Divorce and Separation

In this solo episode, I am sharing a snippet of my personal story that's been unfolding in my life, offering you some valuable lessons along the way. While navigating this situation was far from easy, it tested all my divorce coaching skills and taught me a lot about the power of responsibility and response-ability.

In this episode, I share insights on:

• Responsibility vs. Response-Ability: Learn the key differences between these two concepts and how they can shift the way you approach difficult situations, especially with your ex-partner.
• Practical strategies to help you remain calm and composed, even when life throws curveballs.
• My personal reflections on how communication is at the heart of all our relationships, whether with your ex, your kids, or anyone else.

I introduce you to my three go-to tips for taking responsibility and response-ability:

1. Breath is your best friend.
2. The 24-Hour Rule.
3. Taking Radical Responsibility.

Resourses mentioned in this episode:

The 24-Hour Rule Podcast.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

What is a Certified Divorce Lending Professional and why do you need one on your team?

In this episode, Nikki is joined by Emile Flowers, a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP). Emile sheds light on the often overlooked aspect of divorce — mortgage planning. As a CDLP, Emily plays a crucial role in ensuring that divorcing clients are set up for success post-separation, particularly when it comes to housing and financial stability.

Emile shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a key player in the divorce lending field. She explains how crucial it is to involve a CDLP early in the divorce process to avoid issues like incorrect settlement agreements and financial pitfalls. Together, Nikki and Emily discuss the importance of bringing the right professionals into your divorce team, ensuring that both parties come out of the process financially secure.

Listen in to hear Emile's top tips.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Emile Flowers

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

This episode is sponsored by Simple Separation. You can find our more about Simple Separation HERE.

And exhale ...

Nikki sits down with Linda Vazin, a breathwork expert, to chat how breathwork can be a powerful tool for emotional healing during and after divorce.

Nikki and Linda dive into -

• Why it's important to let yourself fully experience emotions like sadness and anger, rather than rushing through them.
• Breaking old patterns we inherit from our families.
• What makes transformational breathwork different?
• A favourite of Nikki's Reacting vs. responding.
• Taking responsibility for relationship patterns.
• How holding onto unresolved emotions can affect your physical health and how breathwork can release these stored emotions.

If you are going through a separation or divorce you will definiatly want to add Nikki and Linda's tips to your Toolkit. It's an episode is full of real-life wisdom and practical tips.

Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Sign up to "How to Tell Your Kids you are Separating Program" Waitlist HERE.

Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Linda Varzin

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

Grief, healing, new beginnings, and the transformative power of separation and divorce — this episode covers it all.

Nikki sits down with best friends Diana Edwards and Nicola Dale from the "Over The Back Fence" podcast. These two powerhouse women share their personal experiences through their separation and divorce. In 2024, with 'grey divorces' on the rise, the question often asked is "What do you do when a long-term marriage comes to an end?" With decades of wisdom behind them, Di and Nicola share their lessons from ending their 36 and 25 year marriages.

Di opens up about the end of her 36-year marriage, sharing her two-year grieving process. 'I've closed that door on my past marriage, and I've walked through another into my new life,' she reflects.

Nicola talks about the end of her 25-year marriage, how she navigated the heartache, found freedom and joy in being single, and eventually found love — only to face the pain of a public breakup after a high-profile, four-year relationship. How did she survive? With grace, integrity, and a wealth of insights that she shares with you in this episode.

Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Sign up to "How to Tell Your Kids you are Separating Program" Waitlist HERE.

Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Di Edwards and Nicola Dale, Over the Back Fence Podcast

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

This episode is sponsored by Simple Separation. You can find our more about Simple Separation HERE.

In this weeks episode we welcome back Clinical Pyschologist Ben Schiller to talk about schemas and how they impact the way individuals cope with divorce and separation. Ben explains what schemas are and practical strategies for recognising and managing these schemas to improve emotional regulation and decision-making.

There are so many takeaways in this episode.

Nikki and Ben talk about -

1. What Are Schemas?
2. Common Schemas in Divorce.
3. Coping Strategies for Managing Schemas.
4. Self-Soothing Techniques. Oh these are good - what is your Toolkit?
5. How to identify Your Triggers.

Plus so much more.

Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Join our Divorce and Separation community HERE.

Sign up to "How to Tell Your Kids you are Separating Program" Waitlist HERE.

Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Ben Schiller, Clinical Psychologist

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

This week we are kicking off Season 3 with Bella from A Kid With Two Homes.

Nikki sits down with Bella Duncan, who shares her experiences growing up as a child of divorced parents. Together, they explore a topic that many parents struggle with: how to handle talking about your ex when your kids are around. Bella opens up about how overhearing her parents' negative comments impacted her as a kid and how she eventually found ways to communicate her feelings. This is a must-listen for any parent wanting to protect their children's emotional well-being during and after separation!

Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

Connect with Nikki Parkinson here

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Join our Divorce and Separation community HERE.

Sign up to "How to Tell Your Kids you are Separating Program" Waitlist HERE.

Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Bella Duncan, A Kid With Two Homes

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

This episode is sponsored by Simple Separation. You can find our more about Simple Separation HERE.

In this episode Nikki Parkinson is joined by Mel Wilson, Journalist, co-host of The Juggling Act and author of Parenting in Progress, to discuss the complexities and personal transformations associated with co-parenting after divorce. Mel opens up about her personal post-separation experiences and shares her emotional journey of parenting post-divorce

Nikki and Mel chat -

• Navigating the new norms of parenting post-separation and the immediate challenges of transitioning from a coupled life to single parenthood.
• Lessons learned from children amidst the divorce.
• Redefining the concept of family and personal identity during such transformative periods.
• Strategies for managing emotional challenges in the early stages of separation.
• How to change the perceptions and stigmas around divorce.
• The impact of new relationships on co-parenting dynamics and personal recovery.

This episode offers an exploration of the trials and transformations associated with co-parenting after divorce. It underscores the importance of self-care, embracing change, and the positive growth that can arise from navigating through these challenging transitions.

Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Mel Wilson

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

In this episode Nikki Parkinson is joined by Lawrence (Larry) and Joni Jones. Larry is a former amily Court Judge of the Superior Court in New Jersey and Joni a Mental Health Professional and together they have created Point C, an incredible educational resource for anyone navigating divorce and separtion with children.This episode delves into the complexities of divorce, particularly focusing on its impact on children.

Nikki, Larry and Joni discuss -

• The Origin of Point C and the inspiration behind creating Point C.
• Why all parents need this educational reource.
• The impact of Divorce on Children.
• How children are affected by parental conflict during divorce.
• Signs of distress in children and the importance of positive role modeling.
• Larry offers his judicial experience, discussing how the legal system handles divorce and the potential benefits of early intervention and educational programs.
• Co-parenting challenges and effective strategies for effective co-parenting.
• Tips for managing family dynamics during holidays and significant events in the aftermath of a divorce or separation.

The Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Guests: Lawrence and Joni Jones

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Point C Website

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

In this episode Nikki Parkinson engages in a insightful conversation with family law expert Siobhan Mullins, author of "The Guy's Guide to Separation and Divorce." Siobhan shares her journey as a family lawyer and her shift to supporting couples in preparing separation agreements. The focus of her book, The Guy's Guide to Separation and Divorce, is on aiding men through the emotional and practical challenges of separation.

Nikki and Siobhan discuss -

• Debunking the 50/50 myth.
• Understanding "Best Interests of the Child".
• Practical Parenting Arrangements.
• Communication and Co-Parenting.
• The most common questions asked my men going through separation.
• Siobhan's to three tips for men going thorugh separation.

The Divorce and Separation Podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, making it a resourceful guide for those seeking support during this emotional journey.

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE.

Guest: Siobhan Mullins

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.

In this episode Nikki Parkinson, discusses the importance of effective communication during divorce or separation with her guest, Leah Mether. Leah is a communication and soft skills specialist with over 15 years of experience and the author of two books.

Do you ever find yourself having to communicate under pressure? Leah walks you through how to steer yourself through the challenge of conflict, personality clashes, and difficult conversations. Both Nikki and Leah emphasise that communication is key to maintaining positive relationships, especially when you are under pressure, like during a separation or a divorce.

Leah and Nikki dive into -

• The importance of Communication.
• Leah shares her professional background in communication and how her personal experience with divorce has shaped her views.
• Leah's Five C's of Effective Communication.
• The Biff Method and it's framework.
• Managing Emotions and Expectations and the importance of self-regulation and setting realistic expectations for communication with an ex-partner.
• Advice for Challenging Conversations (because we will at some stage all have them!).

Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

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Guest: Leah Mether, Communication and Soft Skills Specialist.

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Executive Producer and Editor: Tiffany Richmond. You can contact Tiffany via her website and on Instagram @tiff__richmond.