The choices you make at the time when your marriage is breaking down set the dynamic for your separation and future conflict. In the heat of the moment, you might make decisions that make communication and negotiations more difficult than they would be otherwise. So, how do you make smart choices that will lead to a smoother divorce for everyone involved?

Tune in this week to discover the smart choices you can make early on in the divorce process to minimize conflict while moving you toward the outcome you want. Once you know the situations you need to be on the lookout for, you can avoid escalating conflict in the early stages of your divorce, so you have a higher chance of getting through this process and getting the resolutions you're looking for.

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Today, I'm sharing tips and insight from my unique background as a divorce coach, mediator, and lawyer, as I talk with fellow divorce coach, Dr. Stefanie Huff. Dr. Stef is a mom, a physician, and a divorce coach. She's interviewing me on my varying roles in helping people through the divorce process, and shining some light on my unique situation as a coach, mediator, and lawyer.

Tune in this week to discover my top tips for clients navigating divorce, drawing on my experience as a coach, mediator, and divorce attorney. Dr. Stef and I discuss the struggles working moms face when going through the divorce process, and we're both sharing our advice for navigating mediation and legal proceedings from our perspectives as divorce coaches.

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How do you choose the right divorce coach for you? There are three important factors to consider when looking for a divorce coach to help you in reaching the outcomes you want, so I'm walking you through all of these on today's episode so you can make the right hiring decision the first time around.

Tune in this week for a framework to help you decide how to hire the right divorce coach for your specific needs. You'll learn how to decide on your needs based on what stage of divorce you're in, the difference between the different types of coaches out there, and how to find a professional divorce coach that is recognized as an alternative form of conflict resolution by the American Bar Association.

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Nobody teaches us to become more comfortable with engaging in conflict in a productive way. However, there's a lot on the line here and you need to stand up for what you believe is an acceptable resolution in your divorce, so this episode is here to help you get a little more confident when it comes to conflict.

Tune in this week to discover what conflict is costing you in your divorce, and how you can start taking an approach to conflict that results in better outcomes. I discuss the common sources of conflict in divorce, what you can expect if you don't become more comfortable with conflict, and you'll get a strategy for becoming more comfortable with conflict in the divorce context.

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Spousal support, also known as alimony or maintenance, is the obligation to support a spouse financially after divorce or while proceedings are pending as part of the terms of separation. This helps the lower-earning or non-earning spouse maintain a similar standard of living to that experienced during the marriage.

Tune in this week to discover what you need to know about spousal support during and after divorce. I'm discussing the determining factors in spousal support arrangements, why these arrangements are subject to change over time, and you'll learn what you need to consider regarding spousal support and your own divorce.

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Hiring a lawyer isn't just about making a yes or no decision. It's time to lift the lid on all of the options you have when using a lawyer during your divorce so you can make an informed decision based on your exact needs. Tune in this week to discover your options so you can decide on the scope of representation that is best for your personal desires, goals, and budget.

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It’s currently spring break 2024 and summer is almost here, which can bring up a ton of stress for divorced parents who want to plan vacation time with their kids. So, what do you need to consider now about creating a parenting plan that covers everyone’s needs when it comes to post-divorce vacation time with your kids?

Tune in this week to learn how to plan for vacations with kids after a divorce. I highlight all the things you need to consider, including in your parenting plan, to prevent future conflict and stress around vacations. You’ll learn how to decide what you want to include in your parenting plan to prevent further disputes if tensions start running high around a planned vacation.

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Are you delaying scheduling that first consultation with a divorce lawyer because reaching out for help would mean the marriage is definitely over? This is a common experience. However, even at the early stages of your divorce, even if it feels like you haven’t fully made up your mind, you need a professional perspective as soon as possible.

Tune in this week to discover why seeking professional help with your divorce options doesn’t mean anything final about the state of your marriage. In this episode, I share two common side effects of not engaging a divorce professional early on in the process.

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