In this episode, Sherry interviews family law attorney Lindsey Easterling.  Lindsey has been awarded with many accomplishments including being ranked in the Top 40 Under 40 in National Trial Lawyers as well as being voted in the Top 10 for Best Client  Satisfaction in 2017 by the American Institute of Family Lw Attorneys.  Not only is Lindsey an attorney but she also has a blended family of her own.  In this interview, Lindsey shares pitfalls that she sees clients make as well as providing tips for how to prepare for the legal process of divorce.  She also shares some best practices for co-parenting. This episode is chock-full of helpful tips!

In this episode, Sherry chats with Jeff Newton.  Jeff shares his father's story of his incredible transition from being in such a dark place post-divorce that he was near suicide to finding his faith and building a happy, healthy, spiritual life for himself in his second marriage. Jeff  talks about how this had an impact in own life and the lives of his children. Be sure you listen for the surprising twist in his story! Be prepared to be amazed and inspired. Grab your box of tissues and start listening.

Jeff lives in Indian Trail North Carolina, just outside of Charlotte and is a native Charlottean. He has been married to his wife, Shelley Newton, for 36 years and they have three children - Haley 33, Brandon 31, Emily 26. Emily has special needs and Shelley is her primary caregiver.

Jeff is a custom home builder - Owner of Newton Custom Homes & Realty https://newtonchr.com. Newton Custom Homes & Realty is the builder of the Charlotte area St. Jude Dream Home since 2015 and is currently finishing their 7th home for St. Jude. Dream Home is a fundraiser for St. Jude's Children’s Research Hospital and their homes have raised over $10 million in 7 years. 

Jeff enjoys sports, particularly football and golf, and he loves spending time with his kids and grandkids.

In this episode, the first episode of Season 2,  Sherry interviews Christine Suhan.  Christine brings her real, down-to-earth, authentic self while sharing her inspiring story of recovering from her divorce from a mentally ill spouse.  Christine also shares how her 12-years of recovery from addiction played a role in her divorce recovery process. Christine discusses how she manages to incorporate self-care while also managing full custody of her three children.  Sherry and Christine share with the listener insight into the brain's functioning when experiencing trauma and how to integrate traumatized parts of the brain for more healthy whole brain functioning.

Christine  is a single mom to three incredible boys and works as a clinical therapist for a fully virtual treatment center that specializes in treating Opioid use disorders, eating disorders and other mental illnesses that interfere with daily functioning. Her graduate degree is in marriage and family therapy and her passion lies in working with recovering addicts, PTSD and trauma.

Noam Raucher is a coach of many colors. Noam is a divorce coach and offers men and dads, who are going through the haze of divorce and feel abandoned, a holistic: mind, body, and soul approach for going through major transitions in their lives with a teammate, confidence, and strategy.  In addition to that, Noam works with men individually and in small groups to build a life full of integrity, accountability, and emotional intelligence free of shame or judgement. Noam is also an ordained rabbi and trained educator and offers spiritual coaching to all who are seeking it. Whether that be through personal challenges, relationship struggles with family or intimate partners, and parenting. Noam has training in grief counseling, pastoral care, and process and emotional support group facilitation. Noam is a proud father, avid hiker, and is learning how to moonwalk without falling on his face.

In this final episode of season 1, Noam and Sherry discuss healthy masculinity, and how men can overcome the need to fit into certain boxes in society. Noam describes the importance of a supportive group when it comes to taking responsibility for yourself and envisioning a future in which you learn from your divorce process. In particular, Noam shares his advice for people experiencing divorce within the Jewish community and how to grieve the loss of a marriage much like you would grieve a death.

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Kate Reuter is a certified coach for entrepreneurial moms. She is the host of the Passion-Minded Mom Podcast, and the creator of Your Epic MomLife(TM), which is a signature framework she designed to help business-driven moms double their productivity and their bottom line, working just 25 hours a week, hustle not included. Kate is a former marketing strategist, a cancer survivor, and a single mom to two daughters. She is certified by The Life Coach School.

In this episode, Kate and Sherry discuss the importance of being brutally honest with yourself before, during, and after a divorce. Divorce is a major life transition, and it can be a catalyst for growth if you are open to it. Kate shares how she worked through her cancer diagnosis, divorce, and career change in quick succession. This is an important conversation about taking responsibility for your own happiness.

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Salim Uqdah is a Certified Mediator, Certified Divorce Coach, Collaborative Neutral, FINRA Securities Arbitrator, and the owner of Uroboros Mediations. Salim specializes in family mediation for the LGBTQ+ community. His previous experience at the Mecklenburg Courthouse, paralegal education, and exposure to various areas of disputes are combined to craft the best compromises for families. Salim focuses on his clients’ humanity to foster practicality.

In this episode, Salim and Sherry dig into divorce and mediation within the LGBTQ+ community. Salim shares the different perspectives on family, the gender binary, and power that he takes into account when working with his clients. This is an important discussion about the impact of intersectionality on equity, egalitarian conversations, and the assignment of value in relationships that fall outside of the heteronormative expectations.

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Erin Stephenson, from Massachusetts, is currently a certified Health Coach and Fitness Professional teaching classes from meditation/yoga to cycle and weight lifting. Erin is a former Early Childhood Director/Owner of two Early Childhood Education programs. She has continued working actively as a consultant to both schools, and recently provided a program for elementary age children teaching the world of yoga, to help help anxiety in young children. As a certified health coach, she helps many individuals reach their health and fitness goals. She believes “healthy” is a lifestyle!
 
Erin is a mother and stepmom to 6 children. She is happily married to a wonderful husband. Her inspiration is to inspire others to live a happy and healthy life!

In this episode, Sherry and Erin discuss the divorce process from separation, to reconciliation, to divorce. They share their advice on healing, prioritizing your own health and well-being, and getting back into the dating scene with clarity about what you want in a partner.

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Dr. Tara Egan is a child and adolescent therapist, a parent coach, an author, and the host of a parenting podcast called "One Day You'll Thank Me," which is just beginning its third season. She is the owner of a private practice called Charlotte Parent Coaching, located in Charlotte, NC.  She also offers online resources, bi-monthly free parenting webinars, and public speaking services to parents and educators.

In this episode, Sherry and Dr. Egan advise on co-parenting with an ex-spouse. Difficult in the best of circumstances, co-parenting can seem overwhelming or even impossible in the case of a high conflict divorce.  Dr. Egan provides tips to encourage both parents to prioritize the best interests of the children so they can grow to become productive, emotionally regulated, and happy people.  With the right tools, your high conflict divorce can become a more calm and friendly co-parenting relationship.

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Brent Johnson was married for eight years and is the father o two young boys (currently 6 and 8).  His difficulties in divorce were compounded by unresolved feelings of inadequacy, fear, and self-acceptance from childhood and early adulthood.

Through reconnecting with his family, faith, friends, and boxing a heavy bag, he was able to work through these issues to become a whole, happy person.

Sherry and Brent discuss the long-lasting impacts of internalizing other people's expectations and plans for your life. He also shares his tips for coping with divorce, being a more present parent, and learning how to get in touch with what you truly want and need as a person as a recovering people-pleaser.

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Faith Dulin is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. She focuses on personal empowerment through self-love and setting boundaries. Outside the office, she enjoys dominating at game night and riding her motorcycle.

Sherry and Faith discuss the importance of setting boundaries in your personal relationships, as well as what can happen if your boundaries become blended with significant others in your life. Faith shares tips on how to prioritize being kind to yourself, and encourages connecting with and loving yourself before seeking validation from others.

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