Do I Really Hate Men?

Welcome to the first of a two part series where Ang tackles the challenge that is Christmas as a divorcee. Continuing on her quest to help others however she can, Ang is looking back at her first Christmas after her divorce and sharing with you the mistakes she made so that you don't make them too. From the unrealistic expectations we can put on Christmas to the challenges of deciding who has access to the children, Ang has been there and got the t-shirt and, she is going to share her secrets to making Christmas the best it can be for you and your loved ones.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Ang made the decision to leave her ex husband in September, on top of the divorce, moving house and caring for her children, Christmas was just around the corner. She talks about how she struggled to juggle all of these emotions and events at once.

• Ang looks back on her Christmas' when she was with her husband and how she always felt that her two sons were missing out on some of the magic and how she was desperate to change that post divorce.

• Despite Ang's best efforts to plan the perfect Christmas for her and her boys, when Christmas morning arrived they were greeted by the one thing they had never prepared for...their emotions. Ang talks about how the reality of being a 'broken family' on Christmas morning hit them hard.

• Despite Ang's difficult first Christmas and her desire to hide away from the world, she was visited by a little Christmas miracle of her own which made her realise the true meaning of Christmas.

BEST MOMENTS

"If this is your first Christmas alone then plan for the unexpected."

"Be kind to yourself but, if you need to cry, have a cry and then move on."

"If you do find yourself alone at Christmas then use that time to make plans for yourself and your life to build a better 2025."

EPISODE LINKS

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

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To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.

My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

Ang has been having a few technical difficulties with the podcast in recent weeks and has spent quite a bit of time trying to overcome them. Whilst it was initially getting her down, with the help of some friends, she powered through, after realising why she started the show in the first place - to spread positivity. Inspired by these events, Ang has dedicated this week's episode to managing your time and random acts of kindness, to help you realise that what you need the most, might be right in front of you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Our lives can become so busy with 'stuff' that we sometimes don't have the time to stop and realise what we're doing. When Ang's working hours got in the way of her spending time with her children she decided to do a time audit and reevaluate where, and with whom, she spends her time.

• We all have a habit of saying 'yes' to everything. Either out of kindness, or from a fear of letting others down. However, as Ang has discovered, and explains, saying 'no' can have huge benefits to you and those around you.

• How often do you stop to 'smell the roses'? Ang has realised how there are many thing in her life that she should be grateful for, but how they are easily missed if we don't take a moment to acknowledge them.

• Something that hit home for Ang when her friends helped her fix her podcast issues is that kindness is free. But more than that, it makes you feel good as well as the person you're helping. Ang reflects on this and shares the many simple ways you can bring a little joy to someone's life.

BEST MOMENTS

"Time becomes more valuable the more you realise it's running out."

"Saying no will create the space that you need to say yes to the things that nourish you and make you feel good."

"Forgive yourself for a past mistake and remind yourself that you are doing the best that you can."

EPISODE LINKS

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

Although we associate money with happiness, it can, in truth, be the cause of many problems. That is why, this week, Ang has invited Dominic Baldwin, CEO of Xentum Ltd on to the show. Dominic's company focuses on helping people with lifestyle wealth planning. Where most financial advisors will advise you in ways that benefit them, and their cut of your money, Dominic approaches financial advice from a wellbeing point of view. In this interview with Ang, Dominic outlines the steps and strategies he uses that can help you achieve healthy, financial wellbeing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Dominic's father lost his parents at a very early age and, as a result, found himself to be financially independent. Dominic later discovered that the people advising his father about his finances did not have his best interests at heart. Dominic explains how this led him on the path to forming Xentum Ltd.

• Most financial advisors will ask you how much money you have and then try to increase that amount by investing and/or attempting to save you from paying a high tax bill. Dominic outlines how his service offers something different - financial advice from a humanistic point of view.

• Most of us spend our lives trying to achieve financial wellbeing. Dominic lays out his tried and tested method on how he helps his clients get there.

• Through his work with his clients, Dominic realised that most of them were also in need of emotional support. This led him to form another company, Xentum Wellbeing. He explains what this company does and how it can help you.

BEST MOMENTS

"Don't dream in black and white, dream in technicolour."

"There's no correlation between happiness and your bank balance."

"If your advisor is being remunerated as a percentage of your success then there is a conflict of interest."

www.xentum.co.uk

www.xentum.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-baldwin

EPISODE LINKS

Connect with me on social media here https://linktr.ee/angaab6

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

This week Ang is here for a quick episode to share with you how she became a life coach. After facing the triple gut punch of divorce, discovering a lump in her breast and redundancy, Ang knew she needed to save herself as no one else was going to do it. After searching for answers, Ang found her purpose in life coaching and wasted no time in setting up her own business so that she could help others as she herself had been helped. She shares her journey in this episode and how her coaching has gone from strength to strength, and helped so many women, including, most recently, with the success of her new book

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Shortly after Ang's son was born she faced three huge challenges back to back. But, instead of letting the grief consume her, she decided to fight back. She explains how this traumatic time led her into the world of life coaching.

• Over the years Ang has discovered numerous quick tips on how to improve your life. She shares some of her favourites here.

• When times are bad, it can be easy for us to blame others for our hardship. However, the only person that is responsible for our lives is ourselves. Ang explains how she discovered helping yourself is the best way to move forward.

BEST MOMENTS

"Think of the impact on your life if you invested the time you spend watching TV on personal growth."

"If you want a helping hand, look at the end of your arm."

"Take responsibility for your own life, it's in your control."

EPISODE LINKS

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.

My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week on the show Ang is joined by Nadine Pittam, accredited psychotherapist and host of the "This Won't Fix You". Nadine specialises in working with clients who experience intense feelings of love and are prone to obsessions, or more commonly referred to as 'love addicts'. The majority of Nadine's work centres around helping people come to terms with the loss of a loved one, the very definition of divorce. In this interview with Ang, Nadine addresses what physiotherapy actually is, its benefits and shares some fascinating insights on how we feel about our feelings.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

● A lot of people have predetermined ideas of what psychotherapy entails, mainly based on its portrait in the movies. However, Nadine describes what therapy really entails and the benefits that come from it.

● Trauma can present itself in multiple ways and, sometimes, they are not always obvious. Nadine and Ang discuss some of the ways trauma can manifest and why it is important to address it before it takes hold.

● After experiencing a divorce it is very common to suddenly feel incomplete, to feel that our 'other half' has disappeared. Nadine explains the importance of acknowledging these feelings and the steps you can take to process these thoughts.

● Those people that do enter into therapy use it as a tool to get past the impending crisis they are facing. However, as Nadine explains, those that enter into therapy for the long haul have an opportunity to transform their lives in ways they never thought possible.

BEST MOMENTS

"Whoever you are or whatever you've done, your behaviour makes sense."

"Therapy isn't talking about your feelings, it's talking about how you feel about your feelings."

"If you keep something in the dark for long enough, it will develop."

EPISODE LINKS

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

GUEST SOCIAL LINKS

https://www.nadinepittam.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadine-pittam-8ba4ba196/

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

When navigating a divorce it is crucial that you find ways to reduce your stress as much as possible. One of the biggest creators of stress in our lives is often our jobs, that's why, this week on the show, Ang is looking at the benefits of flexible working for single parents. The stress a divorce places on your working life is huge, from suddenly needing to be financially independent to having to change your timetable, therefore it is crucial that you find a job that works for you. From the different models of flexible working to dealing with your employer, Ang covers it all in this episode so that you can find a job that works for you and creates one less thing to worry about.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Some employers are opposed to flexible working but they are missing out on a whole host of benefits. Ang details the advantages, for both employees and employers, that flexible working provides.
• Whilst flexible working can be a good thing for you and your employer, there are also your co-workers to consider. Ang outlines a few ways flexible working might affect your colleagues and what you can do to mitigate any negative effects.
• Flexible working doesn't just mean one thing. Ang breaks down the different models of flexible working to give you an understanding of which one might work best for you.
• Despite the benefits of flexible working, your employer just might not be open to the idea. In this case it may be time to look for a new job. Ang gives you a list of things you should consider when looking for a new role.

BEST MOMENTS

"Flexible working allows employers to save costs on office space and employees to save costs on commuting."

"Before you ask your employer what you need from flexible working, think about the impact to yourself and others and how you can reduce any negative effects."

"When you're going through a divorce everything you can do to relieve pressure is only going to help you. Finding a job that works for you is one of the best ways to reduce unnecessary pressure."

EPISODE LINKS

To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link

https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve!

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107 USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107

This week Ang is joined by Nicole Ratcliffe, also known as 'The Workplace Sleep Coach'. Since 2017 Nicole has been working as a sleep coach, helping families get a better night's sleep. A bad night's sleep can affect you in so many different ways and, in the modern world, it seems like there are more factors than ever before that affect our sleep. But, there is also more educational and practical tools available to us to help. In this interview, Nicole shares her in-depth knowledge of sleep science so you can develop healthy sleeping practices and build a solid foundation for becoming the best version of yourself.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• When Nicole had her first child in 2016 the lack of sleep that she and her husband were getting as a result had untold negative effects on their life. After paying a sleep professional to help them, Nicole became obsessed with the positive benefits of a good night's sleep. She explains to Ang how this led her to a career as a sleep coach.
• When living with a sleep problem, it is common practice to keep it to yourself and just expect it to work itself out. However, this will only lead to more problems. Nicole discusses the first steps you need to take to address this problem.
• Nicole shares her top tips on things you can do as part of your nighttime routine to ensure a better night's sleep.
• Waking up in the middle of the night can be awful, especially when you just can't get back to sleep. But, this is a common problem, and as Nicole explains, there are ways to help you get back to sleep.

BEST MOMENTS

"For the first 18 months, after the birth of a child, up to 62% of parents are not getting the required sleep to safely do their job."

"Sleep deprivation affects every single part of our daily lives from our weight to stress, to emotional regulation and physical and mental health."

"If you're struggling with sleep, the best thing you can do is educate yourself."

EPISODE LINKS

www.baby2sleep.co.uk

www.theworkplacesleepcoach.com

To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link

https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

Following on from her episodes on dating, this week, Ang is taking a look at the red flags to look out for when becoming involved with a potential new partner. When you meet someone new and the sparks fly it's sometimes easy to overlook what appear to be negative behaviours and regard them as 'a one off'. However, these negative behaviours are often a sign of things to come. From controlling behaviours to love bombing and jealousy to communication, Ang is here to tell you her ten most common red flags, how to spot them early and, ultimately, how to make sure you find the partner you deserve.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Communication in any relationship is crucial. And it's crucial to make sure it's right from day one. Ang discusses the red flags to look out for regarding communication.
• When Ang was dating someone early after her divorce she realised that some of his behaviours were not normal and were causing Ang to adjust her lifestyle. She talks about the dangers of controlling behaviours and how to look out for them.
• How do you know something might be a red flag? Ang tells you the one question you can ask yourself to be certain whether your potential future partner is displaying any behaviours to be cautious of.
• Meeting someone new is extremely exciting and can lead to emotions spiralling out of control. However, someone who can not control those emotions can begin to "Love Bomb". Ang explains the concept of love bombing and how it's actually a red flag to look out for.

BEST MOMENTS

"If you can have red flags in your mind before you go on your date it can save you a lot of time and heartache."

"Controlling behaviours can begin as something small and innocent. So, be aware of them before they grow out of proportion."

"Real love takes time to build and should evolve at a natural pace."

EPISODE LINKS

To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link

https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at [email protected]

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.

My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is joined by Phil Rhodes, a partner at Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, a practice that specialises in family law. For the past 20 years, Phil has focused on divorce and financial settlements. In this interview with Ang, Phil calls on his vast experience and busts the most common myths around divorce and child custody, gives a breakdown of the best way to approach divorce proceedings from the off, and shares his tips on self-care for you and your children.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• There are so many myths and urban legends around the topic of divorce and rights from a legal standpoint. Ang invites Phil to put the record straight and separate fact from fiction.

• One of the first things that needs to be considered when going through a divorce is temporary custody of your children. This is incredibly difficult, especially as it happens at such an early stage. Phil discusses the best way to approach this so that the emotional impact is reduced for all parties.

• Ang and Phil discuss the importance of self-care during a divorce and how and why this should be your number one priority.

• Getting legal advice at an early stage is crucial as, without it, you can make so many mistakes and find yourself in an even more difficult position. Phil discusses some of the most common mistakes people make during a divorce and how to avoid them.

BEST MOMENTS

"Find out where you are legally and what you are entitled to and then you can work with that to achieve a fair outcome."

"Reinforce with your children that you love them unconditionally and that they haven't contributed to the divorce."

"Compromise is crucial. Without it, it's impossible to reach a positive conclusion."

EPISODE LINKS

To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link

https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men

To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club

https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

https://linktr.ee/angaab6

www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.

My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivate her audience.

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This week, in a change to the regular program, Ang is going from interviewer to interviewee. Ang was recently a guest on the "Helping Teachers Thrive" podcast to discuss all things school and divorce. In this interview with host Tem, Ang shares her valuable insights and wisdom on how parents and teachers can support a child whose parents are going through a divorce. From warning signs in the classroom to sports days parent evenings and extra support services, Ang and Tem have you covered so that you can help your child successfully navigate through a difficult time.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The whole process of Ang's divorce lasted over six years. During this time the effects on her boys' school life were tangible. Ang talks about how these effects manifested and looks back at some of the things she could have done differently.
• How can teachers be more aware of what a child is going through? Ang shares her expertise on what is happening to children when their parents are divorcing, how this manifests, and how teachers can spot it.
• Parent's evenings, sports days, and Christmas plays take on a whole new dynamic when a child has parents who are divorced. Ang shares her tips on how to make these occasions easier for your child.
• Divorce affects 3 people in the school dynamic - children, parents, and teachers. Ang, and host Tem, discuss how all three parties are impacted and how they can work together to make the child's school life as painless as possible.

BEST MOMENTS

"When going through a divorce, it's really important that you communicate with the school and let them know what is happening in your children's lives."

"Many behaviours in the classroom could be a result of divorce, so it's important to be mindful of what the child is experiencing."

"You can't look after your children if you're not looking after yourself."

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

Do I Really Hate Men?

Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an 'I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.

This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times it's emotionally inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.

My mission -is to help women and mothers globally recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.

NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume there are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing for their children.

ABOUT THE HOST

Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25-year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a confessed self-development junkie.

Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence, she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.

With a six-year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty, and humor captivate her audience.