Welcome to Intentional Divorce Insights! On this episode, Leah Hadley sits down with Lissa Figgins, a former “busyness” owner turned scaling strategist, to uncover practical advice on reclaiming time, making clear decisions in overwhelming seasons, and focusing on what matters most during divorce.

 Key Topics Discussed:

- Understanding Time Management During Divorce

- The Shift from Time Management to Time Stewardship

- Making Decisions That Matter in Overwhelming Seasons

- Practical Tips for Setting Priorities and Anchoring Your Day

 Resources & Links:

Connect with Lissa Figgins:

Website: https://redeemhertime.com/

REDEEM Her Time Podcast https://redeemhertime.com/podcast

REDEEM Her Time Community https://redeemhertime.com/community 

FB https://www.facebook.com/lissa.figgins 

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.

Join Leah Hadley as she welcomes Liesel Darby, divorce coach and mediator at Intentional Divorce Solutions, for an in-depth conversation inspired by Belle Burden’s memoir, Strangers. Together, they explore the layers of financial and emotional experiences women face during and after divorce—regardless of income level.

Key Topics Covered:

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Liesel Darby:

Website: https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/

Email: [email protected]

Schedule a complementary meeting with Liesel to learn more about her coaching and mediation services https://calendly.com/lieseldarby/info-call-for-individual-coaching 

Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions:

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

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

YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights

Learn more about the Empowered isterhoodhttps://www.watchherthrive.co/empowered-sisterhood

In this enlightening episode, Leah Hadley welcomes Kristin Hadley, a professional animal communicator, to discuss how family transitions, especially divorce, affect our animal family members. Learn how animals experience and express emotional turmoil during these changes and discover compassionate strategies for caring for your pets throughout the divorce process.

Key Takeaways:

- What is Animal Communication?

Kristin Hadley explains her unique profession, which involves telepathically communicating with animals to help humans understand their pets’ emotions, experiences, and needs.

- How Divorce Impacts Animals

The conversation dives deep into the emotional and behavioral changes pets may exhibit when their human families restructure. Learn what to look for and why animals may seem withdrawn, act out, or develop new behaviors—sometimes even before obvious signs appear. 

 - Common Behavioral Changes

Loss of appetite, despondency, depression, and behavioral outbursts, as well as less obvious signs, are discussed. Kristin Hadley emphasizes that just because an animal isn’t showing outward signs doesn’t mean they aren’t feeling stress.

- Communicating with Your Animals

Tips on how to be present, mindful, and honest with your feelings as a way to help your animals cope. Kristin Hadley suggests that pets can be a mirror, often reflecting their owners’ emotional states.

Resources & Community:

Kristin Hadley offers a free Facebook group, Animal Communication Success with Kristin Hadley, where listeners can ask questions, join trainings, and connect with other animal lovers.

Join her Facebook group: Animal Communication Success with Kristin Haldey

Connect with Kristin Hadley: 

Website: Heart2HeartWithAnimals

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

FB: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.marie.hadley

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 of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley sits down with Chris Williams, an entrepreneur who turned the difficult experience of divorce into an opportunity for personal growth and professional success. Chris Williams shares how she built a thriving business from scratch after her 17-year marriage ended, despite facing financial hardships and self-doubt.

Listeners will discover practical strategies for rebuilding confidence, seeking support, and creating new possibilities during and after difficult life transitions.

Key Topics & Highlights:

- Chris' Journey: From homeschooling mom and farm life to navigating toxic divorce and starting over with just $25 in her bank account.

- Building a New Life: How Chris Williams leveraged her experiences and passions to create success as a massage therapist, functional nutritional therapist, and ultimately a business coach.

- Facing Fears & Asking for Help: Chris recounts pivotal moments—like being stranded at a gas station without enough money—and how she learned to seek support.- Committing First, Figuring Out Later: The importance of committing to a goal, trusting yourself, and being open to unexpected possibilities.

- Mindset Shifts: Replacing limiting beliefs, embracing flexibility, and creating a new vision for your post-divorce life.

- Practical Tools: Introduction to the Soulful Abundance System and resources for women building their own businesses.

Resources Mentioned:

Book: The Soulful Abundance System: Leah Hadley recommends this accessible, practical guide for aspiring entrepreneurs. 

Soulful Abundance Letters (Substack)

Grab the FREE guide: The CORE 4 Revenue Guide 

Connect with Chris Williams:

Website: https://shineabundancenow.com/

FB: Soulful Abundance Hub

IG: @christinewilliamscoaching

YT: Soulful Abundance with Chris Williams

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 season premiere, Leah Hadley explores the topic of "financial invisibility" in marriage, drawing on insights from Belle Burden’s bestselling book Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage. Leah Hadley highlights the critical financial lessons hidden beneath Burden's story and shares actionable questions every woman should be able to answer about her own financial life—regardless of marital status or income level. Whether you're preparing for your future or navigating divorce, this episode is packed with clarity, compassion, and essential financial wisdom.

Key Takeaways:

- Why this podcast exists: addressing financial vulnerability during divorce

- Cultural buzz around Strangers and its underlying financial cautionary tale

- Major financial lessons from Belle Burden’s memoir:

- Universal patterns beyond wealth and status—why the story is relevant at every income level 

- Five essential financial questions every woman should answer about her life:

Where is your money? 

How are your assets titled? 

Are you involved in financial decisions?

Do you have your own financial identity? 

Have you read your own legal documents? 

- Support and encouragement for women currently going through divorce 

- The empowering journey to financial wholeness and confidence 

Resources Mentioned: 

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 solo episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley explores the transformative journey that many women experience during and after divorce. Shifting the narrative from one of loss to one of emergence and intentional rebuilding, Leah Hadley shares empowering insights on reclaiming your identity, building financial clarity, and asking for help without shame. This episode is an invitation to recognize the power and growth that come from navigating divorce with purpose.

Key Topics Covered:

- The Woman on the Other Side of Divorce:

- Reframing Your Divorce Story:

- What Divorce Demands:

- Redefining Identity:

- Kavana: Living with Intentionality:

- Three Core Lessons from the Other Side:

Resources Mentioned:

Empowered Sisterhood: Weekly chats, financial coaching, and masterclasses for women navigating divorce. Learn more here:  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.

In this episode, Leah Hadley welcomes Heather Quick, a trailblazing attorney committed to supporting women through divorce and family law changes. Heather Quick shares her journey founding a women-focused law practice, insights on navigating divorce with intention, and practical advice for women considering or beginning the divorce process.

 Key Topics:

- Heather’s Background:

- Visioning Your Post-Divorce Life:

- Journaling as a Tool:

- Understanding Finances:

- Florida Divorce Laws:

- Role of Mediation:

- Common Mistakes:

- Empowerment & Communication:

 Resources Mentioned:

 Connect with Heather Quick:

Website: https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/

IG: @4womenlaw

IG: @heatherquick_

IG: @womenwinningdivorce_

Check out Heather's new book: Unbreakable Divorce: The Winning Divorce Guide Every Woman Needs to Reclaim Her Life

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 solo episode, Leah Hadley explores the pivotal moment many women face after divorce: the challenge and overwhelm of rebuilding their financial life amidst uncertainty. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience, Leah offers perspective, practical steps, and empowering insights for navigating the complexities of post-divorce finances with clarity and intention.

Key Topics:

- Reframing "Starting Over":

- Understanding Post-Divorce Finances:

- Common Barriers to Building a Financial Plan:

- Practical Planning Approaches:

- The Role of Community:

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, Leah Hadley welcomes highly sought-after matrimonial attorney Mia Poppe to discuss finding agency and resilience during the divorce process. With an impressive background in banking and law, Mia Poppe shares her personal and professional journey, offering actionable strategies for cultivating the right mindset and building a support system to navigate even the most challenging divorces. Discover practical tools, the value of "hype queens," and the importance of accepting each step on your post-divorce path.

Key Takeaways:

- Mia Poppe’s Unique Journey:
Mia Poppe discusses her shift from a successful banking career to becoming a leading matrimonial attorney, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact—especially for women facing complex custody issues.

- Mindset as the Foundation:
Both speakers emphasize that divorce starts and ends with mindset. 

- Practice Acceptance and Internal Locus of Control:
Accept your past missteps and focus on what you can control. Transforming your locus of control from external to internal is key—and can be achieved through incremental (kaizen) changes.

- Celebrate Every Step:
Both Leah Hadley and Mia Poppe encourage listeners to acknowledge and celebrate every bit of progress, no matter how small. These small victories build momentum and create lasting change.

- Hype Queens and Rewiring Self-Talk:
Surround yourself with friends (hype queens) who lift you up and remind you of your worth as you learn to shift your internal dialogue from criticism to encouragement.

- Take Your Coffee Black:
Mia Poppe introduces the concept of accepting life's bitterness without trying to sugarcoat it, and using challenges as growth opportunities.

Additional Resources: 

- Get a free copy of Mia's book: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Divorce
Send an email to [email protected] to claim your copy! (Limited to the first 20 listeners)

- Learn more about The Empowered Sisterhood https://www.watchherthrive.co/empowered-sisterhood

Connect with Mia Poppe:

Website: https://www.miapoppe.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/miapoppe.esq/ 

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

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nylawsa

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 solo episode, Leah Hadley dives deep into the most overlooked—and crucial—aspect of divorce: your money mindset. She reveals why financial strength after divorce isn't just about the settlement, but about making a fundamental shift in how you view and manage money. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience and her new book, Intentional Money: The Modern Woman's Guide to Building Wealth, Purpose, and Peace, Leah walks listeners through the mindset traps to avoid, and introduces her Intentional Money Method—a six-pillar framework designed to help every woman take control and build a brighter financial future.

Key Topics Covered:

- The Real Financial Identity Crisis: Why divorce shakes up your relationship with money and how to reclaim your financial power.

- Mindset Traps to Avoid: Scarcity panic, golden handcuffs, outsourcing, and avoidance—and how each can sabotage your financial security.

- Intentional Money Method: Discover Leah's six pillars—Clarity, Values, Mindset, Strategy, Action, and Support—and how to apply them during your divorce process.

- The Biggest Mindset Shift: Move from “What am I going to get?” to “What am I going to build?” for lasting financial empowerment.

- Practical Steps & Support: Actionable tips for taking charge, plus info on Leah's workbook, journal, and the Empowered Sisterhood community.

Featured Resources:

- Leah's new book- Intentional Money: The Modern Woman's Guide to Building Wealth, Purpose, and Peace — available now: Amazon 

- The Empowered Sisterhood — Membership community for ongoing education, support, and encouragement. Learn more here: 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.