Welcome back to the second half of Stories from the Other Side with Kristi Tanner, the Mocktail Mommy. In this powerful and inspiring two-part episode, host Erica Bennett sits down with Kristi Tanner, the Mocktail Mommy, who shares her remarkable journey from alcohol dependency to a transformed sober lifestyle post-divorce. Together, they discuss how societal norms often revolve around alcohol, and how the socially acceptable happy hour can turn into a problem. Kristi opens up about using alcohol as a coping mechanism during her toughest moments, including her struggles with postpartum depression, the pressures of being a stay-at-home mom, and her battle with addiction that eventually led her to rehab and a life-changing awakening. Tune in for this two part exploration of when alcohol becomes too much.

Learn more about Kristi Tanner; Kristi Tanner faced significant challenges during a difficult period in her marriage. Struggling to cope with her inner turmoil and fears, she initially turned to wine as a temporary escape, hoping to quiet the nagging intuition that something was deeply amiss. Each night, she hoped that the discomfort would dissipate by morning, only to find it returning relentlessly. This cycle of avoidance underscored the persistent nature of her issues and the daunting reality she feared to confront. When Krist got sober she creating accountability through her "mocktail mommy" Instagram account, which celebrates the joy of non-alcoholic living.

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Learn more about Kristi Tanner; Kristi Tanner faced significant challenges during a difficult period in her marriage. Struggling to cope with her inner turmoil and fears, she initially turned to wine as a temporary escape, hoping to quiet the nagging intuition that something was deeply amiss. Each night, she hoped that the discomfort would dissipate by morning, only to find it returning relentlessly. This cycle of avoidance underscored the persistent nature of her issues and the daunting reality she feared to confront. When Krist got sober she creating accountability through her "mocktail mommy" Instagram account, which celebrates the joy of non-alcoholic living.

Email: kristijtanner@gmail.com

Instagram: Mocktailmommy

Facebook: Kristi Julia Tanner

Welcome to another Stories from the Other Side on The Crazy Ex-Wives Club! In today's powerful and inspiring show, host Erica Bennett sits down with Kristi Tanner, the Mocktail Mommy, who shares her remarkable journey from alcohol dependency to a transformed sober lifestyle post-divorce. Together, they discuss how societal norms often revolve around alcohol, and how the socially acceptable happy hour can turn into a problem. Kristi opens up about using alcohol as a coping mechanism during her toughest moments, including her struggles with postpartum depression, the pressures of being a stay-at-home mom, and her battle with addiction that eventually led her to rehab and a life-changing awakening. Tune in for this two part exploration of when alcohol becomes too much.

Learn more about Kristi Tanner; Kristi Tanner faced significant challenges during a difficult period in her marriage. Struggling to cope with her inner turmoil and fears, she initially turned to wine as a temporary escape, hoping to quiet the nagging intuition that something was deeply amiss. Each night, she hoped that the discomfort would dissipate by morning, only to find it returning relentlessly. This cycle of avoidance underscored the persistent nature of her issues and the daunting reality she feared to confront. When Krist got sober she creating accountability through her "mocktail mommy" Instagram account, which celebrates the joy of non-alcoholic living.

Email: kristijtanner@gmail.com

Instagram: Mocktailmommy

Facebook: Kristi Julia Tanner

In this episode, our host Erica Bennett dives deep into the realities of life after infidelity and the path to emotional healing with our special guest, T.H. Irwin, co-founder of the ExExperts. Erica and T.H.

Throughout the episode, T.H. opens up about the moment she realized her marriage was over and how she and her best friend launched the exExperts to help others facing similar challenges.

Erica and T.H. also touch on the stigma around divorce, the damaging effects of ignoring red flags, and the necessity of taking time to process emotional pain.

Together, they offer valuable advice, resources, and emotional support to anyone walking the difficult path of divorce. Tune in to learn more about making deliberate choices, embracing personal growth, and the joy of reclaiming your life.

Learn more about T.H. Irwin: T.H. Irwin is a proud mother of three who has found happiness in divorce and is thriving at 50. She is embracing her new age bracket while cherishing her supportive "girl gang," loving family, and fantastic boyfriend. Despite her busy life, she values surrounding herself with people who inspire, challenge, motivate, and teach her new things. Connect with T.H. Irwin with her links below:

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In this episode of *The Crazy Ex-Wives Club*, host Erica Bennett welcomes Amanda Busby Codney, lifestylist and editor-in-chief of *The Circle* magazine. Amanda shares her journey of self-discovery post-divorce and the transformative power of style in healing. They delve into the emotional challenges of ending a marriage, the importance of intuition, and the myriad of healing pathways like alternative therapies. Amanda highlights how *The Circle* supports women through storytelling and connection. Tune in to explore personal growth, finding your identity, and transforming your life and style after a big change. Plus, get exclusive offers and resources from Amanda!

Learn more about Amanda Busby Codney, The Lifestylist As the founder of The Lifestylist Amanda collects and curates wisdom, bringing transformational growth & style to clients on a global scale. Amanda works with her clients to develop their style, and transform their life. As a Certified Life Coach & Master Stylist Amanda’s endless quest to pursue personal development & aligned style allows her to work with her clients on true transformational growth. Amanda is a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator at women’s events, and she is also the Editor In Chief of a women’s magazine, The Circle. As the Host of The Always Ask Podcast, Amanda is on a mission to bring you the most influential minds that have inspired her on her own self discovery journey around the globe. Email:amanda@amandabusbyinc.com

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Welcome back to The Crazy Ex-Wives Club! In today’s episode, we delve deep into the intricate and often overwhelming journey of grief and forgiveness after divorce and separation. I’m your host, Erica Bennett, and joining me is the incredibly resilient Teresa Strong Myrick. Teresa's story is one of profound loss—she's faced the murder of her father, the passing of her brother, and the deaths of both her mom and husband in 2020. Together, we’ll explore the multi-layered process of grief, the delayed emotional impacts, and the struggle of feeling isolated during such times.

Learn more about Teresa Strong Myrick: Teresa Strong-Myrick is especially valuable in helping businesses identify their why, avoid self-sabotage and conquer mindset issues that hinder achieving their personal best performance. As a former business owner Teresa Strong-Myrick knows first-hand the challenges of designing a business that can operate efficiently and effectively without the owner during challenging times. Teresa now couples her own life experiences as a small business owner and previous life coaching training to equip and enable clients to gain the freedom and success they desire. Teresa’s background in child and family counseling, law enforcement, life coaching and business ownership has fueled her passion and shaped her understanding and abilities to effectively motivate and guide clients to reach their goals no matter what the obstacles.

Email: teresa@actioncoachtampabay.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teestrongspeaks/

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In the latest episode of the Crazy Ex Wives Club podcast, host Erica delves into the number one requested topic of remaining civil during a divorce. Erica explores the emotional challenges of maintaining a respectful divorce process, explaining why it's so hard to stay calm and fact-based when emotions run high and offers actionable advice on setting goals, managing triggers, and keeping your endgame in mind. Whether you're in the early stages of separation or years into co-parenting, this episode provides crucial tools for navigating your journey with grace and dignity.

Learn more about Erica Bennett, host of The Crazy EX-Wives Club

Global training guru, empowerment coach, and a woman obsessed with helping you rewire the fear that is holding you back, Erica specializes in helping divorced women navigate the healing journey. With over 20 years of training and coaching experience, Erica brings her blend of “woo and do” to help you line up with your desires and take action for your success.

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Welcome back to "The Crazy Ex-Wives Club"! In today's episode, Erica Bennett sits down with Julie Ferrman, a renowned personal matchmaker and dating coach based in LA and Santa Fe. Together, they delve into the intricacies of modern relationships, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, self-awareness, and flexibility in finding a meaningful connection.

Julie shares her unique approach to matchmaking, which includes her mitzvah matches and a methodology centered around deep understanding and genuine connection. She provides invaluable advice on embracing feminine qualities, understanding men's relationships with commitment and money, and navigating the online dating landscape.

Erica and Julie also explore the significance of essential traits like honesty, integrity, and humor over superficial attributes and the art of meaningful flirting, broken down into three engaging levels. Julie invites our listeners to join her free community for personalized support and education programs designed to set up a successful dating mindset.

Join us as we unpack these topics and more, providing you with the tools to navigate and thrive in your dating journey. Don't forget to leave us a rating and review—your support helps other women find their path to healing and happiness. Get ready to gain a fresh perspective on love and relationships, right here on The Crazy Ex-Wives Club!

Learn more about this week’s guest Julie Ferman:Julie Ferman Legendary Matchmaker, Dating Coach. www.JulieFerman.com & Host of The Cupid’s Coach Podcast

A professional matchmaker & Dating Coach since 1990, with over 1300 Success Story Couples, Julie Ferman is truly legendary in the dating industry. She is an edu-taining guest expert, easy to schedule with, lively and engaging, and she brings to your audience decades of media and public speaking experience. Using real live examples and stories galore, Julie’s spot on, courageous, compassionate advice for men and women who are out there in the dating trenches is always well received.

Julie is the host of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast and has produced over 500 singles events since launching her matchmaking agency in 2002 in L.A and she is a frequent speaker at global matchmaking industry conferences. Julie met her husband of 32 years through a proactive love search of her own. She hired a dating coach to set her straight, she threw dozens of parties, she did personal ads, had 50 first dates in two years and eventually landed at a dating agency. The man she married was the owner of that dating agency. He sold her a membership, she later flirted with him, asked him out and they quickly married and had two sons, now 28 and 31. Julie has she spent every day since 1990 helping singles to make that all-important initial connection with the right people and to master the art of dating. Her matchmaking clients are primarily in Los Angeles and Santa Fe, NM, her two homes, and she does personal consultations by Zoom with coaching clients all over the world.

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Welcome back to The Crazy Ex-Wives Club! In this enlightening episode, host Erica Bennett sits down with Rachel Kennedy, an experienced family mediator with a deeply personal connection to her work. Together, Erica and Rachel unpack the intricacies of mediation, discussing its role in fostering communication and conflict resolution during divorce. They delve into the importance of understanding power dynamics, managing heightened emotions, and the value of taking time in the mediation process to avoid future legal pitfalls.

Rachel, drawing from her background as a therapist and her own challenging divorce, details how she stumbled upon her passion for mediation and emphasizes the restorative methods she employs, sharing examples as diverse as a couple navigating parenting time over the holiday season to another couple who resolved their divorce swiftly in one session. Erica adds insights from her own experiences, reflecting on her journey of separation and the emphasis on core values to guide decisions.

This episode is rich with advice, personal anecdotes, and practical tips for anyone navigating the emotional terrain of divorce, offering a compelling perspective on finding cooperative, respectful solutions outside the courtroom. So, grab a cup of coffee and join us for another transformative conversation on The Crazy Ex-Wives Club.

Learn more about this week’s guest:

Rachel Kennedy transitioned from being a stay-at-home mom to a beacon of support for individuals navigating the tumultuous waters of divorce. Initially, she began offering informal assistance to those in abusive situations, driven by her own life experiences. This led to the official founding of Gathering Hope, Minnesota, in 2021, an organization dedicated to helping women — and occasionally men — through the challenging process of divorce. As her children grew older and she faced a major life shift, Rachel sought a deeper way to fulfill her passion for supporting others, deciding to return to graduate school to become a therapist. Her journey from informal aid to a structured support system highlights Rachel’s unwavering commitment to helping people rebuild their lives during one of their most difficult times.

Listener Offer: Anyone who books with Rachel and says they heard about her on the show will get 50% off their first session.

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