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This podcast is for you if you have found yourself unexpectedly single and absolutely shitting it. The Divorce Chapter is all about writing the next bit of your story and remembering, this is just one chapter… it’s not the end or miserable ever after. I am Sarah Elizabeth, and I am a divorce coach and mentor and founder of The BLOSSOM Method®, passionate about supporting and empowering women to create a much happier life post divorce. Each episode is your inspiration to explore your emotiona ...
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EP46 The 'Dear Loves Just Breathe' Chapter: Post-Divorce Decluttering with Elisa Lindstrom
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Send us a Text Message. In this week’s episode of The Divorce Chapter podcast, I had a fantastic conversation with Elisa Lindstrom, a decluttering expert and founder of "Dear Loves Just Breathe." In our discussion, Elisa shares her personal journey, where she began her own decluttering journey amidst a challenging divorce. Elisa's insights into the…
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Send us a Text Message. Perfectionism - is it helping or hurting us? In this episode, I discuss alternative ways to look at who we are and if we need to be perfect when decluttering (or doing anything). Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable roadmap to help you get started decluttering? If this…
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EP45 Breaking Free from Codependency: Reclaiming your ‘Self’ after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. In this empowering episode, we go deep into the concepts of self-care, self-love, and self-worth, and explore how they are crucial in overcoming codependency, especially in the aftermath of divorce. We cover: 💗The Fabergé Egg Analogy: Learn how to recognise and protect your unique value. 💗Understanding Key Concepts: Differen…
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49. The hotel exercise to help you declutter your home
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I go over journal prompts to help you clarify what a decluttered home looks like to you. If you would like to read through the exercise, you can find it on my blog here: https://www.dearlovesjustbreathe.com/post/the-hotel-exercise Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy,…
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EP44 Behind Closed Wallets: Understanding and Overcoming Financial Abuse
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Divorce Chapter podcast, I dive deep into the often overlooked and insidious issue of financial abuse. I share my own experience of being financially controlled and manipulated by my ex-husband and discuss how financial abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, or economic status. You’ll h…
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48. Did that organizer actually fix the clutter?
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Send us a Text Message. Do you like to buy organizing products? In this episode, I go over what we must do before we run out to buy another box, container, or sorter. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable roadmap to help you get started decluttering? If this is you, I have a 30-day program to …
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EP43 The LEGALLY NIK Chapter: Bridging the Gap in Navigating Co-Parenting Challenges
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Send us a Text Message. On this week’s episode we have the amazing Legally Nik as our wonderful first ever guest on the Divorce Chapter pod. Nik is a trained family lawyer specialising in child protection and she also is a co-parenting, counter- parenting mentor. Bridging the gap between the law and real life, Nik provides not only legal guidance t…
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Send us a Text Message. Know anyone who has difficulty decluttering, especially when the clutter creates tension in the home? In this episode, I give a heart-to-heart to people who have difficulty decluttering the items they don't love and don't need. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable road…
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EP42 The Infidelity Industry: What the Ashley Madison Documentary Missed
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Send us a Text Message. This week’s episode looks at the controversy and scandal of infidelity through the lens of the Ashley Madison documentary now streaming on Netflix (*spoiler alert for those who haven’t yet watched it*) (There is also a trigger warning for suicide) As someone who has navigated the painful path of betrayal and divorce, I watch…
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46. Decluttering Dive: Some Thoughts On Going All In
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Send us a Text Message. Are you the kind of person who goes all in on projects? Do you burn out as quickly as you start? If so, this episode is for you. In it, I go over some thoughts on how to keep from burning out when decluttering (and other things). Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable ro…
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EP41 Ditching the Cheater: The Playbook from The Chump Lady
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Divorce Chapter podcast, we talk through an overview of the hugely impactful book "Leave a Cheater, Gain a Life" by Tracy Schorn, aka Chump Lady. You can find the book here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0762458968/ref=nosim?tag=thedivorceb00-21 This book was highlighted in the Divorce Book Club in May an…
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45. Walk Through Clutter: Lessons Learned on the Path to Simplicity
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Send us a Text Message. On today's episode, I go over a lesson I learned from walking and biting off more than you can chew and how it relates to decluttering. If you want the actual stats on how much I walked (and some questions you can ask yourself before a big decluttering project), I wrote about it on my blog: https://www.dearlovesjustbreathe.c…
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EP40 Pet-nups and Break-ups: The Fallout of Divorce on our Furry Friends
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked topic of pets during separation and divorce. I share my personal experience with my beloved chocolate lab, Jexi, and discuss the emotional and legal challenges that pets face in the midst of marital breakdowns. We dive into the importance of pets in our lives, the concept of a…
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44. Holding on loosely to declutter and an announcement
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Send us a Text Message. I like to talk about holding on tight vs loosely because it's important not just for ideas and people but for things. In today's episode, I discuss how holding on loosely gives you the time and space to think about an item you need to sort for decluttering. As an example of holding onto an idea lightly, I talk about how I he…
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EP39 From Lover to Stranger: The Mind-F**k of Cognitive Dissonance in Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest mindfucks of divorce—cognitive dissonance. If you've ever struggled to reconcile the person you married with the person you're now divorcing, this episode is for you. We explore why this psychological phenomenon occurs, how it impacts your healing process, and practical steps …
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43. Decluttering the dreaded storage areas
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I review storage clutter and go over suggestions on how to tackle it without feeling overwhelmed. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable roadmap to help you get started decluttering? If this is you, I have a 30-day program to get you started: https://www…
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EP38 Are you Woo Curious or Woo Dubious? The Power of Woo Woo in Unlocking Divorce Recovery
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Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of "The Divorce Chapter," we're exploring a topic that might pique your curiosity (or else bring out your dubious side) and that is "woo woo" practices and their potential to guide us through the complexities of divorce recovery. You might be wondering, what exactly is "woo woo"? It's a term used to de…
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42. When is a good time to declutter for 15-min a day?
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Send us a Text Message. If you have been decluttering for 15-minutes a day and have wondered when would be the ideal time to declutter, I've created this podcast just for you. First, if you don't know what 15-minutes a day decluttering is, listen to this episode to learn more: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2219330/13921682 In this episode, I offer a f…
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37. Swipe Right, Proceed with Caution: The 'Divorced and Dating' Handbook
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to this episode where we dive into the murky waters of dating post-divorce. Whether you're contemplating it, already dipping your toes in, or happily single but keeping an open mind, this one's for you. I'm no dating expert as you’ll hear in the episode 😂 but I've had my fair share of post-divorce dating mishaps, so …
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41. Behind the door clutter and how to tackle it
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Send us a Text Message. Did you know there are three types of clutter and each is handled differently? In this episode, I go over: Behind the door clutter What behind the door clutter looks like How behind the door clutter stresses you out Why behind the door clutter can be tricky to sort How to handle behind the door clutter Does clutter stare at …
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36. Betrayal Trauma Exposed: Rewriting the Narrative of Cheating
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Send us a Text Message. Hey there gorgeous listener, This week, I'm super excited to kick off the new divorce book club with Tracy Schorn's "Leave a Cheater Gain a Life" book. It's a fantastic opportunity to dive into meaningful discussions about navigating all things divorce. If you're not part of the club yet, hop on over to patreon.com/thedivorc…
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40. Decluttering and the environment Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. This episode is the second in a 2 part series on being environmentally mindful while decluttering. In this episode, I focus on Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle and how it relates to decluttering. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable roadmap to help you get started declutteri…
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35. Sass Levels unlocked: Rebuilding Confidence after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Divorce Chapter Podcast, we explore the theme of confidence after divorce. Drawing insights from the wisdom of the Queen of Confidence, Erika Cramer, we delve into what confidence truly means post-divorce. Whether you're just starting your journey or you've been navigating life post-divorce for a while…
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39. Decluttering and the environment Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. This episode is the first of a series on being environmentally mindful while decluttering. In this episode, I focus on the guilt around throwing items away when you can't recycle or reuse them. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, easy, and achievable roadmap to help you get started declut…
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34. From Chaos to Clarity: Hacks for Managing the ZILLIONS of Racing Thoughts after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. How often do your thoughts spiral out of control? Our minds are incredibly active at the best of times, with an estimated 60 to 80 thousand thoughts per day, but after divorce, it can feel like this is at least trebled right? Which leaves us bloody exhausted. In this episode, we explore practical techniques to help you regai…
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Send us a Text Message. Did you know there are three types of clutter and each is handled differently? In this episode, I go over: The three clutter types What surface clutter looks like How surface clutter stresses you out Why it's a little easier to work on surface clutter What I suggest to clients Two ways to handle surface clutter I hope this h…
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33. The In-Law Dilemma: How does Divorce impact Extended Family Dynamics?
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Send us a Text Message. Divorce is a journey filled with all sorts of twists and turns, and one aspect that often gets overlooked is its impact on relationships with ex-in-laws. In this week's episode, we're diving into the complexities of navigating post-divorce relationships with former family members and finding common ground amidst the emotiona…
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37. Decluttering tips for your stuff before it goes into storage
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Send us a Text Message. Let's face it, storage can become a no-mans-land of sorts. In this episode, I discuss some tips and tricks on what to do before you put items into storage. Including: What to do before you put items in storage Things to consider about the container itself Why jamming items into storage isn't the best long term solution Keepi…
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32. The Tattooed Divorcée: Ink Therapy for Marking the New Chapter
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I’m diving into post-divorce tattoos, exploring the rising trend of women getting inked after the end of long-term relationships. I talk through my own journey through ink and the connections and significance of my tattoos. Though all but one were post-divorce as the ex HATED the one small sun I had back the…
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36. The various ways you can declutter and finding which one works for you
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Send us a Text Message. Decluttering can be overwhelming and it doesn't help when there are people who shame others when they don't declutter a very specific way. In this episode I discuss: how decluttering isn't always easy for everyone and that there is no shame in that the various decluttering programs out there my own history of shaming and dec…
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31. Breaking Free: Mastering No Contact after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. Breaking up is never easy. Whether it was an amicable parting or a more tumultuous and fucked up split, the aftermath of a divorce can leave us feeling lost, confused, and emotionally drained. One of the most challenging aspects of navigating life post-breakup is enforcing and maintaining no contact with the ex. In this epis…
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35. When things don't go as planned & how it relates to decluttering
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Send us a Text Message. March has not been easy for me so I get pretty honest about what is going on and some lessons that we can take from my missteps. In this podcast episode, I discuss some thoughts on this and how it relates to decluttering: -progress not perfection -when we hold on tight to things that we spent a lot of money and time on -when…
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30. Can there be any humour in heartbreak? The role of laughter in divorce and healing
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Send us a Text Message. Have you heard the one about the cat who got divorced? He was a cheetah… get it? Maybe it's too soon to laugh, but could there be a role for humour in divorce? I know that divorce is no joke, especially when it involves betrayal and abuse. But amidst the bitterness and anger, is there a point where we need to learn to laugh …
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34. What happens when you look for decluttering work arounds and loopholes
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Send us a Text Message. Several years back, I was studying and practicing intuitive eating but it didn't go as planned. In fact, I sabotaged it. In this week's podcast, I discuss what happened and how it relates to decluttering and how you might be sabotaging your progress. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, ea…
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29. Alone but NOT Lonely: Your Post Divorce Strategy
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Send us a Text Message. Are you grappling with loneliness post-divorce? The dread of being alone, especially during long weekends, can be overwhelming. It’s so damn hard…. Loneliness after divorce is a complex emotion, stemming from various facets of life upheaval. And it is such a common experience…. But it’s also important to understand that bein…
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33. The shaming around clutter and decluttering
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Send us a Text Message. Decluttering can be hard. I know all of the shows and books and such make it seem easy, but there are parts of decluttering that are very difficult. Unfortunately, there are people out there who like to point the finger at you for not decluttering "perfectly". In this podcast episode, I talk about the shame game and people s…
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28. Plotting your Next Chapter: Creating a Vision after Divorce Part II
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to another episode of the Divorce Chapter Podcast! This week, we dive into part 2 of "Plotting the Next Chapter" as we continue to create a vision for our future. In the last episode, we explored the concept of the "end of history illusion" – the tendency to reflect on how much things have changed in the past bu…
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32. Decluttering to digital files? Some things you want to think about first
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Send us a Text Message. Now that we are (for the most part) moving away from paper files and into a digital file world, I've noticed some of my clients want to move all of the paper they have onto their computers. This podcast goes over some of the reasons you might want to hold off on moving everything onto your computer or cloud. Does clutter sta…
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27. Plotting your Next Chapter: Creating a Vision after Divorce PART I
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we talk about the process of creating a new vision for the future after divorce. The devastation of a broken future and the expectations that come with a long-term relationship are very real and really damn hard to navigate right? I explain the concept of the end of history illusion, which further prevents u…
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31. Why your family might not want to declutter
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Send us a Text Message. Decluttering other people's stuff is tricky and I don't suggest it. I also don't suggest making your family declutter. In this podcast episode, I go over: -the pitfalls of decluttering other people's stuff and the reasons I don't suggest it -one of the very few times it might be okay to declutter your kid's stuff -why your f…
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26. From Love Bombs and Hoovering to Ghosting and Flying Monkeys; Decoding Divorce and Relationship Jargon
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever found yourself grappling with terms like "gaslighting," "ghosting," or "trauma bonds," unsure of their meanings or implications? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, we delve into the complex world of divorce and relationship terminology and lingo…. A bit like an alternative dictionary. There is so much of…
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30. What to do with the stuff you just decluttered
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I discuss the options of what to do with the items you no longer want or need. I go over: -Recycling options -Selling (in person) options -Donation options Here is my blog post on some options for donating /recycling your items: https://www.dearlovesjustbreathe.com/post/15-places-to-donate-recycle-your-stuff…
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25. Divorce Plot Twist: Inside the World of Runaway Husbands
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Send us a Text Message. Are you ready for a deep dive into the bewildering world of runaway husbands? In this episode of The Divorce Chapter podcast, I explore the unexpected plot twist of husbands who just up and leave with zero warning. Drawing inspiration from the book "Runaway Husbands" by Vikki Stark, I share my own insights and experiences, e…
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Send us a Text Message. Now that it's the new year, so many people want to clear the clutter from their homes. In this 6 week series, I give you a quick tip each week to help you declutter without the stress and overwhelm. Week 6 tip is to spend 15 minutes the day before you are decluttering to do the prep work. Why 15 minutes? It's easy to go down…
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24. Humour and Hygge: Redefining Valentine's Day after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the Divorce Chapter podcast, turning the unexpected divorce plot twist into a new and improved happily ever after. Can we talk about Valentine's Day for a moment? After a divorce, it feels like hearts and flowers just rub salt in the wound, right? But let's turn the tables on thi…
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Send us a Text Message. Now that it's the new year, so many people want to clear the clutter from their homes. In this 6 week series, I give you a quick tip each week to help you declutter without the stress and overwhelm. Week 5 tip is to bring 3 (sometimes 4) bags with you when you declutter. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you j…
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23. From 'I HATE YOU' to indifference: Letting Go of the Divorce Anger
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Divorce Chapter podcast, I am exploring the challenging process of letting go of anger, hurt, and resentment after a divorce. I go deep into the complexity of emotions post-divorce, and the importance of moving past the destructive emotions associated with betrayal and actively choosing a path of heali…
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Send us a Text Message. Now that it's the new year, so many people want to clear the clutter from their homes. In this 6 week series, I give you a quick tip each week to help you declutter without the stress and overwhelm. Week 4 tip is to declutter for only 15 minutes a day. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you just want a simple, …
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22. Pillow Talk: 20 Hacks for Sleep Survival after Divorce
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to another episode of the Divorce Chapter podcast! I hope you're hanging in there as we approach the end of January – almost made it! Not much to report my end, except my ongoing battle with technology. Getting the Divorce Book Club off the ground is proving to be a tech-induced headache. Website, links, and all…
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Send us a Text Message. Now that it's the new year, so many people want to clear the clutter from their homes. In this 6 week series, I give you a quick tip each week to help you declutter without the stress and overwhelm. Week 3 tip is to not bite off more than you can chew when decluttering. Does clutter stare at you when you come home? Do you ju…
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