The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

It's not easy being married to someone who is controlling. But it might be even more difficult to divorce a controlling spouse. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Tiffany Hughes, who offers tips for going through a divorce when your soon-to-be-ex has a controlling personality. 

I'm a big fan of marriage therapy, but so often, I hear that it didn't work for couples and they ended up divorced. My guest in this episode is Ann Cerney, a Marriage Intensive Therapist, who shares her stories about couples who went to her for marriage intensive therapy, and the success they had. We explain what marriage intensive therapy is, and then talk about what goes on in the process and how it's different than traditional marriage therapy. Trying to save your marriage? This is a great episode for you! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-marriage-intensive-therapy-and-is-it-for-us/

So many times, women getting divorced have no idea what their life is going to look like after. That can feel scary, depressing, and sad, but my guests in this episode--who both went through divorces say life after divorce can be wonderful! Mimi Sullivan and Carolyn Bilyak are full of inspiration and tips for your post divorce life! Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/3-words-that-can-help-you-build-your-post-divorce-life/

Online dating can feel so frustrating and disappointing, that you might be asking, "Is this really worth it?" My guest in this episode is dating after divorce coach, Laurie Gerber, and Laurie and say yes! We will offer you tips that will inspire you to keep trying if you want to find real, meaningful love. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/is-online-dating-worth-it-you-decide/

When people are first getting divorced (or thinking about one), they start googling. Actually, now they ask AI, as well. My guest in this episode is Hirsch Serman, Financial Divorce Coach and divorced dad, who found out just what information people are searching for. We reveal 10 things people want to know and then offer our advice. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/google-trends-for-divorce-topics-what-people-search/

Do you have divorce guilt? My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Katherine Miller, who explains why people getting divorced feel guilt and shame, and what the difference between the two is. We also offer tips for those feeling guilt and shame. 

When going through a divorce, it's hard to picture your life after, especially pertaining to happiness. My guest in this episode is Joanne Litman, financial advisor and divorced mom, and Jo and I talk about happiness after divorce, specifically what you need and don't need to be happy. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-you-need-and-dont-need-for-happiness-after-divorce-and-how-to-move-on-after-divorce/

No one likes to be uncomfortable, but with divorce, you are going through so many changes and well, it's uncomfortable! Time to get comfortable being uncomfortable! But that's a good thing! My guest in this episode is Ron Platt, divorced dad and co-founder of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families (the NASDF.) Ron and I tell our divorce stories of feeling uncomfortable and some things we did to get comfortable. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/get-comfortable-being-uncomfortable-and-other-advice-on-love-and-divorce/

One of the biggest mistakes people make in divorce is waiting until they are officially divorced to hire a financial planner/investment firm. My guest in this episode is Peter Mullins, CDFA® and Vice-president at Vestor Capital, who explains what exactly a financial plan is, and how you can benefit by consulting with a financial advisor (especially a CDFA®) before or during your divorce. I am a client of Pete's (have been for a long time) so this is personal for me! 

Do you sometimes feel like you're never going to be happy again? Think again! My guest in this episode is divorce coach, Mardi Winder-Adams, who explains all the wonderful things that happened to her during and after divorce that she didn't expect. Of course, I tell my stories, too! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/the-unexpected-benefits-of-divorce-that-women-dont-talk-about-but-should/