How Not To Suck At Divorce: Divorce Advice You Need To Hear

154. If You Don't Want The Divorce....But Your Spouse Does


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So… your spouse wants a divorce and you don’t? Oof. That’s a brutal position to be in—and one we know all too well. In this candid, no-holds-barred episode, Andrea and Morgan dive into the exact steps you need to take—legally and emotionally—when divorce isn’t your idea, but it’s happening anyway. Whether the papers haven’t been filed yet or you’ve already been served, this is your guide to protecting yourself, preparing smartly, and finding solid ground when your world feels upside down.


What You’ll Learn:

  • The first 3 legal steps to take if your spouse hasn’t filed yet
  • How to emotionally process being blindsided by divorce
  • What to do (and not do) if your spouse has filed
  • When discernment counseling works (and when it won’t)
  • How to avoid expensive legal mistakes just because you’re overwhelmed
  • Why it’s critical to understand your attorney’s strategy


Burning Questions Answered:

  • “What if I don’t want a divorce—do I have any control?”
  • “How can I financially prepare if I’m in the dark?”
  • “Is couples therapy enough to save us?”
  • “What happens if I ignore the divorce petition?”
  • “How do I hold it together when I’m falling apart?


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How Not To Suck At Divorce: Divorce Advice You Need To HearBy Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport

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