In this heartfelt episode, the host welcomes her dear friend and divorce real estate expert, Tami Wollensak, to discuss the complexities of divorce. They explore Tami's personal and professional journey through a challenging divorce, highlighting the importance of mediation and mindful decision-making. Tami shares invaluable tips on maintaining mental health during stressful transitions, including meditation and lifestyle changes. The episode emphasizes empowering women, especially those over 40, to navigate divorce with clarity, focusing on the well-being of children and future financial stab ..read more

In this episode of 'Doing Divorce Different,' Lesa welcomes financial expert Victoria Kirilloff, who shares her personal journey of escaping an abusive relationship and provides in-depth advice on maximizing spousal support during divorce. The discussion aims to empower women by addressing the importance of financial independence, understanding trauma bonds, and the value of proper financial planning during significant life transitions. Victoria also touches on the use of unique techniques like isochronic tones for personal healing and the critical role of building a supportive network. 00:00 ..read more

In this week's episode of 'Doing Divorce Different,' we revisit a transformative conversation with JJ Flizanes, an expert in emotional healing. The host reflects on the profound impact JJ's courses have had on her life and discusses core emotional wounds. JJ elaborates on her 'Roadmap to Emotional Healing' course and the importance of understanding and processing one's emotions. They also explore the topics of self-empowerment, the mind-body connection, and overcoming fears related to health and disease. The host shares personal stories of emotional challenges and healing, highlighting the ben ..read more

Navigating Life After Divorce: Expert Tips from Laurie Gerber We are so pleased to welcome back life coach Laurie Gerber, who shares invaluable insights about dating after divorce and finding love later in life. With over 20 years of experience in life coaching, Laurie discusses the importance of understanding one’s history and making intentional dating choices. We delve into identifying personal patterns, addressing past mistakes, and re-evaluating what one truly wants in a partner. Laurie also emphasizes the significance of not rushing into new relationships and provides practical tips to da ..read more

In this heartfelt episode, Lesa is joined by Michelle Leisen, a mediator, financial planner, and attorney, who supported Lesa through a personal breast cancer diagnosis and professional challenges. Michelle shares her professional journey, from attending law school to becoming a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and mediator after experiencing her own contentious divorce. The discussion focuses on Michelle's 'Power of Three' approach to divorce, highlighting the importance of understanding legal options, financial implications, and emotional well-being. Listeners are encouraged to be ..read more

In this episode, Lesa discusses the challenges that children of divorced parents face during the holiday season and offers practical advice for co-parents. Taking inspiration from an Instagram account 'A Kid with Two Homes,' the episode highlights the feelings of stress and guilt that children often experience. The host emphasizes the importance of planning and communication to alleviate children's worries and reminds parents to focus on the joy and support their children. Additionally, suggestions are given for preparing for the holidays, ensuring the children's emotional well-being, and bala ..read more

No better time to think through your finances than before the holiday season. In this episode, Lesa welcomes certified financial planner James Alexander, who shares his expertise on creating a financial plan after a divorce. They discuss how to manage changes in income, expenses, and updating financial accounts. James also outlines the importance of addressing emotional well-being before tackling financial challenges and offers practical advice on finding a trustworthy financial advisor. Furthermore, he shares insights into how he successfully grew his financial planning business in just five ..read more

Regulating your nervous system is the number one thing you can do to handle difficult situations. Today, I have Sharri Freedman on who is a divorce, relationship and women’s empowerment coach. She talks about regulating your nervous system, and why it is so crucial while going through a difficult time such as divorce. She provides a great breathing exercise and talks about how she helps her clients with visualization so they know what direction they want to work towards. We discuss why it is necessary to be uncomfortable in order to change, and how to really become conscious with your everyday ..read more

Saddle Up Segments are bite-size, bonus episodes offering one thing that our listeners can do right away to add value to their life. Instead of just 2x’ing your life, imagine you decided to ask yourself what is currently impossible, and then chase after that ‘impossible’ thing, and end up 10x’ing your life? That’s the topic Traci Pleschourt of SelfMadeU, and I talk about today: How to dream up a new goal, focus your time on it, and change your life. We typically spend 20% of our time focusing on the changes we really want to make, and 80% of our time being distracted by things that have nothin ..read more

In this special Saturday episode, recorded at the barn, Lesa Koski discusses the importance of mindset, especially through challenging times like divorce, cancer, or general difficulties. Lesa shares her journey of using mindset-shifting tools to manage anxiety, and her commitment to relying on God to improve her emotional wellbeing. She introduces JJ Flizanes, an expert whose courses on emotions and core childhood experiences have profoundly impacted her. Lesa emphasizes the need to understand and fulfill personal needs, identifying feelings and practicing self-responsibility. She also introd ..read more