bragar about the important topic of rebuilding your wealth after divorce.  Cammie and Sandi provide some great advice on how to reduce overwhelm, not tie your self-worth to your net worth, and the importance of focusing on your goals as you build or rebuild your wealth.  They both emphasize that it is never too late to build wealth and they provide so much helpful information and positivity.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

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Join me in this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, where I chat with divorce and reinvention coach, Alison Hall, about how to reinvent yourself after divorce.   Alison discusses the importance of not limiting yourself in your dreams and what you can accomplish, while also stressing the importance of breaking things down into bite size manageable actions.  Alison also discusses the importance of financial empowerment and its role in pursuing the life of our dreams.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with author and coach, Suzanne Vickberg, about how to design your divorce.  Suzanne discusses her book, Divorce By Design, and how her and her partner were able to be creative in designing the divorce that worked best for their family.  Suzanne discusses how her and her partner, along with her partner’s new spouse, have lived together for over thirteen years, raising their family together in a respectful, positive approach. While Suzanne agrees that this living arrangement may not work for many people, she focuses on advising others how they can think outside the box with their divorce, have their own “divorce vision”, and they don’t have to just blindly follow the negative, adversarial approach used by so many people. This podcast is a must listen for anyone going through divorce who wants to use a positive, creative approach.

To purchase Suzanne’s book, Divorce By Design, visit:

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with health coach, Maverick Willett, about how to get healthy, fit and obtain that post divorce, “revenge body” you may be seeking.  Maverick discusses his three key components to wellness, and the importance of mindset in taking care of your body and being your best self.  He provides some great fitness and nutrition advice that is helpful for anyone seeking to improve their overall health.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with certified divorce coach, Jennifer Warren Medwin, about how to empower yourself through divorce.  Jennifer discusses the importance of talking to ourselves using empowering language and she provides many tips and strategies to help you navigate your divorce from a place of strength and empowerment.  She shares her easy to remember acronyms that can be used in a variety of situation to help you handle stress, conflict, and negative emotions.  If you are feeling disempowered as you navigate your divorce, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with author Sarah Armstrong, who has written the fabulous book called, “The Mom’s Guide to a Good Divorce: What to Think Through When Children Are Involved.”

Sarah discusses her tips for Moms (and Dads) on how to divorce in a way that has the least negative impact possible on your children.  She provides some great advice and shows not only that a good divorce is possible, but why a good divorce should be your goal.  You won’t want to miss this episode.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with mortgage broker, John Panagakos, about a hot topic right now, interest rates and mortgages.  When parties separate and wish to obtain financing on their own to purchase new residences, qualifying for a mortgage can become a challenge.  John created a company called Separation Mortgages and he specializes in finding mortgage and financing solutions for those going through separation and divorce.  In our interview we chat about the important things that mortgage seekers should know, as well as some of the problems and solutions that arise.  We even discuss the hot topic of the day:  where are interest rates going and what should you know.  This podcast has lots of amazing information so you won’t wan to miss it.

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In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I am joined by divorce coach, Hasana Elamin, who shares her own inspiring divorce story along with tips on the power of your mindset in overcoming divorce.  Hasana shares her story of how she left a difficult marriage, with no income or job, and created a new life for herself and her children.  Hasana overcame many challenges and used the power of a positive mindset to help her plan her separation and restart her life from nothing.  Her story is very inspiring and you won’t want to miss this episode.

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with divorce attorney, Meghan Freed, of Freed Marcroft, about lessons she has learned about relationships, marriage and divorce.  We discuss common causes of divorce, what makes a relationship last, and much more.  Meghan’s most important message is about how divorce can result in an opportunity to positively change your life and to create the life of your dreams.  We also discuss same sex relationships and issues that arise between same sex couples.  This episode provides great advice and information for anyone going through separation or divorce.

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