103. When the Abuse Gets Worse During the Divorce
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
5d ago
In today’s episode, as crappy as it is - we talk about when the abuse gets worse during divorce. It’s not a fun topic, but we would be doing you a disservice if we didn’t talk about it. We bring in Katharine Rupp, a family law attorney based in California, who shares insights on the legal process of divorce, the significance of being organized and prepared for legal battles, and the usefulness of tools like Our Family Wizard app (hollaaa!) in co-parenting and divorce documentation.  Expect to hear strategies for dealing with emotional abuse and conflict, learn the importance of communicat ..read more
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102. Listen to This Episode BEFORE You Hire a Divorce Attorney! with Sarah Jacobs and Jamie Berger
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
1w ago
Friends. Listen up. You need to make sure that your divorce attorney is going to GUIDE you through the long, winding road that is divorce. Take a listen to the dynamic duo, Sarah Jacobs and Jamie Berger, family law attorneys and owners of Jacobs/Berger LLC, located in Morristown, New Jersey.  Their mission is making the divorce process less nerve-wracking by focusing on the human side, rather than getting caught up in legal battles. Isn’t that what we all want?! (Yes, it is..)  Sarah and Jamie express why it's so importatnt to find a relatable attorney who communicates well, knows yo ..read more
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101. Getting Your Head in the Right Place for Divorce with Dr Ashley Southard
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
2w ago
Okay, real talk. Getting your head straight for divorce is NECESSARY. It’s crucial to seek the proper legal and emotional help when going through a divorce. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Ashley Southard and she has you covered! Straight from a licensed marriage and family therapist, you’ll learn in this episode:  * Professional guidance during divorce * Defining worst and best-case scenarios * Managing emotions during divorce * Focusing on children, career, and supportive relationships * Addressing the struggle of over-functioning individuals to seek help or delegate responsibilities ..read more
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100. What to do BEFORE You File for Divorce!!
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
3w ago
Okay, let's hash out everything you need to do BEFORE you file for divorce, sounds like fun, huh?  Listen, let us start by saying:  mental preparation is crucial and there is NO perfect time for divorce, and every case is different!  And before we forget, go join our private communities: http://www.facebook.com/thehownottosuckatdivorcecommunity http://www.patreon.com/notquitereadytodivorce This episode helps you get your head straight if you’re thinking about divorce.  You’re going to hear: *The Importance of timing in divorce decisions *Consideration of length of marriage ..read more
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99. Will the Kids be Okay?
How Not To Suck At Divorce
by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
1M ago
Andrea and Morgan answer the question that you’re probably wondering if you’re going through (or about to go through) a divorce: Will the kids be okay?!  ******* To get FREE tips on coparenting communication (believe us, you'll want this) head to: http://www.ourfamilywizard.com/notsuck - pop in your email and you'll get access to BONUS tips, direct from Andrea & Morgan. We get real about the impact of divorce on children and invite: Meg, and sisters Eden & Larissa on the show.  They share their personal stories of coming from divorced households, navigating blended families ..read more
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98. Sending Your Ex to Jail (Contempt of Court)- With Divorce Attorney, James Quigley
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
1M ago
In this episode: Andrea, Morgan, and James Quigley dive into the world of divorce and family law, AND  contempt of court. Listen to get some strategies for dealing with violations of court orders, and the emotional toll of navigating divorce.    * Examples of non-willful violations of court orders and the importance of making reasonable efforts to comply   * Situations where pursuing contempt charges for financial issues in divorce cases may be warranted, and the process of filing a petition for the court to consider contempt charges   * Assessing the teamwork of law f ..read more
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96. You've Been Served with Divorce. Now What??? (The First Steps)
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
1M ago
In today’s episode, Andrea and Morgan discuss what happens AFTER you’ve been served with a petition for divorce…aka “dissolution of marriage”.    So if you’ve wondered: How do I choose the right ??‍♀️divorce attorney? How do I manage ??‍♂️ divorce stress? Who can help me understand ??‍♀️ divorce documents? Then this episode is for YOU.    You deserve the right guidance and mindset is CRUCIAL.   Divorce is a journey that can be navigated with resilience and grace, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. How Not to Suck at Divorce offers you practical a ..read more
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95. Choosing to Heal from Your Divorce (Real Life Divorce Story). With Monica Leigh
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
2M ago
You gotta hear this episode.  The end of Moncia's marriage involved betrayal, alcohol abuse, and porn addiction. What's fascinating about her experience is not what she went through, but how she CHOSE to heal. When Monica and her now ex husband entered couples therapy, they also did individual therapy, and Monica join a support group. In that support group, she found perspective and reflection. With that, she was able to see that there was a role that SHE PLAYED in the breakdown of the marriage. Now, it's not to say that anything that Monica did or didn't do caused her husband to make his ..read more
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94. A Different Way to Heal from Trauma. With Dr Melissa Kalt
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
2M ago
if you are not quite ready for divorce and want to listen to this episode without downloading it to your device, you are welcome to subscribe to our Patreon channel, where, for $4.99 a month, you can access our entire library of episodes   Trauma makes a home in our bodies. Recent studies have shown that traditional talk therapy might not be enough to help people recover from trauma.  (eye roll) Great. So, now what??  This episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce features Dr Melissa Kalt. Dr Melissa is a triple board certified physician turned trauma healer. Dr Melissa offers group ..read more
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93. When You're Stuck Living with Your Ex
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by Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport
2M ago
For many people getting divorced, it's inevitable that you're going to be stuck for a certain period of time, living with your ex.   And yes, that's going to suck. Luckily, we have some insight on the situation that we want to share with you.  This episode is a re air from a few seasons ago. We are coming to you with a FRESH, BRAND NEW episode next week! So take a listen to "When You're Stuck Living with Your Ex" to get your questions answered. Questions like: Can I date other people before I get divorced? Can I spend money on myself and going out if I'm still living with my ex ..read more
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