By Andrea Vacca
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The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 51
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Anthony Damaschino, an expert on empty nesting and author of The Empty Nest Blueprint and The Empty Nest Blueprint for Single Parents, published on June 18.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
* The Gray Divorce Phenomenon: A consistently rising trend with people living longer, couples are reconsidering their marriage in their forties and fifties, asking themselves, “Do we still connect, and do we want to remain married for another 30 years?”
* The Empty Nest Syndrome: How emotions, priorities, and needs change for parents’ relationships after their children have left the home, a key transitional life point for many
* Managing Emotions and Logistics of an Empty Next: Anthony offers strategies for managing the emotional and logistical challenges of transitioning to an empty nest
* Divorce During the Empty Nest Phase: How best to plan for a divorce before or during the transition to an empty nest, keeping the children in consideration
* Self-care & Personal Growth Post-Divorce: Anthony emphasizes the importance of divorced people with children no longer in the home to re-prioritize their life with them at the center — rediscover hobbies and travel plans and find new interests to explore and enjoy
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A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 50
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Mara Bernstein, a family and matrimonial lawyer who provides customized solutions for clients who want to divorce privately, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Mara is the founder and principal of Mara Bernstein, P.A., a family law firm in Boca Raton, Florida that offers streamlined, confidential, and respectful processes for divorce, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, and pre-divorce planning.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
* Planning Before the Divorce: The importance of pre-divorce planning and how early decisions can set you up for success
* Divorce Emotions, Finances & Legality: How to effectively address the emotional, financial, and legal aspects of divorce
* Avoiding the Courtroom: How to navigate divorce non-adversarially, avoiding prolonged litigation battles.
* Managing Expectations: The difference between reasonable and realistic expectations in divorce and how understanding this distinction can help you move forward with less frustration
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 49
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Karen McMahon, a Certified Relationship and Divorce Coach and Founder of Journey Beyond Divorce. Karen leads a national team of divorce coaches in supporting men and women around the world to become calm, clear and confident as they navigate divorce. She is also host of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast with over one million downloads.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
* Navigating the Early Stages of Divorce: The importance of clarity and empowerment before even deciding to divorce
* A Divorce Coach’s Role: The critical role of divorce coaching in managing emotional turmoil and making informed decisions
* Effective Communication: Practical strategies for communicating effectively with a spouse during the separation process
* Overcoming Fear & Uncertainty: How personalized coaching can help overcome fears and uncertainties associated with divorce, enabling a smoother transition.
* Comprehensive Support: The benefits of a comprehensive support system, including legal, financial, and emotional guidance, to ensure the best possible outcomes in divorce.
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 48
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Brenda Bridges, Author of “Oh Sh#t! I'm Getting Divorced.” Brenda is a Divorce Coach, Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Financial Neutral, Financial Advisor (CDFA®, RICP®, MAT, CDC®) at Bridging Wealth Solutions, LLC.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The Emotional and Financial Aspects of Divorce: With emotions feeding into financial decisions, Brenda’s unique combination of being a CDFA® and coach enables her to help her clients on a broader scale.
* The Three P's of Divorce Preparation: Born from seeing what not to do during a divorce, Brenda shares what she calls the three P’s for going through a divorce.
* The different types of divorce: Brenda walks us through the different divorce processes and how to determine which one is best for your circumstances.
* High Stakes Divorce: Brenda explains how each age group experiences divorce differently with distinct challenges and stakes, but they should all approach it in a future-focused, needs-based manner.
* Reclaiming Joy and Moving Forward: Drawing from personal and professional experience, Brenda emphasizes the importance of identifying what brings you joy and reintroducing those activities or passions into your life, especially if they were lost during the marriage.
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 47
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Debra Boulanger, CEO of Life After Corporate and founder of the Launch Lab for Women Entrepreneurs. Debra also runs the Reliable Revenue Mastermind and hosts the Life After Corporate podcast. She specializes in helping accomplished women leaders transition from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, providing tools and strategies to launch and grow their own businesses effectively.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
• Debra's personal journey through divorce and how it catalyzed her career transition from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship
• Insights on how divorce can be an opportunity for personal and professional reinvention
• Strategies for women to navigate career transitions effectively, leveraging their corporate skills in entrepreneurial ventures
• The importance of mindset and self-worth in overcoming challenges associated with starting a new business after a significant life change like divorce
• Practical tips for establishing a new business, including testing business ideas and managing the fear and uncertainty that come with stepping into new roles
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 46
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca discusses how Divorce Mediation works in New York and the importance of transparency, advocacy, and managing emotions during the process. As an established Collaborative Divorce attorney and Mediator in New York City, Andrea has seen first-hand what to do (and what not to do) to have a successful divorce mediation.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
* Understanding Mediation in New York, including how the process involves the divorcing parties meeting with the mediator alone without attorneys in the room.
* The need for complete honesty about finances and future plans, and the ability to advocate for oneself during mediation.
* Role of a Mediation-friendly lawyer who supports the mediation process and helps find mutually agreeable solutions.
* Focusing on interests, not positions: How effective Mediation requires focusing on the hidden reasons driving parties’ positions on the issues at hand to make it easier to find common ground and arrive at mutually-beneficial solutions.
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 45
In this episode of "A Better Divorce Podcast," Andrea Vacca is joined by Olivia Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner®, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, and Psychology of Financial Planning Specialist. Olivia specializes in guiding affluent women toward financial independence during and after divorce. She offers her expertise in navigating the complex financial landscapes that often accompany high-net-worth divorces.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* Defining High-Net-Worth Divorce: Understanding what qualifies as high-net-worth from a financial perspective and how it varies by location
* First Steps in High-Net-Worth Divorce: The importance of aligning personal values with divorce objectives and ensuring decisions reflect long-term goals
* Choosing the Right Attorney: Insights into selecting attorneys who align with collaborative and mediation processes rather than adversarial approaches
* The Importance of a Collaborative Divorce Team: How assembling a team, including financial analysts and consulting attorneys, can lead to more effective and less contentious divorce proceedings
* Maintaining Privacy and Addressing Complex Issues: Strategies for high-net-worth individuals to handle sensitive matters discreetly and efficiently outside of court
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Sonya Weisshappel, a professional organizer, move manager, inventory expert, Founder and CEO of Seriatim, Inc., a New York-based company that provides organization and logistical solutions for businesses and individuals in transition. Sonya is a published author, with her recent book "Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer" released in May 2024.
Tune in to hear about:
• The importance of accurately valuing assets before a divorce to avoid significant financial loss.
• The value of creating a detailed inventory of possessions, listing items by room with values and ownership, for ensuring fair division and preventing disputes.
• Using a color-coded system to mark items owned by you or your spouse so movers know which items to take, reducing confusion and conflict.
• Downsizing effectively by identifying and taking personal and irreplaceable items while leaving behind what's unnecessary.
• Planning for a new life, including considering who you want to be in your next stage of life and what possessions will support that vision, whether it's taking up new hobbies or changing your living environment.
• How the assistance of professional organizers can ease transitions by inventorying and appraising belongings, ensuring a less stressful move.
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Be sure to download our free eBook, "Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution": www.vaccalaw.com/ebook
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 43
In this episode of "A Better Divorce Podcast," Andrea Vacca is joined by family law attorney and mediator, Diana Adams. Diana is the owner of boutique LGBTQIA family law & mediation practice Diana Adams Law & Mediation, PLLC, founded in 2007, providing divorce & family transition mediation, collaborative practice, and when requested, conscious uncoupling. Diana specializes in divorce and family transition services through mediation and collaborative practice, with a focus on serving LGBTQIA clients, their platonic partners, polyamorous clients, and non-nuclear modern families. Diana is also the founder and Executive Director of Chosen Family Law Center, a 501C3 nonprofit providing family-building services to low-income LGBTQIA families & advocating for a more inclusive definition of family, as articulated in their popular TED talk released in 2022 "Why US Laws Must Expand Beyond the Nuclear Family".
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The benefits and emotional satisfaction of resolving divorce conflicts through collaborative divorce and mediation, especially over litigation.
* The specific challenges and considerations in same-sex divorces, particularly concerning the division of marital property and the negotiation of child custody.
* Diana’s insights on navigating open and polyamorous relationships within the context of marriage and divorce.
* The concept of conscious uncoupling and the use of positive divorce rituals to facilitate healthier transitions.
* Strategies for ensuring equitable solutions in divorces, particularly for non-traditional families, through creative and thoughtful negotiation.
Learn more about Diana Adams:
* Connect with Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-adams-95675a23/
* Visit Diana Adams Law & Mediation’s website: http://www.dianaadamslaw.net
* Follow Diana on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dianaadamsesq
* Follow Diana on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DianaAdamsEsq
* Follow Diana on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dianaadamsesq
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A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca
A Better Divorce with Andrea Vacca is for those contemplating divorce or in the middle of the process and want to hear expert advice about how to navigate the emotional, legal, and financial issues in a more positive way, so they not only survive, but THRIVE after their divorce.
Subscribe to A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-better-divorce-podcast-with-andrea-vacca/id1676641631
Subscribe to A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca Video Series on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChIbG7DkEZwKRiuy_ci4OuA
Connect with us!
• Website: https://www.vaccalaw.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreavacca/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaccaFamilyLaw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vacca_familylaw/
A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 42
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Larry Heller, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and President of Heller Wealth Management, an independent, fee-based financial planning and investment advisory firm helping individuals, families, and business owners enhance the quality of their lives through complete financial advice.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The Gray Divorce: Larry’s perspective as a certified CDFA, including the key differences he sees in a couple divorcing in their fifties and beyond versus a younger couple
* Retirement Planning Considerations During Divorce: Advice on what to do regarding retirement savings distribution when divorcing
* Post-Divorce Financial Planning: Larry walks through a checklist of financial considerations for after your divorce, including topics such as health insurance, life insurance, hiring new financial professionals, and investments
* The Financial and Emotional Decisions Around the Marital Home: What each spouse should consider when making decisions about the marital home and whether they should buy or rent next
Learn more about Larry Heller:
* Connect with Larry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryhellercfp
* Visit Heller Wealth Management’s website: https://hellerwealthmanagement.com
* Follow Heller Wealth Management on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hellerwealthmanagement
* Visit Heller Wealth Management on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HellerWealthManagement/videos
* Follow Heller Wealth Management: https://www.facebook.com/hwmgmt
* Follow Heller Wealth Management on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hwmgmt
* Call Larry’s Office: (631) 248-3600
* Listen to Larry’s podcast, Life Unlimited on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/life-unlimited/id1250076316?mt=2&ls=1
* Listen to Larry’s podcast, Life Unlimited on Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e399ab45-b417-4928-b91a-3eab3bb458cd/life-unlimited
* Listen to Larry’s podcast, Life Unlimited on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Xo0Q47C84PJOlg77g8Oe8
* Check out Larry’s book, “RETIRE RIGHT: Lots of People Retire Wrong. Learn How to Retire Right” https://www.amazon.com/RETIRE-RIGHT-People-Retire-Wrong/dp/1795134550
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A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca
A Better Divorce with Andrea Vacca is for those contemplating divorce or in the middle of the process and want to hear expert advice about how to navigate the emotional, legal, and financial issues in a more positive way, so they not only survive, but THRIVE after their divorce.
Subscribe to A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-better-divorce-podcast-with-andrea-vacca/id1676641631
Subscribe to A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca Video Series on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChIbG7DkEZwKRiuy_ci4OuA
Connect with us on social media!
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreavacca/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaccaFamilyLaw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vacca_familylaw/
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