What if divorce could mark the beginning of your most empowered chapter yet?

In this deeply personal episode of The Moving On Method, host Michelle Dempsey-Multack sits down with Olivia Howell and Jenny Dreizen, the visionary sisters behind Fresh Starts Registry. They share how personal heartbreaks became the foundation for a revolutionary platform that blends trauma-informed support, practical rebuilding tools, and a shame-free approach to life transitions. This is more than a divorce story; it’s a powerful blueprint for post-separation rebirth.

What You’ll Learn:

Why divorce is a form of trauma, and how Fresh Starts Registry helps address it holistically

How to emotionally and physically reset your life after a silent divorce or toxic marriage

The seven types of experts you may need during your post-divorce transition

The emotional power of reclaiming your space with new, intentional items

How to build a values-aligned support system during high-stress life events

Episode Highlights:

03:12 – How Olivia and Jenny’s personal breakups inspired a registry for divorce recovery

10:44 – The emotional toll of “doing everything” in a silent divorce

19:17 – The moment Olivia realized she was emotionally unraveling

27:50 – Jenny’s wedding called off: When your “happily ever after” ends

33:03 – What it really takes to build a startup for healing

38:49 – A trauma-informed business model that protects emotional and physical safety

43:12 – Community, free resources, and 100+ vetted experts at your fingertips

47:30 – A love story that began in a museum: Jenny’s real-life fresh start

Meet the Guests:

Olivia Howell is a marketing strategist and certified divorce coach with a passion for new beginnings.

Jenny Dreizen, a former wedding industry pro and logistics expert, co-founded Fresh Starts Registry to turn endings into empowering transformations.

Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned:

Fresh Starts Registry: A trauma-aware, Amazon-powered platform supporting people post-divorce with curated items and vetted expert referrals.

Fresh Starts Expert Membership: A visibility and community program for coaches, therapists, attorneys, and professionals supporting clients in transition.

Divorce Resource Consults: A free, no-obligation 15-minute session connecting users to custom resources and experts.

"The problem isn’t the person, it’s the pain. And healing means moving forward without shame."
Whether you're just beginning your divorce journey or several years beyond it, Fresh Starts Registry offers more than tools; it offers transformation. Tap the links in the show notes to explore the registry, connect with vetted experts, and begin again on your terms.

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