Episode 249: The Seven Divorce Dilemmas with Lesa Koski

The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast

Lesa Koski, a seasoned attorney turned mediator, joins me in this week's podcast episode. We delve into the seven common dilemmas women often encounter during divorce. Gain valuable insights and practical advice on overcoming these challenges, arming yourself with knowledge for the journey ahead.

Lesa is an accomplished attorney turned mediator with a passion for empowering individuals through the often turbulent waters of divorce. She has spent years helping individuals find amicable solutions, emphasizing communication, collaboration, and empowerment throughout the divorce process. She has helped hundreds of divorce mediation clients create a peaceful agreement that works for them and that they’re proud of, without all the stress, fear, time, and money involved with fighting it out in court.

Tune in to discover solutions, engage in crucial conversations, and empower yourself.

Featured topics and divorce dilemmas discussed include:

• Understanding finances and financial obligations (10:00)
• Exploring fear around parenting and co-parenting during and after divorce (12:26)
• The emotional impact of divorce (19:02)
• Overcoming the social stigma of divorce and addressing the question, “How do we tell our parents about our divorce?” (28:49)
• Divorce doesn’t necessarily mean you are divorcing your in-laws (unless that’s what you desire). (30:35)
• Understanding and navigating the legal complexities of divorce, including child support, spousal maintenance, and the types of divorce options available (collaborative, mediation, etc.) (32:54)
• Division of marital assets, including the marital home (40:57)
• Overcoming loneliness and isolation (44:00)

Learn more about Lesa Koski:

Lesa Koski is an accomplished attorney turned mediator with a passion for empowering individuals through the often turbulent waters of divorce. Lesa has spent years helping individuals find amicable solutions, emphasizing communication, collaboration, and empowerment throughout the divorce process. She has helped hundreds of divorce mediation clients create a peaceful agreement that works for them and that they’re proud of, without all the stress, fear, time and money involved with fighting it out in court. Lesa’s legal background allows her to share legal information which assists in drafting a plan that works for them and holds up in Court. Her background combined with her recent certification as a Self-Made U life Coach brings a unique perspective to the table. Today, she'll be unraveling what she calls the "7 Dilemmas of Divorce" - those critical challenges that women commonly face when navigating the legal and emotional terrain of separation.

Resources & Links:

Kate’s book “The D WordPhoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment CollectiveVisit Lesa’s website to download free resource: The Ultimate Guide to a Successful SplitConnect with LesaTake or Leave the House? With Tami Wollensak

Episode Link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-249-the-seven-divorce-dilemmas-with-lesa-koski/

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