When it comes to divorce, do you need a lawyer? And what help is out there? Cass and Annaliese are joined by Ruth Pilkinton from Legal Aid NSW and family lawyer Alana Boyle to talk about what help you can access for free and what rights you can forgo if you move out of the family home.

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Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent)

The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff

The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic

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Not everyone has a choice when it comes to their marriage ending. For some people, it can be sudden - for others it can feel like a long time coming. But how do you get through those first few weeks of what is commonly referred to as the second most stressful life event - second to the death of a spouse? We'll be joined by psychologist Jacqui Manning to talk about how to grieve a sudden marriage breakdown and the tips you need to get you motivated during a pretty shitty time. And we'll be walking you through how to tell your friends, family and kids that your relationship is over.

Credits

Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent)

The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff

The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic

With thanks to Jacqui Manning

Notes

Find out more about Jacqui Manning here.

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What happens when your life becomes the one that you hadn't planned? How do you know if your relationship is over? And what happens if you choose to walk away from your relationship? On the first episode of Divorce Story Cass & Annaliese speak to the CEO of Relationships Australia Elisabeth Shaw and psychologist Jacqui Manning about what to do when you realise that your marriage is over. From spotting a toxic relationship to looking after yourself during this difficult time, this episode of Divorce Story will help you work out what your Plan B life looks like.

Credits

Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent)

The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff

The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic

With thanks to Elisabeth Shaw & Jacqui Manning

Notes

Visit Relationships Australia here.

Find out more about Jacqui Manning here.

The book Cass mentioned in this episode was Option B by Sheryl Sandberg

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Just over three years ago Cass Thorburn had to hit restart on her life. Her relationship ended and she found herself a single, stay-at-home mum to her three kids. In Australia one in three marriages end in divorce, but when you find yourself in that situation it can be hard to know where to turn, who to ask for help and how to get your life in order. Which is where Divorce Story comes in. Hosted by Cass Thorburn and Annaliese Dent, Divorce Story is a 12-week series that will help you navigate your separation, provide advice from the experts and help you relaunch your life post divorce. Launching March 4th...

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