In this insightful solo episode, Leah Hadley, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Accredited Financial Counselor, tackles one of the most persistent worries faced by women navigating divorce: financial fear. Drawing not just from her professional expertise, but also from her own personal experience, Leah breaks down why financial anxiety is so prevalent during divorce and how it affects both stay-at-home moms and women with strong financial backgrounds.

Key Topics Covered:

- Why Divorce Causes Financial Anxiety

- Most Common Financial Fears

- How Fear Can Lead to Poor Decisions

- Strategies to Reduce Financial Fear

Resources & Support:

Learn More Here: https://www.watchherthrive.co/empowered-sisterhood

Access the Book Here: When it's Just Not Working, a Practical Divorce Guide for Stay-At-Home Moms

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

In this powerful episode, Leah Hadley sits down with Angeline Constantinou, founder of "Let's Break the Silence," to share her remarkable journey from surviving an abusive marriage to reclaiming her voice, identity, and purpose. Angeline offers wisdom and practical steps for anyone feeling trapped, overwhelmed, or lost—reminding listeners that healing and transformation are possible, no matter how dark things may feel.

Key Topics Covered:

- Angeline’s story of surviving and leaving an abusive relationship

- The long process of self-discovery and rebuilding self-worth after divorce

- Recognizing the red flags and overcoming the shame and guilt that keep us stuck

- Why community and mentorship are vital to healing

- How journaling, gratitude, and daily rituals can shift your mindset

- First steps for those in toxic or abusive marriages to start reclaiming their confidence

Guest Resources:

- Download Angeline's free self-reflection journaling workbook: https://letsbreakthesilence.com/journalprompts

Connect with Angeline Constantinou:

Website: https://letsbreakthesilence.com/ 

IG: @lets_breakthesilence

FB: Angeline Constantinou

LI: Angeline Constantinou

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

In this uplifting and practical episode, Leah Hadley welcomes friend and renowned relationship expert Bari Lyman to discuss how to truly prepare for love after divorce. If you’re frustrated by the dating world or afraid of repeating unhealthy patterns, this conversation brings hope, actionable steps, and inspiring real-life stories.

Key Takeaways:

- Get intentional about love: The process starts with a decision and vulnerability about wanting love again.

- Clear past patterns: Healing is about moving beyond analyzing the past—think forward and design the future you want.

- Readiness over availability: Being ready for love goes deeper than “putting yourself out there.”

- You don’t have to settle: Success, emotional security, and healthy, uplifting partnership can absolutely go hand in hand.

- Online vs. in-person dating: The method matters less than your energy and self-readiness.

Mentioned Resources:

If you enjoyed this conversation with Bari and want to go deeper, don't miss this powerful 90-minute workshop where she'll reveal: 

✓ Why high-achieving women who excel professionally often struggle with relationship patterns ✓ The strategic, business-minded approach to love that actually works ✓ How to stop attracting emotionally unavailable people and start meeting partners who match your ambition 

Just like you're building your financial future, it's time to invest in your relationship future. 

Upcoming FREE Workshop: 3 Mistakes That Keep You Stuck Whether You Date Online or Organically (and How to Finally Find Sweet Love)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 7:00pm EST

Register Now: https://go.meettomarry.com/3mistakes 

Join Bari's Weekly Live at Lunch: Every Wednesday at 12pm ET on YouTube Love Ready discussions and Q&A Watch live: youtube.com/@barilymanlove

Connect with Bari Lyman:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://meettomarry.com/about/ 

IG: @barilymanlove 

FB: Bari.Lyman  

LI: Bari Lyman

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/ 

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/ 

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights 

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist. 

In this episode, Leah Hadley dives into a topic that breaks her heart—and one she sees time and time again: capable, intelligent women feeling financially stuck after finalizing their divorce.

Key Takeaways:

- Why Financial Stagnation Happens: Leah Hadley explains that staying stuck isn’t about a lack of knowledge—most women know what they should be doing—it’s about what’s happening beneath the surface after divorce.

- Five Main Reasons Women Stay Financially Stuck:

- How To Break Free: Leah Hadley offers five practical, empathetic guidance for moving forward:

Action Step for Listeners: Take just one small financial action this week—open an account, track your expenses, join the community, or show up for the live show. Break out of inertia and build momentum, no matter how small the step feels.

Resources Mentioned: 

Intentional Money Moves live show: Tuesdays at noon ET, free, interactive, and found on the "Watch Her Thrive" YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@watchherthrive 

The Empowered Sisterhood: Membership program for women navigating financial transitions, now only $59/month. https://www.watchherthrive.co/empowered-sisterhood 

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

Welcome to another insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, hosted by Leah Hadley! Today’s guest is the inspiring Tammy Gustafson, a trauma-informed licensed professional counselor, coach, and speaker known for her work in betrayal healing. Tammy is also the founder and CEO of Betrayal Healing and Live Free Counseling, host of the annual Betrayal Healing Conference, and author of the newly released book Broken to Brave: Your Courageous Act of Healing After Intimate Betrayal.

Key Takeaways:

- Tammy’s New Book: Tammy shares her personal motivation for writing Broken to Brave,Your Courageous Act of Healing After Intimate Betrayal, emphasizing its role as a practical companion for women healing after betrayal. She discusses the journey from feeling "broken" to becoming "brave" and likens the process to creating a beautiful mosaic out of life’s shattered pieces.

- Phases of Betrayal Healing: Tammy outlines her four betrayal healing phases, grounded in both personal experience and clinical practice: The Reveal, Rumble, Relationship Direction, and Reclaiming Self.

- Where Women Get Stuck: Common challenges include obsession over trust and forgiveness too early in the process, being consumed by the decision to stay or leave, and struggling to fully engage with grief (especially anger vs. sadness).

- Building Resilience & Strength: Tammy observes that resilience comes from facing pain head-on, honoring your experience, and choosing to be intentional about your healing. Community support and making meaning are foundational to moving forward.

- Actionable Advice for Listeners: Honoring Self-worth, Getting Safe Help, One Thing at a Time and Patience 

- The Betrayal Healing Conference: Tammy’s annual free conference offers a supportive community and expert talks designed to empower and encourage anyone recovering from betrayal and/or divorce.

REGISTER HERE: https://greatlakesdfs--betrayalhealing.thrivecart.com/all-access-pass/

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Tammy Gustafson:

Websites: www.tammygustafson.com and Live Free Counseling

IG: @tammylgustafson

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

In this empowering episode, host Leah Hadley welcomes certified life coach and cultural strategist Joni Woods to share her deeply personal journey through divorce, how she found clarity and anchored her decision, and her passion for helping others build emotionally safe connections after significant life changes.

Key Takeaways:

- Joni’s Journey: Joni Woods discusses her transition from youth and young adult pastor to life coach after her own divorce, and why she expanded her work into the corporate space to help people strengthen all types of relationships.

- Protecting the Divorce Decision: Both Leah Hadley and Joni Woods explore the emotional weight, social judgment, and self-doubt that often follow the choice to divorce. Joni shares how she found “anchors” to stay grounded, from her personal experiences in counseling to lessons from her faith.

- Navigating Outside Pressure and Building Boundaries: The conversation covers practical strategies for resisting outside opinions and not feeling compelled to validate decisions to others, especially when it comes to children and co-parenting.

- Rebuilding Self-Trust: Joni Woods talks about the step-by-step process of rebuilding self-trust after betrayal or difficult relationships, and offers compassionate advice for giving yourself grace during the healing process.

- Relationship with Faith Post-Divorce: Joni Woods shares candidly about losing her church community after her divorce, how acceptance and judgment can differ from place to place, and why her faith ultimately remained strong despite the challenges.

- Creating a New Life: Learn how to move from defending your divorce decision to embracing the exciting process of rebuilding and self-discovery. Joni Woods highlights the joy and freedom that can come with designing your life on your own terms

Resources:

Joni’s Book: “Burned, Blocked, and Better Than Ever”—offering it for FREE to listeners who connect and share their stories. Simply fill out the section for the Transformation Roadmap https://joniwoods.com/

Connect with Joni Woods:

Website: https://joniwoods.com/

Email: [email protected] 

IG: @authorjoniwoods

LI: joniwoods

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

In this inspiring episode, Leah Hadley welcomes visionary entrepreneur and bestselling author Maria Fontana to share her powerful story of reinvention after divorce. From building a multi-six-figure salon business at an early age to facing intense personal and financial struggles during her marriage and overcoming $700,000 in debt, Maria’s journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative power of inner work.

Maria discusses the challenges of leaving a dysfunctional marriage, breaking generational patterns, and starting over both personally and professionally. She highlights the importance of trusting your intuition, creating safe spaces for connection, and embracing self-compassion during difficult seasons.

Key Takeaways:

- Maria’s Early Career & Marriage: Starting a thriving business at 19, navigating cultural and familial expectations, and the impact of marrying to please others.

- Recognizing When to Take Action: Maria’s experience with postpartum depression, anxiety, and reaching a tipping point after years of financial and emotional turmoil.

- Breaking Free & Rebuilding: Facing financial devastation including repossessed cars and lost homes, Maria shares step-by-step how she rebuilt her life, career, and self-confidence.

- The Power of Inner Work: How faith, self-trust, and supportive mentors helped Maria move past shame and embarrassment to reinvent her life. She details how embracing your intuition and energy can guide safe relationships and new opportunities.

- Season of Reinvention: Maria’s work today as an integrative healing practitioner and coach, helping entrepreneurs and leaders honor themselves and design their next season with soul alignment.

- Practical Advice: Insights on recognizing safe support systems, setting boundaries, trusting your gut, and focusing on personal resources to move forward after divorce.

Special VIP Audio Thread Access:

Email Maria directly at [email protected] for free access to her exclusive insights and resources.

Connect with Maria Fontana:

Website: www.mariafontana.com 

Email: [email protected] 

IG: @mariafontanaconsulting 

FB: MFConsulting

LI: Maria Fontana

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/ 

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/ 

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights 

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist. 

Welcome to another uplifting episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, hosted by Leah Hadley and featuring special guest Jackie Pilossoph, founder of Divorced Girl Smiling. This episode dives deep into the unexpected silver linings that can come from a divorce, focusing on empowerment, reinvention, self-discovery, and the importance of building a supportive community.

Key Takeaways:

- The Good That Can Come from Divorce: Jackie Pilossoph and Leah Hadley discuss how divorce can be a catalyst for self-discovery and personal growth, even in the face of fear, shame, and uncertainty.

- Financial Independence & Empowerment: The journey from financial fear to confidence is explored, including practical steps like opening bank accounts and managing investments for the first time. 

- Re-entering the Workforce: Jackie shares her experience of returning to work after divorce and how it led to increased confidence, new friendships, and a sense of accomplishment.

- Rebuilding Confidence After Divorce: A candid conversation about how divorce inevitably impacts self-esteem, but also opens the door for self-love, therapy, coaching, and rediscovering passions.

- The Power of Community and Friendships: Jackie offers practical tips for overcoming loneliness after divorce: start by befriending one person, join communities or classes aligned with your interests, and make a habit of getting out of the house—even for simple activities like coffee or a walk.

- New Opportunities for Love and Partnership: The episode explores how divorce creates the possibility of finding a more compatible partner—and how sometimes, the post-divorce partner better fits each person’s lifestyle and values. 

Connect with Jackie Pilossoph:

Website: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/ 

Email: [email protected] 

IG: @Divorced_Girl_Smiling

FB: Divorced Girl Smiling

LI:  jackie-pilossoph-0851814

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights 

 Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.

In this insightful episode, host Leah Hadley welcomes Karen Covy—a “recovering lawyer,” respected divorce coach, mediator, author, and podcaster—to dive deep into decision making throughout the divorce journey. Together, they unpack the emotional and practical complexities of divorce, highlighting the value of intentional, empowered choices from the moment the idea of divorce surfaces through to life beyond the settlement.

Key Take Aways:

- How to Make Empowered Divorce Decisions: Karen Covy shares her unique exercises for identifying your values and priorities, and how to anchor your decision making—even when things feel emotionally overwhelming and fast-paced.

-The Importance of Intentionality Discover: Why stepping back and determining your big-picture goals early can help protect your peace and financial future, even when decisions are being made under pressure.

- Mindset and Moving Forward: The conversation explores the powerful mindset shift required to view divorce as a chapter—not your defining moment—and strategies to avoid common regrets.

- Communicating with Adult Children: Karen provides compassionate coaching for parents facing tough conversations with adult children and explains why clear boundaries and loving honesty are vital.

- Becoming the CEO of Your Divorce: Learn why you—not your attorney—are in charge of your divorce’s direction, and how assembling the right professional team (without overspending) creates the best path to your desired outcome.

- Avoiding Costly Mistakes: Leah and Karen discuss the financial pitfalls often missed without early expert help, and why getting advice too late can not only increase stress but also escalate legal and emotional battles.

Resources Mentioned: Free download: One-page Divorce Process Comparison Chart: https://karencovy.com/freechart/

Connect with Karen Covy:

Website: www.karencovy.com 

Email: [email protected] 

IG: @karencovylawyer

FB: @Karen A Covy

TikTok: @karen.covy

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/ 

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/ 

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights 

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist. 

For more valuable insights on navigating divorce with intention and clarity, be sure to subscribe to Intentional Divorce Insights and leave a review to help others discover empowering divorce. resources.

Welcome to a brand new season of Intentional Divorce Insights! In this powerful solo episode, Leah Hadley—certified divorce financial analyst and founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions—invites listeners to move beyond the “clinical” conversations around divorce and explore the unseen, often unspoken, costs that truly impact those going through this life change. If you’re facing divorce and feeling overwhelmed or isolated, this episode is for you.

Leah Hadley compassionately illuminates the five most devastating hidden costs of divorce—beyond what’s found on a legal bill—arming you with awareness so you can better protect yourself, your family, and your future.

Key Takeaways:

The “Quiet Thieves” of Divorce: Hidden costs that extend beyond legal fees and settlements.

Social Fallout: How friendships and family dynamics often fracture, leading to profound isolation at your most vulnerable.

Career Impact: Why divorce can quietly stall your professional life and what to watch for at work.

Financial Surprises: From asset appraisals to new living expenses and changes in insurance and tax status, it’s not just about the attorney's invoice.

Effects on Children: The long-term emotional toll on kids, especially in high-conflict splits.

Your Health Matters: How lingering, chronic stress from a difficult divorce impacts both emotional and physical well-being.

How to Prepare: Steps you can take now for emotional, financial, and practical readiness—including leaning on support systems and seeking professional guidance.

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/ 

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/ 

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights 

Download our free divorce checklist at https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist. 

For more valuable insights on navigating divorce with intention and clarity, be sure to subscribe to Intentional Divorce Insights and leave a review to help others discover empowering divorce resources.