132. How Compartmentalizing Will Help You and Not Compartmentalizing Can Hurt You in Your Divorce

In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Armstrong, author of A Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce, to discuss the importance of compartmentalizing during the divorce process. Divorce is emotionally draining, and the ability to compartmentalize can help you navigate it more effectively—especially when emotions run SUPER high. Sarah shares her personal journey through divorce and how she learned to compartmentalize to keep her focus on what really mattered: her daughter, her career, and making the best decisions for the long term. And oh - she's the VP of global marketing operations, at Google...yep!

What you'll learn:

• The importance of compartmentalizing during divorce and how it can help you make better decisions
• How to manage emotional triggers and not let them dictate your actions
• Practical steps for compartmentalizing, such as taking a breath and giving yourself time to cool down before reacting
• The power of focusing on the long game and making decisions that are best for you and your kids
• How Sarah used her compartmentalization skills to balance her career at Google, motherhood, and her personal life post-divorce

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the emotional rollercoaster of divorce, this episode will give you the tools to regain control and make decisions that serve YOU and your kids in the long run. Whether it's deciding when to show emotion or learning to take a step back during tense moments, Sarah’s insights are invaluable for anyone navigating the difficult journey of divorce and we're here for it - and we're here for you, too!

Connect with Sarah:

Sarah's website: https://www.gooddivorce.guide

Sarah's book: A Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce

Our Divorce Crash Course was designed to hold your hand through the process and help you avoid major and expensive mistakes. Learn more here: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-course

Our Family Wizard is another fantasitc resource for those who need help navigating the "fun" world of coparenting. Head to this landing page to see how we work closely with them to support our listeners! http://www.ourfamilywizard.com/notsuck

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