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Special Announcement: Join me for my live event, Core Values Dating Live! Click here for details Episode Show notes: My guest today is the woman from whom I first learned that codependency was a thing. Elisabeth Klein has been a writer and mentor for Christian women for decades. In this episode, Elisabeth shares her story of a 20-year marriage that ended in divorce due to hidden drinking,  emotional abuse, controlling behavior, and lying. Despite initially vowing to never remarry, Elisabeth's friends urged her otherwise and she met her second husband, Buzz on a dating app. They ha ..read more

Shame is a painful emotional experience that can stem from childhood experiences and societal conditioning, especially for women. In this episode, I had Karen C. L. Anderson on for her second guest appearance on the podcast. We talked about her new book, You Are Not Your Mother: Releasing Generational Trauma and Shame about generational trauma and shame between mothers and daughters from a personal perspective. Key Takeaways: - Recognizing shame involves paying attention to underlying thoughts and beliefs, like "I'm bad" or "I'm unworthy." Drilling down to the core beliefs helps address shame ..read more

Shame is a painful emotional experience that can stem from childhood experiences and societal conditioning, especially for women. In this episode, I had Karen C. L. Anderson on for her second guest appearance on the podcast. We talked about her new book, You Are Not Your Mother: Releasing Generational Trauma and Shame about generational trauma and shame between mothers and daughters from a personal perspective. Key Takeaways: - Recognizing shame involves paying attention to underlying thoughts and beliefs, like "I'm bad" or "I'm unworthy." Drilling down to the core beliefs helps address ..read more

Have you ever wondered what dating looks like from the good guys' side? My guest this week on the Dating after Divorce podcast is Sandy Wiener, a dating coach who works with both men and women. Sandy shares the what her male clients experience on the apps on their journey to find love and commitment, and what women who date men can do to connect with them. Key episode takeaways: - Dating after divorce can be challenging but there are good people out there on both sides. It takes work to find the right match. - Both men and women experience similar struggles with online dating like unclear p ..read more

In this episode, Jamie Milam shares her journey through divorce, offering wisdom for those navigating the entangled paths of real estate, mental health, and the exhilarating leap back into dating post-divorce. Her creation, the Peace of Mind Initiative, stands as a beacon for women seeking support and resources during these transformative times. Life after divorce can feel like you're charting unknown territories, especially when it comes to relationships. My conversation with Jamie dives into the intricacies of post-trauma dating. We share stories of moving cities and life transitions, under ..read more

Happy New Year! I’m excited to bring you the first podcast episode for the year with my client, Lee In this episode, my special guest, Lee, a mom of two and CRNA, shares her real experiences of dating after divorce. Lee Lee spills the beans on moving from high expectations to enjoying simple things like a laid-back coffee date, and how sprucing up your dating profile can bring you closer to the kind of relationship you really want. We discuss the challenges of being too picky and the importance of trusting your gut in the dating world. We talk about tips on gracefully letting go of potential m ..read more

Welcome back to another episode, where I'm joined by Becca Maxwell, and our conversation is both relatable and insightful. Starting off, Becca opens up about her journey to finding love after her divorce. She emphasizes the importance of self-focus during tough times and shares how her corporate background in relationship management has influenced her role as a divorce coach. We then shift gears to explore the challenges of dating as an expat in Asia. Against the odds, Becca found her husband on Tinder, offering practical insights as a single mother. She highlights the significance of clear i ..read more

Welcome back to my podcast, "Dating After Divorce." It's been a while since I've done a solo episode, and I'm thrilled to dive back into sharing practical, hands-on advice to propel your dating journey forward. Today, I'm focusing on a crucial aspect of modern dating: succeeding on dating apps in 2024. As a seasoned coach and someone who has navigated these waters personally (I met my husband on Bumble six years ago!), I understand the mixed feelings towards dating apps. They can seem daunting, frustrating, or even cringe-worthy, but I'm here to help shift that perspective. Dating apps are too ..read more

On today's episode, I'm joined by the incredible life coach, Dr. Manuela Powell. She focuses on women over 40 and illuminates the challenges these women face, oftentimes shadowed by societal norms and patriarchal structures. We get candid about motherhood expectations, societal norms, and personal identity. I share my own story of feeling subservient to my children and others, despite my independence and success and how I uncovered my true self, shedding the weight of these expectations. Dr. Manuela Powell shares how she successfully maintains a long-distance relationship and offers insights i ..read more