Divorce Your Story Podcast

Studies show that 60% of second time marriages end in divorce.  So the million dollar question is: "Why?"  From emotional residue from the 1st marriage, to blending a family,  the speed at which a person recouples,  to even unhealthy traits of the individual...the reasons are different.

How do you take that leap again? Is it worth giving marriage another shot? Are questions that many want answers to.

On this week's podcast episode, join me as I talk with Relationship Development Specialist Glenn P. Brooks Jr,  as he discuss his first marriage, his current marriage of 22 years, blending families and wisdom on taking ownership and getting help as a man to heal and move forward.

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Studies show that a father's involvement is linked to better outcomes on a child's well-being. From cognitive development, education achievement, self-esteem and pro-social behavior.  Culture & Society seems to place little importance on the role of fathers however, it's vital to not discount the significance of their role whether they're in the home or outside of the home.

Even though there are many different family structures, a father's influence is critical. Their parenting style balances the style of the mother's which results in the child having the tools necessary to be happier kids and responsible adults.

On this week's podcast episode, join me as I talk with Shon Hart, founder & CEO of "Involved Dad"  as well will be discussing the importance of a father's healing and emotional health and how it benefits his relationship with his child(ren) and mom.

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Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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Contrary to what many think, divorce is hard on both men and women. It's often believed that it's easier for men but studies show that divorce is an experience that men have more trouble coping with.

Men have their battles too! From their identity, their hurt, their finances and their kids. It's important to get an understanding and perspective from men to see how the dissolution of their relationship impacts them as well.

On this week's podcast episode, join me as I talk with Jamel Jackson as we dive deep into this topic to discuss his personal journey with divorce as well as tools that men can use to apply in their own lives to get through this process.

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Listen to Jamel's podcast "The Value Podcast":  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-value-podcast/id1548625953

Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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Healing is an area that seems to not get enough positive attention towards men. When this happens, men are left to suppress every emotion, every feeling and every thought internally with no safe space to express and deal with their pain.

Studies show that women are more likely to get the help they need than men, so where does that leave men?

On this week's podcast episode, join me as I talk with Marriage and Family Therapist Joseph Wilson (MMFT) as we have this discussion on emotional healing and the challenges that men encounter, the importance of their mental health, and simple BUT effective tools that men can do to get the help they need!

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Listen to Joseph's podcast "Love Unscripted":  https://linktr.ee/love.unscripted

Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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When a relationship ends, it could cause you to question yourself in ways that impacts who you are. You may wonder:

These questions can often leave you to forget your personal power which also prohibits you to fully step into your womanhood and all that it has to offer. There's no question that as women, we have come a long way, however as life happens and unfolds in ways that you weren't prepared for,  you may feel stuck and powerless to your life and what's ahead.

A vital part of moving forward is to embrace  your womanhood fully and unapologetically!  In this episode, join me as I discuss four things you must do to start embracing your womanhood.

Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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For many "being single" appears to be some kind of disease that nobody wants to catch....

Chances are when you've been in a relationship for a long time, "being single" seems unfamiliar therefore not truly enjoying it for what it has to offer. When you find yourself being bothered by your relationship status of being single, it can steer you into choosing a relationship that doesn't compliment you.

Does this mean that you shouldn't desire a relationship? No, because enjoying your singleness doesn't mean you should not want a relationship. Enjoying your singleness is more about loving yourself to enjoy a relationship when it comes. 

In this episode, join me as I discuss three things you need to know when being single bothers you.

Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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What happens when one person wants to exit out of the relationship and the other one doesn't?

Even though the logical solution is to respect the other person's decision, it's not always the easiest conclusion to come to when you're the person who wants to work it out.

When you're in this cycle of wanting to make the relationship work while the other one doesn't,  you're only keeping yourself in a space of denial, shock and the inability to accept that this has happened so you can continue on with your life.

In this episode, join me as I discuss what you need to do when you're the person who doesn't want the relationship to be over.

Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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It's 2021 & the New Year tends to bring new changes even in the area of relationships & marriages.  They're couples who decide to not carry on the relationship/marriage into the New Year.  So what does this mean? It means that an interruption has taken place in your life no matter who decides to make the decision to leave.  It means that it may hurt to see that this relationship is no longer one anymore. If you've invest many resources such as time, energy, money and love into this relationship, it could also mean tons of emotions that are hard to cope with.

What I see many do is overlook the fact that this does changes things. To pick up and move forward as if nothing never happened is not a good idea. So what should you do?

In this episode, join me as I discuss one important step you must do once the relationship is over.

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Sometimes when you're only focused on the external attributes of a person, you overlook the intangible assets that are vital to go through life successfully.

This doesn't imply that attraction and/or the ability to financially take care of themselves aren't important, however, it's important to also take inventory of the internal foundation this person is standing on as well.

Many skip the fact, that while keeping a solid relationship, there will be hardships that you will have to encounter together and if the external attributes are the ONLY things you're basing your relationship off of, then your foundation will not be resilient enough to whether the storms of life.

There was a video that went viral with image consultant Kevin Samuels and a lady who wanted a "6 figure man". While there were many comments and opinions on this clip, I decided to give mine on this episode. Join me this week as I wanted to have a conversation on another perspective of this clip.

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Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn

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When couples split, the parenting dynamic shifts.

Those dynamics can be:

Sayings such as "I'm going to just solely focus on my kids" can easily bring a neglect of yourself

Beliefs of constant doubt, fear, and tons of excuses can also leave you in a place of stagnation.

Contrary to what many think....You don't have to "struggle" because you're a "single mom"

This week, guest "Single Parenting Expert" Kaywanda Lamb will be discussing how to thrive and win as a single parent.

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