Episode 104: Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage — it can feel like it ends your sense of self.

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Amanda Powers sits down with Molly Rubesh, certified life coach and author, to talk about the reality of healing after heartbreak and what it takes to rebuild a life that feels like yours again.

Molly shares the lessons she’s learned through her own divorce, including how to release resentment, stop people-pleasing, and step into self-trust. Together, she and Amanda explore how to rediscover your identity when everything you thought you knew about yourself has changed — and how to use pain as a catalyst for purpose.

If you’re navigating divorce, self-loss, or any season of personal reinvention, this conversation will remind you: you are not broken — you are becoming.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Grief and Identity

02:48 The Journey to Becoming a Trauma-Informed Coach

05:33 Trusting Yourself Through Life Changes

08:20 Understanding Grief Beyond Loss

10:57 Finding Happiness in Daily Life

13:17 The Modern Marriage Blueprint

16:07 Recognizing Relationship Warning Signs

23:12 The Importance of Emotional Clarity in Relationships

24:29 Navigating Blended Families: Lessons Learned

25:44 Healing and Moving On: The Journey of Love

27:19 The Role of Therapy and Coaching in Healing

29:33 Facing Uncomfortable Emotions: The Path to Healing

32:08 The Gift of a Healed Self: Impact on Relationships

33:38 Lessons from Children: Resilience and Perspective

36:26 Embracing Grace: Moving Forward After Divorce

37:22 Finding Your Tribe: The Power of Community

42:08 Authenticity in Connection: The Journey to Self-Discovery

Connect with Molly Rubesh:

Website: https://mollyrubesh.com/

Children’s Book: https://mollyrubesh.com/book

Instagram: @molly_rubesh

Threads: @molly_rubesh

The Modern Marriage Blueprint: https://mollyrubesh.com/course-mmb

Connect with Amanda:

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Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com

Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost | @amanda.k.powers

YouTube: @podcastforthelost

Substack: podcastforthelost.substack.com

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