Happily Even After with Life Coach Jen

161: Navigating who You Want to BE after Divorce


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Have you ever found yourself stuck in the mindset that your spouse should be the same person you married years ago? Or perhaps you've only focused on your partner's good qualities while being painfully aware of your own flaws? In this deeply personal episode, I share breakthrough realizations about relationships that took me nearly 30 years to uncover.

We explore the life-changing perspective that we're all different people than when we first married—and that's natural. I reveal how my marriage was shaped by a dangerous pattern: I could only see my husband's positive traits while he focused on my shortcomings. This imbalanced dynamic created the perfect storm for dysfunction and heartbreak. 

The journey from betrayal to healing requires us to see both the good and challenging aspects of our partners and ourselves with clear eyes. Only then can we make decisions based on reality rather than fantasy. I candidly share how recognizing both my value and my ex-husband's genuine flaws allowed me to finally break free from painful patterns.

For those navigating post-divorce relationships, especially with children involved, I offer practical guidance on setting boundaries, managing family events, and deciding what kind of "former spouse" you want to be. These aren't just abstract concepts—I share my personal struggles, from the initial inability to even say my ex's new wife's name to finding neutrality after years of healing work.

Ready to transform how you view your relationships and yourself after betrayal? This episode provides the roadmap many wish they'd had earlier. Sign up for my email at [email protected] if you're ready to discover your own path to living "happily, even after."

Please follow me on instagram and facebook @happilyevenaftercoach and if you want to see what coaching is all about I offer a free 45 min. clarity call via zoom.

Email me: [email protected] for any comments or questions.

Thanks for listening, please like and review as well as share with your family and friends.

My website is www.lifecoachjen.com



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