It's pretty common to have doubts and second thoughts about the divorce. But how do you know if your doubts are valid? Maybe you are considering reconciling. My guest in this episode is divorce attorney, Tiffany Hughes, who offers an explanation for why these thoughts occur, and a list of things she wishes every person going through a divorce knew. Read the article on this topic here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/having-doubts-about-the-divorce-here-is-what-you-need-to-know/

Co-parenting is hard. So, what do you do when you feel frustrated and angry and resentful towards your ex, but you still want what's best for your kids? My guest is Trina Nudson, who is the creator of her new app, BeAligned, which is a tool to help you vent, think through thoughts, and answer difficult questions. The goal: to help you be the best co-parent you can be, and to improve your quality of life! Read the article here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/co-parenting-is-hard-weve-got-you-covered/

Wondering if your spouse is cheating? My guests in this episode are Anthony DeLorenzo and Tony DeLorenzo, who are private investigators. These two are wonderful in offering signs your spouse is cheating, what to do if you find out he/she is cheating, when to hire a private investigator, and how to cope with the news. Read the article here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/is-my-husband-cheating-on-me-what-a-private-investigator-wants-you-to-know/

We do many episodes offering coparenting tips, but we've never done a show on custody tips for pets! My guest in this episode is Karis Nafte, dog and pet mediator, dog behavior specialist, author and speaker, who gives tips on what to do when it comes to figuring out "who keeps the dog" (which is the name of her company!)

Loneliness is one of the most painful emotions someone can feel. Whether you are lonely and still married, or lonely and going through a divorce, or lonely after divorce, my guest, Divorce Coach, Lisa Lisser is here to help. Lisa offers 3 practices to help you transform your loneliness into emotions that are healthy and hopeful! Read the article on this subject here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/3-practices-to-transform-divorce-loneliness/

Coparenting is difficult in any situation. But talking to your ex about the kids gets a whole lot more challenging if you have feelings of anger and hurt. How are you supposed to have a conversation and pretend like you don't want to explode to the person who has hurt you so deeply? My guest in this episode is Colleen Breems, divorce attorney and partner at Beermann. Colleen offers practical tips for those who are hurting and trying to coparent. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-tips-for-coparenting-with-someone-who-hurt-you/

Taking accountability isn't easy for a lot of people. But if you are someone who is self-aware, there is a healthy way to take accountability versus having toxic guilt. My guest in this episode is Dr. Ginny Wright, Discernment Counselor Master Practitioner, who explains the difference between these two, and offers advice for those wanting to grieve their divorce in a healthy way and move on. Read Ginny's article on this subject: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/toxic-guilt-versus-healthy-accountability-in-divorce/

Hurt, pain, and anger are emotions that can cause a divorcing spouse to disengage and just stop talking to you. Receiving the silent treatment can not only feel hurtful, but it can slow the divorce process, and hinder good co-parenting arrangements. My guests in this episode are Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® and Karen Chellew, Co-founders of the well-known divorce preparation platform, My Divorce Solution. These amazing women (who both went through a divorce) explain reasons the silent treatment can happen and what you can do to cope. Read the article here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/my-ex-wont-talk-to-me-makes-co-parenting-pretty-darn-difficult/