In today’s Divorce 101 A to Z episode of the Divorce Happens podcast, Olivia Howell breaks down the meaning of a divorce decree, the final court order that officially ends a marriage. Brought to you by the letter D and the number 1, this short, accessible episode explains what a decree includes, why it matters, and how it functions as the single, legally binding document that shapes life after divorce.

Listeners learn the difference between a decree, a settlement agreement, and a judgment — and why understanding this one document can prevent confusion, conflict, and overwhelm. Olivia also shares a grounding action step that helps listeners approach their decree (or the idea of one) with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re preparing for divorce, navigating the final stages, or supporting someone going through it, this Divorce 101 mini-lesson offers simplicity, reassurance, and practical guidance.

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In this episode of Divorce Happens, we continue the Divorce 101 A to Z series with the letter C, focusing on one of the most important and emotional aspects of divorce: custody. Brought to you by the letter C and the number 2, this short, accessible episode explains the difference between legal custody and physical custody, how parenting schedules work, and why custody is not about ‘winning’ or ‘losing’—it’s about creating stability and emotional safety for children.

Host Olivia Howell offers a compassionate overview of custody basics, dispels common myths, and shares a grounding action step to help parents create security during a major transition. This episode is ideal for anyone navigating divorce with children, preparing for co-parenting, or simply trying to understand how custody decisions are made.

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This episode of Divorce Happens continues the Divorce 101 A to Z series with the letter B, where we break down one of the most important emotional skills during divorce: boundaries. Brought to you by the letter B and the number 2, this short, compassionate episode explains what boundaries are, why they matter, and how they can dramatically reduce conflict and overwhelm during a divorce or separation.

Host Olivia Howell shares real-life examples of boundaries that support healthier communication, co-parenting rhythms, and emotional safety. She also names the internal discomfort many people feel when setting boundaries and offers validation for those learning this skill for the first time. The episode ends with a simple, grounding action step anyone can take today.

Whether you’re navigating divorce, supporting a friend, or trying to understand healthier relationship dynamics, this Divorce 101 A to Z mini-lesson offers clarity, confidence, and emotional support.

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Welcome to Divorce 101 A to Z, the Divorce Happens mini-episode series designed to make confusing divorce terms simple, compassionate, and easy to understand. Today’s episode is brought to you by the letter A and the number 12, and we’re breaking down one of the most foundational financial terms in divorce: alimony.

Host Olivia Howell explains what alimony really is (and what it isn’t), why courts award it, and how it supports financial stability during separation or divorce. You’ll learn the factors judges consider, the difference between temporary and long-term support, and why alimony exists as a bridge — not a punishment. This short, accessible episode also includes a grounding action step to help listeners begin building financial clarity and confidence during a difficult transition.

Whether you’re actively navigating divorce, exploring your options, or helping someone you care about, this Divorce 101 episode offers clarity, emotional validation, and straightforward education.

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In this episode, Olivia Howell explores the quiet but powerful turning point in divorce: the moment you realize you’re going to be okay. She explains how this moment emerges through small acts of courage, emotional honesty, and nervous system healing — long before life feels fully stable again.

This five-minute episode offers deep reassurance and hope for anyone in the thick of divorce.

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In this empowering episode, Olivia Howell breaks down the earliest signs that you’re becoming stronger during divorce — from clearer boundaries to emotional steadiness to the slow return of self-trust. She explains how empowerment grows quietly and consistently, long before life feels fully stable again.

This five-minute episode offers grounded encouragement for anyone navigating divorce or contemplating it.

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In this validating episode, Olivia Howell explains the real reasons you feel exhausted during divorce — from nervous system overwhelm to emotional labor to decision fatigue. She breaks down the emotional, physical, and psychological load you’re carrying and reminds you that your exhaustion is not failure — it’s survival.

This five-minute episode is a grounding companion for anyone feeling depleted during divorce.

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Divorce can feel like standing in the wreckage of a life you thought would last forever—unsure where to step next, unsure who you are now that everything familiar has cracked open. In this deeply affirming episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with Leah Marie Mazur, a Certified Divorce Recovery Coach whose work has become a lifeline for women navigating the emotional aftermath of divorce. Together, they unpack what healing actually looks like—not the rushed, performative version, but the slow, honest work of rebuilding from the inside out.

Leah shares hard-won lessons from her own divorce journey, including why skipping the healing process often leads to repeating the same relationship patterns. With clarity and compassion, she explains how self-awareness, boundary work, and understanding your role in past relationships are essential steps in true divorce recovery. The conversation explores how journaling can become a powerful, accessible tool for healing—one that helps women get curious instead of judgmental, and reflective instead of reactive. This episode speaks directly to those grappling with emotional abuse, toxic dynamics, or the fear of choosing “wrong” again.

At its heart, this episode is a reminder that divorce doesn’t have to be navigated alone. Leah and Olivia emphasize the life-changing impact of community support, coaching, and assembling the right “Avengers” around you—from emotional health experts to co-parenting specialists. Listeners will walk away with practical tools, mindset shifts, and the reassurance that clarity, confidence, and personal growth are possible on the other side of divorce. Healing is not linear—but with the right support, it is achievable.

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In this episode, Olivia Howell unpacks why so many people stay in difficult marriages hoping their partner will finally change. She explains the emotional roots of hope, why it lingers, and how to distinguish between healthy hope and harmful hope.

This five-minute episode brings compassion, clarity, and perspective to anyone stuck in the “maybe they’ll change” cycle.

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Divorce doesn’t usually begin with a fight—it begins with quiet questions whispered late at night. Is there another way? Does this have to get ugly? Can we do this without destroying each other? In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with attorney Rosemarie Ferrante to explore a path many people don’t realize exists: collaborative divorce. From the very first moments of the conversation, this episode reframes divorce not as a failure, but as a deeply human transition—one that deserves care, structure, and support.

Rosemarie brings decades of experience as a Connecticut-based collaborative divorce and mediation attorney, and as President of the Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce. She breaks down what collaborative divorce actually looks like in real life—not as a buzzword, but as a clearly defined legal process that brings together attorneys, financial neutrals, and mental health professionals to support families through divorce holistically. Through real-world examples and clear explanations, she helps listeners understand how collaborative divorce differs from mediation and litigation, why good-faith participation matters, and how the right team can dramatically reduce conflict, fear, and long-term damage—especially for children.

At its heart, this conversation is about choice. Choosing a divorce process that aligns with your values. Choosing emotional and financial clarity over chaos. Choosing to see divorce not as the end of a family, but as a restructuring of one. Listeners will walk away with practical insights on how to evaluate whether collaborative divorce is right for them, how to find trained professionals, and why investing in emotional support can be the key to avoiding court altogether. If you’re navigating divorce—or quietly contemplating it—this episode offers something rare: hope grounded in structure, and reassurance backed by expertise.

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