How do you know when it’s time for divorce? Kate Anthony knows firsthand how hard it can be to make that decision, so she’s helping countless women answer the age-old question: “Should I stay or should I go?” In this episode, Kimberlee talks with Kate about the reasons why women may struggle to end a marriage, and Kate shares her top tips for deciding when it’s time to leave. They also discuss some common signs of abuse, break down how you can have the divorce conversation and make it stick, and much more. If you’re struggling in your marriage, know that there are resources available to you!

Episode Recap:

• Today we’re talking with Kate Anthony, creator of the Divorce Survival Guide (1:09)
• What did you learn from your own divorce? (3:29)
• Why do so many women struggle to leave a marriage? (8:45)
• Marriage benefits men and exhausts women (14:48)
• What advice do you have for women who are preparing for divorce? (19:34)
• What does gaslighting actually look like? (23:22)
• Can you share some common trends you’ve noticed around infidelity? (27:06)
• How can women have the divorce conversation and make it stick? (39:21)
• Do money concerns often hold women back from divorce? (43:17)
• Where to learn more from Kate (48:26)

Resources:

• Find every episode of The Fiscal Feminist podcast
• Watch The Fiscal Feminist episodes on YouTube
• Sign up to join Kimberlee on the podcast
• “The Fiscal Feminist” book
• Visit Kate’s Website
• Listen to the Divorce Survival Guide podcast
• “The D Word” by Kate Anthony
• Enroll in the “Should I Stay or Should I Go” course