You've heard experts say you should talk to yourself the way you talk to your best friend - but do you? Or do you have an inner voice that makes you feel bad about being divorced and "failing" at marriage, and makes you feel like a bad parent or that you just aren't good enough in so many other ways? In this episode, 10-time Emmy winner and author, Valerie Gordon, explains the most important skills you need in order to stop criticizing yourself and move forward with ease and grace. You'll learn how to get out of your head, stop second guessing yourself and end the process of always overthinking past mistakes. This is a conversation everyone needs to hear! (Guest: Valerie Gordon, Author "Fire Your Narrator!: A Storyteller's Guide to Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Life")

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Getting divorced is hard enough, but if you have a child that has special needs and requires special services, that can make everything significantly harder. What if you and your ex don't agree on what's necessary? What if you're not even on the same page about what is going on with your child and whether they're even considered special needs? Working with a parent advocate can be one of the best decisions you make, and you must listen to this episode if you're looking for answers to understanding the definition of special needs, the difference between and IEP and 504 and who is eligible. (Guest: Rebecca Stern, Divorce & Family Mediator and Special Education Parent Advocate)

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"Do I need a lawyer?" is a common question for many people when faced with the reality that they're getting divorced. There are common perceptions that you'll save a ton of money and a judge may even feel bad for you because you are the underdog, but if you don't get a lawyer, then you have to be prepared and understand the letter of the law. The harsh reality is that not having a lawyer may hurt you, especially if you have to go to court. This episode exposes the real truth on whether or not you should really do it alone. (Guest: Sandra Fava, Family Law Attorney)

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Infidelity is far too common in many marriages, but it's all about how you own up to it and take responsibility that allows people to move on productively, and often find themselves in a better place than before. In this episode, Jessica speaks to divorce coach Cindy Stibbard, whose own personal experience with cheating - both her own and her ex husband's - led her to a successful practice helping others focus on family reorganization and navigating the divorce process in a better way. Cindy opens up about how extramarital affairs affected her self-worth and inner strength, and her insight will resonate deeply with anyone dealing with divorce. (Guest: Cindy Stibbard, Certified Divorce and Career Transition Coach)

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The idea of do-it-yourself divorce may seem sketchy, but it's actually a real option if your divorce is going to be straightforward and amicable. Yes, there are documents involved and you may need some light legal guidance, but the new DIY process offered by Hello Divorce has simplified divorce for thousands of people across the country. Erin Levine, divorce lawyer and founder of Hello Divorce explains exactly how it works and what it entails. (Guest: Erin Levine, Founder Hello Divorce & divorce lawyer)

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In every divorce, someone is moving out, and in many cases the family home is being sold. Even before you meet with lawyers, you should have a real estate professional value your home so you know what it's worth in your negotiations, and there are a number of other important things to know and do from the very beginning of your process. In this episode, Christie's International Real Estate Agent, Melissa Rubenstein,  takes you through the the top tips of preparing, listing, showing and selling a home, as well as what you need to know if you want to purchase something new. There are specific privacy issues and concerns when selling a home during divorce and we've got all the info you need to know! (Guest: Melissa Rubenstein, Real Estate Agent and former Real Estate Attorney)

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Every divorce is challenging, but if your ex is truly a narcissist, you will have a lot of extra stress on your plate. This powerful episode drills down on what exactly a narcissist is, how to tell if your spouse is actually a narcissist and the best tactics and strategies to navigate the process. You will have to handle your situation differently than many others, but this conversation with expert Nawal Houghton is all about getting through it in the best way. (Guest: Nawal Houghton, Lawyer & Divorce Coach)

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If you aren't sure what type of divorce is right for you, then we are going to help you figure it out! Monday, July 27 at 7pm EST we have three amazing exEXPERTS: Susan Guthrie divorce attorney and host of Divorce and Beyond podcast, Andrea Vacca, divorce attorney and former president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals, and Billie Tarascio, divorce attorney and host of the Modern Divorce podcast, and they are going to discuss mediation, collaborative divorce and litigation, and how to know which path you should choose. Tickets are available now and special pricing ends Wed June 22, so grab yours now!

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Whether you call it spousal support, alimony or something else, this is a huge part of the discussion of every divorce. How do you know what you're entitled to? How much and for how long? In this episode, T.H. and Jess sit down with family law attorney Jennifer Armstrong and dig deep into the concept of spousal support - how it works and how to handle it in your divorce negotiation. If you're thinking about divorce or in the midst of the process, you need to hear this. (Guest: Jennifer Armstrong, Family Law Attorney)

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The cost of divorce can be extreme, especially if you and your soon-to-be-ex are in an acrimonious situation. Most lawyers charge a retainer fee up front, which can be hard to pay if you don't have access to money at the moment. In this episode, Jess and T.H. talk to attorney Nicole Noonan from New Chapter Capital all about the novel idea of divorce funding. This genius concept is a game-changer for people that will receive some money or assets at the end of the divorce, but are short on cash at the beginning to get the process started. Hear all about how divorce funding works and whether or not you could be eligible!  (Guest: Nicole Noonan, attorney & founder/CEO of New Chapter Capital)

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