If the thought of swiping again makes you want to throw your phone across the room, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm joined by Erica McKay—modern-day matchmaker, relationship realist, and founder of Erica Suzanne Matchmaking—for an honest and surprisingly uplifting convo on what dating after divorce really looks like. We talk about how to date with more intention (and way less pressure), why it's essential to focus on how you want to feel in your next relationship, and the power of doing the inner work before you hand over your number.

Whether you're cautiously dipping a toe into dating apps or completely swearing them off, this episode will help you date slower, date smarter, and maybe even feel excited about love again.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Confident Coach Certification Waitlist is the ONLY certification specifically for divorced moms who want overcome imposter syndrome and finally feel legit: https://products.ambershaw.com/certification
• Join the waitlist for ReNewU: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
• Higher Infrared Sauna Blanket use code AMBER 15: https://higherdose.com/products/infrared-sauna-blanket

What We Discuss:

• 05:00 Mistakes to avoid when rejoining dating apps
• 08:08 Erica's story: From divorce to finding real love again
• 11:22 Building a coaching business as a divorced mom
• 12:45 Why you should visualize how you want to feel, not just what you want
• 19:12 Why inner work is essential before reentering the dating pool
• 22:04 The power of saying "yes" to new experiences
• 24:52 Navigating new relationships post-divorce
• 28:12 Dating questions to ask early—and which ones to avoid
• 35:54 How to date slower and deeper
• 40:42 Alcohol on first dates: yay or nay?
• 42:34 How matchmaking works (and when to consider it)
• 46:11 Introducing Young Lux for 22–38 year-olds

Find more from Erica McKay:

Website: https://www.ericasuzanne.com/

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Ever wonder why someone watches your Stories every day, likes your posts, maybe even replies to a few but still hasn't signed up to work with you?

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm walking you through the exact journey your ideal client is on—from the moment she first discovers you to when she finally decides to say yes. I break down the three key stages of the buyer's journey (Awareness, Consideration, Decision), how to tell which stage your audience is in, and how to use that insight to create content that actually moves people forward.

If you've been feeling invisible or stuck wondering why no one's buying, then this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist

What I Discuss:

• 00:20 Why understanding your client's buying journey matters more than ever
• 02:18 Stage 1: Awareness — the point where your client starts realizing there's a problem
• 04:03 Stage 2: Consideration — the stage where they're exploring options (but still hesitant)
• 06:34 Stage 3: Decision — what content helps them say YES
• 11:31 How to apply this journey to your messaging and content strategy
• 13:05 A reminder that knowing where your client is helps YOU sell with more ease

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Ever looked at another mom and thought, "How the hell is she juggling all that without falling apart?"

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Armstrong—author of The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce and The Art of the Juggling Act. Sarah is a powerhouse corporate leader, single mom, and author who knows firsthand what it means to manage two households, raise a daughter, keep a thriving career, and stay sane in the process.

We go beyond the fluffy "you can have it all" advice and dig into the real strategies that make balance possible even when life feels anything but balanced.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Art of The Juggling Act: https://thejugglingact.com/
• The Mom's Guide to A Good Divorce: https://www.momsguidetogooddivorce.com/order
• The Confident Coach Certification Waitlist is the ONLY certification specifically for divorced moms who want overcome imposter syndrome and finally feel legit: https://products.ambershaw.com/certification
• Join the waitlist for ReNewU: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
• Cured Nutrition use code AMBER for 15% off: https://www.curednutrition.com/

What We Discuss:

• 03:44 The self-care non-negotiables and friendship boundaries that keep burnout at bay
• 07:04 The surprising daily habits that make "juggling it all" actually work
• 09:54 What inspired her to write The Art of the Juggling Act—and why it's not just for working moms
• 13:29 Navigating two households with grace (and minimal chaos)
• 19:19 What Sarah calls "The Great Consolidation"—and how it helped her reframe post-divorce life
• 22:13 Where your time really goes and how to get some of it back
• 23:59 The mindset shift that helped her stop feeling guilty about working
• 25:31 "Decompression zones": what they are and how they can transform your evenings
• 27:26 The real challenges of working from home as a single mom and how to manage them
• 29:25 How she handles those school volunteer requests without drowning in mom guilt
• 42:52 Practical, realistic advice every single mom needs to hear

Find more from Sarah Armstrong:

Website: https://thejugglingact.com/

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Most new coaches pour all their energy into social media—posting, tweaking their bios, trying to grow their following—yet still struggle to land clients. Here's the truth: your next client might already know you.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm sharing one of the most underrated ways to start signing clients fast without relying solely on Instagram. We'll talk about how to confidently tap into your personal network, ask for referrals without feeling weird or salesy, and create a client experience that naturally leads to word-of-mouth growth.

If you've been feeling stuck trying to grow online and just want a simpler, more natural way to attract your first few clients, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
• Loom: https://www.loom.com/

What I Discuss:

• 01:01 How to leverage your personal network without feeling awkward
• 05:18 Simple ways to create a referral system that actually works
• 08:55 What makes a coaching experience "referral-worthy"
• 13:55 Next steps to start signing clients and build momentum fast

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Ever catch yourself wondering why you're still healing, even years after your divorce? There's a reason for that and it goes deeper than you think.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I sit down with divorce recovery coach Leah Mazur to unpack what really happens after divorce—the hidden emotional and physical toll that lingers long after the paperwork is done. We talk about how to move from survival mode to feeling safe again, tools to manage co-parenting triggers, and how to make self-care realistic when life already feels full.

If you've been feeling frustrated that healing is taking longer than you thought it would, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Next Chapter Membership: https://www.samandleah.com/services
• The New Woman Within Course: https://www.mindfullyready.com/newwomanwithin
• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
• Nail Your Niche: https://ambershaw.samcart.com/products/nail-your-niche
• Higher Infrared Sauna Blanket use code AMBER 15: https://higherdose.com/products/infrared-sauna-blanket

What We Discuss:

• 00:44 Why your nervous system stays in survival mode long after divorce
• 05:04 How to protect your peace when your ex still triggers you
• 06:39 The truth about self-care when you're a single mom doing it all
• 11:04 How Leah became a coach
• 27:54 Why journaling can help you uncover what still needs healing
• 28:40 How AI can actually help you process emotions and get unstuck
• 30:43 Why you may never be "fully over it"
• 32:48 What healthy co-parenting really looks like
• 38:43 The wake-up call every divorced woman needs about money
• 43:32 What it really takes to start a coaching business after divorce
• 46:15 Resources and communities that help women rebuild with confidence

Find more from Leah Mazur:

Leah Mazur's links: https://linktr.ee/mindfullyready

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Are you showing up on social media but not getting any coaching inquiries? It's not because your content isn't good enough. The problem is that most new coaches don't have a system. They're posting what inspires them instead of what actually moves their audience to become clients.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm breaking down how to use social media strategically so you can finally start getting clients instead of just likes. You'll learn how to define your content pillars, what type of posts actually build trust, and the three kinds of content every coach needs to create a social media strategy that works.

Resources Mentioned:

• Content to Clients: https://ambershaw.samcart.com/products/ctc
• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist

What I Discuss:

• 00:23 How to use social media as your main mechanism for getting clients
• 02:56 Why defining your content pillars is the foundation of your business
• 12:26 How to create a balanced content strategy using the ABCs of content: attraction, believability, and conversion

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Do you ever wonder why you keep repeating the same relationship patterns, even when you know better? Or why you feel totally secure with some people but anxious, avoidant, or distant with others? The truth is, your attachment style might have more to do with it than you think.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I sit down with clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Judy Ho to talk about her new book, The New Rules of Attachment. We break down how your attachment style shows up in every area of your life—not just relationships—and what it really takes to move toward secure attachment. Dr. Judy and I talk about how to reparent your inner child, nurture your authentic self, and finally create the kind of security and connection you've always wanted.

If you've been stuck in the same emotional cycles and want to feel grounded, secure, and confident in your relationships again, then this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• The New Rules of Attachment by Dr. Judy Ho: https://drjudyho.com/books/the-new-rules-of-attachment/
• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
• Nail Your Niche: https://ambershaw.samcart.com/products/nail-your-niche
• Cured Nutrition use code AMBER for 15% off: https://www.curednutrition.com/

What We Discuss:

• 00:22 What attachment styles are and why they matter more than you think
• 05:58 The four main attachment styles and how they form
• 15:34 How attachment styles connect to love languages
• 18:47 What reparenting your inner child really means
• 25:33 How to nurture your inner child's unmet needs
• 26:11 Why your authentic self and inner child are deeply connected
• 27:37 Can you really change your attachment style? (Dr. Judy says yes!)
• 34:58 How parenting style and temperament affect your child's attachment
• 42:13 How to find balance in your parenting style

Find more from Dr Judy Ho:

Website: https://drjudyho.com/

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

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

Are you getting likes, comments, and DMs on your posts but no actual clients? It's one of the most frustrating parts of building a coaching business online. The truth is, engagement feels good, but likes don't pay the bills. Without a system to turn those conversations into conversions, you'll stay stuck in the "almost" phase.

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm breaking down the three simple shifts you can make to turn engagement into paying clients. You'll learn how to lead conversations naturally (without feeling pushy), how to use your Instagram Stories to create connection and build trust, and how to make it easy for people to understand what you offer and take the next step.

If you've been stuck in the "people love my content but no one's buying" loop, then this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist

What I Discuss:

• 01:26 The 3 simple shifts that turn engagement into clients
• 04:12 Why you need a clear system behind your content
• 06:37 Practical tips to start turning likes into paying clients

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com