Get Divorced Without Getting Screwed

Today, we're diving deep into the murky waters of divorcing a narcissist, a topic that strikes a chord with many of our listeners. We're joined by Stephany Ann, an attorney and international best-selling author whose own journey from adversity to advocacy serves as a beacon of hope for countless survivors of domestic violence and emotional trauma. With a heart for healing and a commitment to empowerment, Stephany shares her profound insights into the complexities of narcissism, marriage to a narcissist, and the arduous journey of co-parenting with grace and resilience in these situations. Through candid anecdotes, expert analysis, and heartfelt reflection, Stephany invites us to peer behind the veil of illusion and confront the harsh realities of being in a relationship with a narcissistic partner.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  The reality of being married to a narcissist

•  A glimpse into Stephany’s two marriages to narcissists

•  The impact of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) on relationships

•  How a narcissistic parent impacts children

•  Signs to help you spot narcissistic behavior

•  Red flags you should never ignore

•  The exhausting process of divorcing a narcissist

•  The narcissistic abuse cycle: Idealization, devaluation, rejection

•  Why is it so hard to leave a narcissist?

•  Gaslighting: A hidden form of emotional abuse

•   Invaluable advice for those navigating similar challenges

•  What Stephany would have done differently

•  The importance of self-reflection before entering new relationships

•  The transformative power of emotional freedom

To connect with Stephany Ann, email her at [email protected]

Stay tuned for more empowering conversations!

Welcome to Get Divorced Without Getting Screwed, the podcast dedicated to helping men navigate the challenging terrain of divorce with grace, resilience, and clarity. Today, we're diving deep into the digital age's impact on divorce proceedings, exploring the latest methods and strategies to emerge in this evolving landscape. And who better to guide us through this maze of legal intricacies than our esteemed guest, Kristin Lis, Esq.?

Kristin brings a wealth of experience in family law and mediation to the table, making her the perfect companion for our journey into the digital realm of divorce. From virtual hearings to online mediation, the game has changed, and Kristin is here to shed light on every twist and turn. In this episode, we'll uncover how technology has revolutionized divorce proceedings, turning traditional practices on their heads. Get ready to discover invaluable insights, from mastering your online mediation sessions to making the crucial decision of selecting the right attorney. Kristin's knowledge will arm you with the tools and strategies needed for your divorce to go more smoothly.

In this episode, we discuss:

•     What you can expect when entering the divorce process

•     Insights into making your experience more manageable

•     How the court system has adapted since COVID-19

•     The evolution of divorce proceedings in the digital age

•     The benefits of virtual proceedings

•     The groundbreaking advantages of online mediation

•     Selecting the right mediator for your particular case

•     The disadvantages of having an attorney with a one-size-fits-all approach

•     Problems that arise when attorneys resist change

•     Advocating for clients' active involvement in decision-making

•     The importance of self-care during divorce proceedings

•     AND SO MUCH MORE!

You can learn more about Kristin by going to: https://www.gethappydivorce.com/our-team/kristin-m-lis/

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Hearing from divorced guys is always instructive. We always learn how these incredible men survived divorce and started the next chapter of their lives. But, we have a first on the podcast. A DIVORCED divorce mediator! Come find out how going through divorce can impact how a divorce professional's view on helping others through the divorce process:

In this episode, we discuss:

You can learn more about Scott Orr by checking out his website:  https://www.tmolawfirm.com/attorney-orr 

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We sat down with two experienced divorce attorneys to learn how they help clients navigate the divorce system. And yes, it is a system. Surrounding yourself with the right divorce professionals is important to your success. We had a wide-ranging conversation on a variety of topics that are important to each and every man going through a divorce, including:

Find out more about our guests!

Sylvia Breitowich, Esq. (https://www.breitowichlawfirm.com)

Julia Dasaro, Esq. (https://www.dasarolaw.net)

We had an amazing and deep conversation with a family Lawyer, Jennifer McCaskill. McCaskill’s practice has been devoted exclusively to family law since she graduated from law school in 2002.

She advises you to get a handle on the financials before you get divorced, look at your tax return and only sign an agreement after consulting a divorce lawyer. 

We discussed:

✅ Alimony.

✅ Stigma of genders during a divorce.

✅ Strategies that divorce attorneys use against the other attorney. 

✅ Things you should search for in a mediator if you don’t have an attorney. 

✅ When should you look for an attorney? 

✅ Things to do before telling your spouse that you want the divorce. 

✅ The relationship you need to have with your attorney during this process. 

✅ Custody 

AND SO MUCH MORE...

You can learn more about our guest by going to www.jjmccaskill.com.

While ensuring you get divorced the right way is important, be sure not to overlook all the other things you need to do as you transition to the next chapter of your life. Estate planning, both pre-and post-divorce, is so important. Too often, people ignore this essential process that everyone should do. In this episode with the incredible Lauren Bercik, Esq., we discuss:

✅ What is a Will, and why do you need one?

✅ The other documents you need in addition to a Will

✅ The process your loved ones will go through if you don't have a Will or have one that is done incorrectly

✅ The role of life insurance in estate planning and, in particular, securing support obligations in a divorce decree

✅ How where you live impacts Wills and other estate planning documents

✅ The importance of Living Wills, Advanced Directives, and Medical Powers of Attorney

✅ When and how you modify your Will during and after the divorce process

AND SO MUCH MORE...

You can learn more about our guest by going to berciklaw.com. 

Check out our conversation with Kenneth Harrell; we discuss how he survived a Divorce Against a Spouse Who Wanted to Win at All Costs.

Kenneth shares his thoughts about how sometimes an attorney could make things worse, feeding the fire during the process, and how his case got so bad because the attorney wasn't helping his ex-spouse make decisions; instead, he was backing her up. You need your attorney to be honest about when to stop fighting. 

We discussed:

✅ The common reasons why people try to save their marriage and how society, cultural aspects, and your children could affect your decision.

✅ The divorce process and the complications you could get.

✅ How to handle a spouse who is too emotional and thinks a divorce is a competition.

✅ How to identify a reasonable attorney and the benefits of having a neutral mediator so he can help with what works best for both parties. 

✅ His life after divorce and how he wishes he would've decided to divorce before so his happiness could've finally started earlier. 

...AND SO MUCH MORE...

For more information about our free men's divorce community, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/divorceshieldtribe/.

Join me for an extraordinary conversation about Tips & Strategies from Divorce Coaches: Tips to Move Forward.

Our Special Guest, Jennifer Warren Medwin, is a Divorce Coach, Family Mediator, and marital mediator. Her private practice in Pinecrest, Miami, is called Seeking Empowerment: Clarity Through Partnership. Jennifer specializes in working alongside individuals and couples who are contemplating divorce and are fearful of high conflict and with those who hope to save their marriage. She partners with clients to develop the clarity, confidence, courage, conflict management, strategies, and communication skills they need to move through the process. 

She advises you to be the boss of your process during a divorce, don't give away your power to the professional because they won't be with you when this is settled; you should follow your intuition.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

✅   Divorce Coaching 

✅   Four Quadrants of Divorce

✅   Mediation

✅   Ways of Communication during the mediation and divorce process 

✅   Attorney and Divorce Coach. Differences and reasons to have both.

...AND SO MUCH MORE...

For more information about our free men's divorce community, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/divorceshieldtribe/.

For more information about our guest Jennifer Warren, contact her on:

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

www.seekingempowerent.com

Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn: @jenseekingempowerment

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Join me for an inspiring conversation about how to have a GOOD divorce.

Our special guest Sarah Armstrong, good divorce proponent and author of The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce, is vice-president of global marketing operations at Google and proud mom of Grace. She was seven years old when Sarah divorced. Grace is now entering her sophomore year in college. Sarah is a mentor to other women and men in business and a longtime volunteer at various nonprofit organizations, including the Jack & Jill Late Stage Cancer Foundation, Georgetown Alumni Admissions Program, and soup kitchens.

Sarah shares with us how the mindset could be crucial during a divorce and post-divorce and that if you're divorced doesn't mean that you cannot be happy or your kids. She also wants to let you know that when you go through a divorce, you must take it one step at a time. There will be a better and happier phase in your life, but you have to realize that divorce is tricky, but you get over it.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

✅   Post-Divorce Life

✅  Society and divorce 

✅  New relationships after divorce. 

✅  Writing the next chapter of your life. 

✅ How you must think about kids' schedules during-after divorce, so it doesn't impact them.

✅ How to deal with emotions

✅ How Kids can suffer collateral damage 

...AND SO MUCH MORE...

For more information about our free men's divorce community, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/divorceshieldtribe/.

For more information about our guest Sarah Armstrong, contact her on:

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-madden-armstrong-5432887

Email:

[email protected]

This is a great conversation that John had with Erin Brueche, Esq., the host of Legal Breakdown. They discuss the role of a divorce coach in a divorce. They also go into all of the ways you can get divorced without going to court, including mediation, arbitration, and collaborative divorce.