Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast

Karen McMahon

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Jul 1, 2023 • 1h 22min

Meet the Coaches: Founder, Karen McMahon's Story

This episode is being shared from the Divorced People podcast which Karen McMahon was recently interviewed on. Divorced People is a podcast about divorce, marriage, and relationships. The host, Nicole Quallen, a divorced person and collaborative divorce lawyer, speaks with story-tellers who have been through the difficult, beautiful, complicated, super-stigmatized institution and are brave and ready enough to share their experience with us all. Here is Nicole's introduction to this episode: Karen McMahon is the founder of Journey Beyond Divorce, a podcast and divorce coaching practice, and Karen has seen some sh%t! Karen is wise and kind and fun and funny and we had a blast sharing her long, incredibly difficult, and ultimately triumphant story. Karen began her divorce process 20 years ago, and is just now sharing her story for the first time in such detail. We talk about what it looked like to raise her children from elementary school-age through their early adulthood, how to make the big big leap to leave, mantras for the times of self-doubt, and lots about the transformative power of tough times. Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com Listen to Divorced People's Podcast https://www.patreon.com/divorcedpeople
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Jun 29, 2023 • 52min

All Things Parenting: Long Distant Parenting: The challenges, rewards and best practices with Carrie Norwood

Distance parenting was a new term to me when I found today's guest and given that I have been in the divorce field for over a dozen years, that surprised me. So today we are discussing "Long Distance Parenting: The challenges, rewards and best practices." The term Distance Parenting refers to those who are parenting from afar…another state, region or country….physically very far away from their children. Carrie has been a distance parent for over two decades. She explains some of the circumstances that create this dynamic, addresses the stigma around it and shares some of the unique complexities faced by those navigating distance parenting. Carrie Norwood is also a bit unique in that she is not a 'professional expert' like so many of my guests. She's actually a techy by trade. Carrie divorced over 20 years ago and found herself needing to long distance parent her 3 year old. She wasn't able to find a single piece of information on how to do it but was certain that failure was not an option. Carrie figured it out, began supporting other parents in a similar situation and ultimately founded distanceparent.org in 2003. Distanceparent.org is the internet's only comprehensive resource for long distance parents and Carrie has been a long distance parenting community facilitator since the organization's inception. Contact Carrie Norwood below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/distanceparent Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/distanceparent Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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Jun 22, 2023 • 55min

JBD Team Talks: You're Not Crazy Part III - Exploring the Voices in Your Head

Part 3 of our series focuses on how to appreciate and benefit from the different voices in your head and their unique perspectives by using "The Brain Huddle" , a practice author Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD refers to as a "Power Tool for Peace". The four voices or characters generated by four different types of neural tissue in our brains are somewhat stereotypical in their behavioral patterns which means that the more that you are willing to observe their responses/reactions to circumstances the more freedom you (and they) will have to work together to support you in a "whole brain life" Listen to Lisa and Karen review our four characters and introduce you to the five steps of the "The Brain Huddle", a practice that starts with using your breath to calm the stress center of your brain. Once you've passed the 90 seconds it takes to step back and out of the stress response you'll be able to hear and access the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives of the other parts of your brain that are equally you. Lisa and Karen share real life examples of using the Brain Huddle to navigate challenging situations that arise during divorce and in life in general. If you want to move beyond the experience of fear, isolation, and despair that arises during divorce and be more effective and happier in your life, this show is for you. Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at www.rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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Jun 16, 2023 • 53min

All Things Parenting: Parallel Parenting: A Proven Approach to Successful High Conflict Co Parenting with Brook Olsen

Welcome to another episode of All Things Parenting. You're post divorce and survived the chaotic, complex, often times hostile and overwhelming divorce process. You thought you would be free, feel better, be less triggered and engaged with your ex. But you have kids together and somedays it feels like nothing has changed except you're living under separate roofs! How can you successfully co parent with a high conflict person when there is so much that continues to trigger you. The answer lies in understanding and evolving YOUR behavior. Today's guest is one of the best experts I have found in the field of Parallel Parenting or High Conflict Co Parenting. Brook Olsen is the Founder of The High Conflict Diversion Program, Author of The Black Hole of HighConflict and hosts The High Conflict Co-Parenting Podcast. I am so excited to have you back for another conversation. Contact Brook Olsen below: Website: https://www.highconflict.net Free Gift: https://disengage.highconflict.net/free-booklet Instagram: @highconflictdiversionprogram Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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Jun 15, 2023 • 1h 13min

JBD Team Talks: You're Not Crazy Part II - Exploring the Voices in Your Head

The neurons in our brains are not all alike. Our brains think and feel in four different ways, every one of us. We may be more aware of certain ways than others, and define ourselves by the ways of thinking that are habitual...which does not always serve us well, especially when navigating divorce and post divorce life. In today's show, Part 2 of You're Not Crazy: Exploring the Voices in Your Head, Lisa and Karen familiarize you with the four distinct thinking and feeling modes in your brain introduced in Part 1. With this knowledge you can begin to understand how you can expand your responses to the many challenging situations that arise during the divorce journey as well as life in general. Imagine, you have undiscovered resources within yourself that can help you to be more resourceful and your life easier to navigate! Ready to meet yourself in a new way? Let's go... Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at www.rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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Jun 9, 2023 • 59min

Divorce Roadmap: International Divorce: What to Know and How to Proceed

As if divorce is not overwhelming enough, those facing 'international divorce' complexities encounter an entirely unique and complex set of challenges which are even further intensified if there are children involved. Join us as we speak to matrimonial attorneys Nicole Centracchio and Bryan Reed who specialize in international divorce. They talk about the importance of strategically deciding when to make the decision to file for divorce and what to consider when choosing jurisdiction. Another key element is how to protect your children's ability to have access to both parents. Another unique challenge in 'bi-cultural divorce' is understanding and navigating differing value systems including cultural, religious, schooling and child rearing. Get your pen ready, it will be like sipping from a fire hose! Contact Nicole Centracchio and Bryan Reed below: https://www.recent-law.com/ Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at www.rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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Jun 6, 2023 • 37min

Voices of Celebration: My Unexpected Unbelievable Life After Divorce and Cancer with Guest, Clare

Clare was beaming when we began talking, so excited about her new lease on life. She had a marriage that had been dead for a while, with little communication or emotional support. She found herself more anxious and depressed, even praying for a way out of life...until one day, she got really sick and found herself facing death which ironically gave her a desire to live again! The journey to health also led her to re-evaluate her life, decide what was important. Clare began reading and learning about presence, meditation and finding her zest for life. She has moved a thousands miles away, begun a new chapter, built a new and growing circle of girlfriends and is living the life she designed. Clare realized she couldn't do it on her own and enlisted the support of Rachel, one of our JBD coaches. She talks about how our 12 Step program helped her to refine so many of her thoughts and behaviors and how coaching was the sounding board and guidance she needed to emerge a healthier more vibrant version of herself! Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at www.rapidreliefcall.com For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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May 31, 2023 • 42min

All Things Parenting: When Divorce Collides with Raising Complex Kids with Diane Dempster

Today we are discussing what happens when Divorce Collides with Raising Complex Kids. If you are raising a complex kid, you know the unique challenges you face. These difficulties may even have played a role in the dissolution of your marriage. Today we're joined by my dear friend and colleague, Diane Dempster. She walks us through what she means by 'complex kid' and what's different about parenting one through divorce. She highlights the likelihood that if you have a complex kid, either you and/or your co-parent may also be complex and discusses how this adds different complexities to the mix. We also look at how this dynamic affects single and co parenting and how you can evolve into a more present and intentional version of yourself through this complicated season. Diane Dempster is a professional coach, speaker, author and educator with 20 years of corporate leadership experience. She is the co-Founder of ImpactParents, a coaching organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, and co-creator of Sanity School® and the Sanity School® Certification Program for professionals. An experienced leader, expert in change management, and all-around life-sherpa, Diane helps clients create deep, sustaining change and opening clients' eyes to life. Contact Diane Dempster, CPC, PCC below: Parent Coach & Co-FounderImpactParents(404) 895-3030 cellDiane@ImpactParents.comhttps://ImpactParents.com Contact Journey Beyond Divorce: Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com/ For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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May 25, 2023 • 54min

JBD Team Talks: You're Not Crazy Part I - Exploring the Voices in Your Head

It is an all too human tendency to react to stressful situations in counterproductive ways, to attack out of intense emotion without a clear purpose, to accommodate long after it's healthy to do so, or to avoid addressing situations that are destructive. While these are rarely wise strategies, they are disastrous strategies prior to, in the midst of, and post divorce. During this episode and the following two Team Talks, Karen McMahon and Lisa Brick discuss an alternative approach to attacking, accommodating, and avoiding, help you to understand what part of your brain gets hijacked when you do, and how to be proactive, forward looking, and purposeful. When you use all of your brain, not just the hijacked parts, to handle the challenges that arise around divorce you begin to master your situation. These three Team Talks are based on the research and findings of neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor in her 2021 book, Whole Brain Living: the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Lives. Contact Lisa Brick: Email: lisa@journeybeyonddivorce.com Calendar: https://calendly.com/lisa-brick-jbd Contact Journey Beyond Divorce Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com/ For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com
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May 17, 2023 • 1h 1min

Divorce Roadmap: Children and Divorce: When Special Needs Kids Are Involved

Raising special needs children has a unique set of gifts and challenges. When negotiating divorce, it is essential that you can advocate for the support they will continue to need. Guest, Randi L. Karmel, PLLC, specializes in this area and discusses the pitfalls inherent and possibilities available through the negotiation process. Randi shares negotiation danger signs to be aware of as well as resources, organizations and advocates ready to assist you, financial support available for schooling and what you need to do to receive it. This is a must listen show for anyone entering divorce with special needs children. Contact Randi Karmel below: https://randikarmel.com/about/ Contact Journey Beyond Divorce Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com/ For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit: www.jbddivorcesupport.com

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