🎙 Episode Description
Being suddenly single can feel like emotional whiplash — and money is often the first place the stress shows up
In this episode of Real Money, Real Life™, Linda Grizely sits down with Sara Zuckerman, a Certified Financial Planner® and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, to talk about financial planning for women who find themselves suddenly single — whether through divorce, widowhood, a major life transition, or by choice.
Sara shares what she sees most often when women are thrust into financial independence, why organization and clarity matter before big decisions are made, and how understanding cash flow, accounts, and priorities can turn fear into calm. They also discuss the emotional side of becoming financially independent, common mindset blocks women face, and why comparison and shame often keep women stuck longer than the numbers ever do.
This conversation is a grounded, practical resource for women who feel overwhelmed, behind, or unsure where to start — and a reminder that becoming independent is not a setback, but a fresh start.
💡 We Talk About
- Financial planning challenges women face after divorce or widowhood
- Why understanding cash flow is the first critical step
- The emotional side of becoming financially independent
- Common mindset blocks like shame, fear, and comparison
- Why big financial decisions don't need to happen immediately
- How clarity and organization can reduce overwhelm
👤 About Sara Zuckerman
Sara Zuckerman is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP) and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA) dedicated to helping women navigate the financial complexities of life transitions, particularly during and after divorce or widowhood. As the Founder and Lead Planner at Reset Financial Planning, Sara offers a unique approach tailored to the needs of women who find themselves suddenly single in mid-life. Her mission is to help her clients align their financial resources with their values, guiding them to confidently plan for the next chapter of their lives.
In addition to her professional credentials, Sara holds an MBA from New York University's Stern School of Business and a BS in Business from the University of Colorado. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, engaging in various activities such as cooking, hiking, skiing, and reading.
🔗 Connect with Sara
- Website: https://www.resetfinancialplanning.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/resetfinancialplanning
- LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-zuckerman/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneysavvysara
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resetfinancialplanning
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@resetfinancialplanning
👤 About Linda Grizely
Linda Grizely, CFP®, is a personal finance expert and financial wellness speaker who helps people build confidence and clarity with their money. She is the creator of the MeMoney™ Method, a mindset-first approach that helps people feel more in control of their financial decisions — without judgment or lecture. Linda focuses on blending the numbers (real money) and tactics with the human side of money (real life), helping individuals and organizations replace overwhelm with empowerment through practical, emotionally grounded financial education. She is the host of the podcast Real Money, Real Life™.
🔗 Connect with Linda
- Website: https://www.LindaGriz.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindagrizely
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelindagrizely
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-grizely
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindaGrizely
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lindagrizely
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/LindaGrizely
🤝 Resources / Freebies
- What's Your Money Personality Quiz: https://bit.ly/MonPersQuiz
- What's Holding You Back from Financial Confidence Quiz: https://bit.ly/FinConfidQuiz
- Join Linda's Free Community: A space for real talk, fresh starts, and women who are done putting themselves last. https://bit.ly/RealMoneyRealLifeCommunity
- Useful Personal Finance Checklists and Flowcharts: www.lindagriz.com/resources
- Sara's Divorce Planning Checklist: https://hubspot.resetfp.com/divorce
Important Disclosures:
Real Money, Real Life™ is hosted and produced by Linda Grizely Ventures, LLC.
Linda Grizely, CFP®, is an Investment Adviser Representative of Nectarine, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Linda Grizely Ventures, LLC is separate from and unaffiliated with Nectarine.
The views expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Linda Grizely, Linda Grizely Ventures, LLC, or Nectarine. Guests on the podcast may express opinions or discuss financial strategies that are their own and should not be considered recommendations or personalized financial advice.
This podcast is provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities or financial products.
Listeners should consult their own financial, legal, or tax professionals regarding their specific situation.
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