The D Shift

Welcome back to The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond, where we tackle the real-life challenges that come with major transitions. Today, we're focusing on one issue that everyone faces, and that is your finances. Whether you’re going through a divorce, juggling single parenthood, or just want to rethink your relationship with money, this episode is full of guidance and support.

Host Mardi Winder welcomes Micah Roberts, CEO and Chief Empowerment Officer of Empowering Financial Coaching, LLC. Drawing from her own experiences of navigating messy divorces and financial resets with her husband, Micah Roberts has made it her mission to create a safe, shame-free space for people to work through the emotional and practical aspects of money management.

Listen in as Micah discusses how emotions, family expectations, and societal pressures often complicate our financial decisions. She shares her step-by-step approach for aligning budgets with personal values, tuning out the noise, and learning to spend money intentionally and without guilt. You'll also hear about building supportive communities, where vulnerability is honored and asking for help is encouraged.

This episode goes beyond dollars and cents. It’s about giving yourself permission to spend mindfully, reframing what budgeting means, and adjusting plans as life happens, whether you’re managing tight finances, dealing with unexpected costs, or learning to navigate newfound financial freedom. Join us for practical strategies, honest reflections, and empowering advice to help you redefine success and take charge of your financial future after divorce and beyond.

About the Guest:

Micah Roberts serves as the Chief Empowerment Officer (CEO) of Empowering Financial Coaching, LLC, bringing a wealth of experience from her background in education, ministry, and coaching. Inspired by her own financial challenges and triumphs—and the support that made a difference—Micah co-founded Empowering Financial Coaching alongside her partner, Charles Roberts. Together, they are dedicated to serving as accountability partners and cheerleaders for their clients. Their coaching program is designed to help individuals and families discover personalized strategies to achieve financial empowerment and lasting success.

For Micah’s gift: promo.empoweringfinancialcoaching.com/financial-shame-detox

To connect with Micah:

Website: empoweringfinancialcoaching.com

Instagram: @empoweringfinancialcoaching

Facebook: empoweringfinancialcoaching

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Today, Mardi Winder sits down with wellness practitioner Olya Piccirillo for an eye-opening conversation about healing from trauma and embracing true well-being after complex life changes, such as divorce.

Drawing from her personal experiences with chronic illness, profound loss, and her own healing journey, Olya reveals how unresolved emotional wounds, sometimes stretching back to childhood or rooted in family and ancestral patterns, can quietly impact not only mental health but physical health, weight, relationships, and the way we navigate life. She explains why so many of us in Western cultures reach for quick fixes, like medication, to cope with pain, and how those solutions often overlook the deeper mind-body connection that is crucial for genuine recovery.

Throughout the episode, Mardi and Olya discuss common patterns that show up in moments of stress or trauma, from self-sabotage and unhealthy relationships to emotional eating and low self-worth, and why recognizing these habits is the first step toward positive change. Olya Piccirillo shares practical strategies for tapping into self-compassion, reframing old stories, and moving beyond the “scarred, not broken” mindset that keeps so many people stuck.

You will discover the powerful links between trauma, everyday choices, and physical well-being, and why addressing emotional blocks can unlock lasting transformation. As a special offering, Olya Piccirillo provides access to her emotional detox assessment, designed to help you identify wounds that may need healing and guide you toward becoming your best self.

About the Guest:

Olya Piccirillo is Wellness Practitioner who helps people release the emotional and energetic blocks that impact their health, weight, and well-being. Her work explores the deep mind-body connection and how unresolved trauma—including ancestral and spiritual influences—can silently shape our health and life choices. Olya empowers women to heal the past so they can transform their future.

For Olya’s gift, The Emotional Detox Checklist: https://emotionaldetox.bio-matrix.net/checklist

To connect with Olya:

Central link site for Olya: https://olya360.com

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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This episode will focus on the personal transformations and empowering journeys that come after some of life’s biggest transitions. Today, host Mardi Winder is joined by the insightful Joann Malanga, a soul integration coach with a rich background in healthcare and expertise in a wide range of healing modalities.

In this deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation, Joann shares how her own path, from feeling numb and unfulfilled in a high-stress healthcare career to battling depression and chronic illness, ultimately led her to a vibrant new chapter focused on holistic wellness and spiritual growth. Through stories from her own life and her work with clients, Joann shares the concept of “thresholds”, those difficult but transformative moments that demand growth and self-reflection, such as divorce, moving, or major life changes.

You’ll hear her thoughts on how traditional approaches to healing, like talk therapy, can sometimes keep us stuck in old stories, and why modalities like energy clearing, hypnotherapy, and meditation can create real breakthrough by helping us connect with our intuition and release generational patterns. Mardi and Joann also discuss how to cultivate inner peace, especially through challenging seasons like the holidays, and why learning to trust yourself is the most powerful tool for moving forward.

With practical advice and a compassionate perspective, this episode is for anyone seeking to break free from old patterns, find support through life’s transitions, and step boldly into a more joyful, authentic life. Whether you’re navigating divorce, healing from trauma, or simply seeking inspiration to make a change, you’ll find wisdom and encouragement in this uplifting conversation.

About the Guest:

Joann Malanga, Soul Integration Coach, Universal Rays Practitioner- RTT Hypnotherapist-Shamanic Practitioner- Shadow Integration Specialist, Reiki, IET, and Supports energy clearings/extractions and land clearings. She has multiple certifications as well, Reiki Mastery, Student of the Universal Path of Light, Love and Mystery School Under In’Easa Mabu Ishtar, Teacher and Guide as well as a Teacher of the Shadow Box Project teaching many to do their shadow work. Joann helps people remove subconscious blocks so they can be empowered and move out of trauma and addiction consciousness.

Joann is a medical intuitive and supports the ASCENSION process of humanity, while supporting the shift in identity through life transitions. Where her career stopped in the Modern Healthcare spectrum, her mission now is to awaken many more fellow humans and help them be empowered in their powers and loosen the grip of being controlled by the old life stories. She is taking COOs, Executives, high-level Directors and humanity to a whole new upgrade of integrating spirituality, and business…creating the whole integrated spiritual being walking in the now. Joann Malanga holds the capability of understanding life challenges, transition, integration of shadow and the expectations that life places on us.

She takes conscious living to the next level. With her keen self-awareness, strong intuition, and servant leadership skills, she can relate on profound levels with all people, at any age, and every religion and every ethnic background. Her ancient wisdom of healing can uproot many traumas that we suppress from childhood all too often causing physical /mental manifestation of pain. She shows you ways to unfold into your everyday life, as opposed to resisting it. She carries the energy to support you to move your consciousness to the next level as she has.

For Joann’s gift: www.theintegrativeconsciousvibe.com

To connect with Joann:

Website: www.theintegrativeconsciousvibe.com

Instagram: joannmalanga3

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joannmalanga

Facebook-The Integrative Conscious Vibe

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Welcome to the holiday kickoff episode of The D Shift: Redefining Divorce and Beyond! This week, your host Mardi Winder is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and empowerment coach Cheryl L. Wright for an honest conversation about one of the most overlooked but stressful times of the year for those navigating divorce or recovering from toxic relationships: the holiday season.

Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming narcissistic abuse, Cheryl sheds light on why the holidays can bring out the worst in narcissists and other toxic personalities. Together they explore the dynamics that make this time of year particularly challenging—whether it’s co-parenting with a difficult ex, attending family gatherings where emotional traps are set, or simply feeling isolated while everyone else appears joyful.

In this episode, you’ll learn to recognize the subtle red flags of manipulation and chaos that often flare up around holiday traditions and family events. Cheryl introduces her practical three-step approach, recognize, retreat, and resolve, to help listeners identify toxic patterns, set healthy boundaries, and intentionally create their own pockets of peace and joy, no matter the circumstances. They also discuss the power of volunteering and giving back as a way to reclaim your sense of purpose and community during this potentially triggering season.

Whether you’re newly divorced, dealing with ongoing toxicity, or simply seeking strategies to navigate the holidays with more strength and clarity, this episode is packed with compassionate guidance and actionable tips to help you through the holidays.

Getrude’s final message resonates: never regret your past, but use those experiences as stepping stones to growth and transformation.

About the Guest:

Cheryl L. Wright is a bestselling author, speaker, and empowerment coach who helps others recognize narcissistic abuse, break free from toxic relationships, and reclaim their identity. Through her book Swimming with Alligators and personal story of transformation, she inspires others to pivot from pain to purpose and choose healing, strength, and self-worth. She lives in Arizona with her partner and two daughters.

To connect with Cheryl:

Website: https://swimmingwithalligators.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swimmingwithalligators

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swimming_with_alligators/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clwright/

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Today, Mardi Winder welcomes Getrude Matshe, a truly remarkable guest whose story radiates resilience, empowerment, and the healing power of sharing. As an international speaker, author, three-time TEDx presenter, and founder of the Her Story Circle movement, Getrude has impacted hundreds of thousands of women worldwide, helping them find strength and community after major life challenges.

Getrude candidly discusses her experiences growing up in Zimbabwe, building a life in New Zealand, and twice facing the pain of divorce, including the emotional fallout and health struggles that followed. It was through this turmoil that she found the spark for Her Story Circle, a safe, supportive space for women to share the stories that shape them. She recounts how a simple Facebook post about starting over at fifty resonated with thousands of women globally, revealing the common challenges of isolation, loss, and the need for healing after a major life change.

Together, Mardi and Getrude explore the benefits of storytelling—not just as a tool for personal catharsis but as a lifeline for others navigating similar paths. They discuss important topics like the mental and physical health impacts of divorce, the challenges of rediscovering love, and the lessons learned from missteps in relationships. Getrude inspires listeners with her journey to international thought leadership, including how her TEDx talks and her unique approach to building community led to opportunities to lecture around the world and empower others to find their voices.

Getrude’s final message resonates: never regret your past, but use those experiences as stepping stones to growth and transformation.

About the Guest:

Getrude Matshe is an international speaker, celebrated author, and three-time TEDx speaker known for her radiant presence and inspiring mission to uplift others. A Rooney International Scholar and Philanthropy Consultant, she helps individuals discover their life purpose and unleash their full potential. She is the founder and Global Curator of the HerStory Circle and DiversityConnector Podcast, platforms dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices.

With a background in IT and entrepreneurship, Getrude has launched successful ventures in medical recruitment, real estate, tourism, talent, and film—providing ethnic extras for films like King Kong and Avatar. As a “book writing midwife,” she mentors aspiring authors to share their stories with the world. She has spoken at the United Nations and on global stages, weaving wisdom as storyteller, poet, filmmaker, and cultural ambassador. A proud mother of three and grandmother, Getrude is deeply committed to women’s empowerment and generational legacy.

For Getrude’s gift: 🎤 TEDx Idea Analysis Quiz https://forms.gle/vqKS7Yf6ptwu99pj6

To connect with Getrude :

Website: www.HerStoryCircle.com

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/getrude-matshe-1a65a614/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HerStoryCircleTV

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Let’s talk about building our personal success! Today, Mardi Winder gets real about something we all deal with, and that is our habits. You know, those little routines that can either make our lives easier or trip us up, especially when we’re going through big changes like a divorce.

Mardi chats with Ronnie Loaiza, life coach, personal trainer, journalist, and honestly, just an all-around inspiring person. Ronnie shares her own story of how she turned her health around and discovered the power of habits in every area of life.

Together, they break down simple ways to ditch old habits that don’t serve you, build new ones that actually stick, and why tiny changes make the biggest difference. From self-care to money mindset, there’s something here for everyone, whether you’re divorced, thinking about it, or just want to create some positive changes.

Mardi and Ronnie take a dive deep into why habits are so hard to change, how our brains are wired to resist anything new (even if the old ways aren’t serving us), and the secret to building habits that truly stick—hint: it’s all about starting small and making it realistic for your own life. They cover everything from that classic “New Year’s resolution” gym rush (and why it fizzles out) to the ways scrolling on your phone or careless spending can become invisible routines that eat up time and energy.

You’ll definitely pick up practical tips, maybe a few laughs, and feel empowered to make your own shifts. Plus, Ronnie’s got a special freebie for listeners and shares how you can reach out to her if you want more support. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s get started!

About the Guest:

Ronnie Lo Life Coach (Ronnie Loaiza) – Habits & Celebrative Accountability. Master Certified Professional Coach with a Holistic - Mind/Body/Psyche Connection. Ronnie helps people create natural thus lasting habits – in eating, exercise, self-care, daily work, finances and productivity. Ronnie focuses on a science-backed habit-building process, with easy actions that form into habits that don’t rely on tough discipline, forced motivation, or bouts of willpower! – all of which leave you with the Big-B burnout. Ronnie also works with people’s 'Habitual" or Default way of thinking – You change your thought, and you change your behavior!

This is true for how you behave or react to situations at work, socially, at home, and when alone. Along with coaching, Ronnie loves dancing, movies, strength-training (herself and others) and traveling. Learn more about Ronnie in 'About' at www.ronnielolifecoach.com Also see her method of tailored coaching and how you can form habits that change your life! Certified Professional Life Coach (ICF Accredited) Certified Personal Trainer with Accreditation in Corrective Exercise, Behavior Change, Senior Fitness, Women’s Fitness, Mental Toughness, and Nutrition.

For Ronnie’s gift: PowerHabitClaritySession Gift

To connect with Ronnie :

Calendar: https://calendly.com/ronnielolifecoach/zoom-or-phone-analysis

Website: www.ronnielolifecoach.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnielolifecoach/

Substack: https://substack.com/@ronnieloaiza

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronnielolifecoach/

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Hey everyone, welcome back to The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond! In this episode, Mardi Winder is joined by her friend and returning guest, Dr. Alana Sharps—a trauma specialist, high-conflict divorce expert, and now, the author of a brand new book that just dropped today!

You’ll hear Dr. Alana Sharps open up about her personal journey out of a toxic marriage and how journaling led her to write her first book, "Was It My Fault?" That honesty opens the door for so many folks to feel less alone in their own struggles. The conversation covers everything from breaking free of abuse (not just physical, but emotional, verbal, and so much more) to what happens after you finally leave—and how to start picking up the pieces.

If you’re dealing with divorce, co-parenting challenges, or trying to understand high-conflict situations, you’ll get loads of practical tips—from self-care and healing practices to setting boundaries and recognizing signs of distress in your kids. Alana shares why it’s so crucial to create a safe, loving space for yourself and your children—even when you can’t control what happens at the other parent’s house.

Whether you’ve been through it yourself or you’re supporting someone else, this episode is packed with insight, validation, and a whole lot of heart. Don’t forget to check out Dr. Alana Sharps’s new book Unbroken Ground (available on Amazon at https://a.co/d/7zoa5z7)for more guidance, and stick around for a really honest, thoughtful chat about redefining your life after divorce.

About the Guest:

Dr. Alana Sharps, founder of SurThrive Tribe, is a 2x International Best-Selling Author, Trauma Specialist, and Certified High-Conflict Divorce Consultant. Her expertise is rooted not only in professional credentials but also in profound personal triumph. Having navigated the complexities of a toxic marriage marked by domestic abuse, Alana emerged as a committed advocate for those facing similar trials. Her transformative journey from victim to empowered survivor fuels her dedication to guiding others through the challenging landscape of domestic strife. As an educator in domestic abuse and trauma healing, Alana brings the same passion from her advocacy into her coaching. She connects the dots between psychology, human behavior, and personal experience, offering a unique and insightful perspective. This approach, combined with her unwavering commitment, creates an enriching and supportive environment where her clients can heal and grow.

For Dr. Alana’s gift: https://www.surthrivetribe.com/free-guide

To connect with Alana:

https://bio.site/alanasharps

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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In this episode of The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond, host Mardi Winder-Adams is joined by expert Dr. Pamela J. Pine for a frank and sobering discussion on the lasting impact of family conflict and abuse on children. Drawing on Dr. Pamela J. Pine’s decades of work in preventing and mitigating child sexual abuse and addressing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the conversation centers on how trauma in the home—whether high, moderate, or even low levels of conflict—can shape a child’s development, mental health, and future wellbeing.

The episode challenges misconceptions around domestic violence and explores the strong correlation between abuse in the home and lifelong consequences, including neurological damage, chronic health issues, and cycles of addiction. Mardi Winder-Adams and Dr. Pamela J. Pine underscore the importance of community awareness, intervention, and support, emphasizing that silence and secrecy can exacerbate harm.

This episode offers not just statistics and facts, but critical guidance for parents and caregivers facing these difficult situations. It provides straightforward language for supporting children, highlights the dangers of staying “for the kids,” and urges listeners to recognize that being proactive and informed can break the cycle of trauma. For anyone seeking to understand, help, or heal, this conversation is both an urgent warning and a compassionate resource.

About the Guest:

Pamela J. Pine, PhD, MPH has been an international health, development, and communication professional throughout her adult life, supporting the lives of poor and otherwise underserved groups, with a two-decade specialty on preventing and mitigating child sexual abuse (CSA) and other adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). She is the Founder/Director of Stop the Silence® - A Department of the Institute on Violence, Abuse and Trauma (IVAT). She is also a professor, best-selling and award-winning author, and a multimedia artist, which she uses in her work to open hearts and minds.

To connect with Dr. Pine:

Website: https://www.ivatcenters.org/stop-the-silence,

Website: https://www.drpamelajpine.com,

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stopcsa,

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrPamelaJPine2/,

Email: [email protected]

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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In this powerful episode, host Mardi Winder sits down with speaker, author, and certified somatic trauma-informed coach Darla Ridilla to explore the complex intersection of divorce, toxic relationships, and the journey to self-love and truly finding yourself again after divorce and breakups.

Together, they delve into the real-life challenges high-achieving women face when divorcing narcissistic or high-conflict partners, especially when balancing a professional persona while feeling emotionally exhausted at home. Darla Ridilla shares her own story of her divorces, including her experience with a narcissistic partner, and provides invaluable insight into the process of recognizing abuse, breaking trauma bonds, and rebuilding one's sense of self.

From practical tips on reclaiming independence, like taking yourself out on solo adventures and date nights, to the importance of having grace with yourself during the healing journey, this episode is packed with supportive advice for anyone navigating the aftermath of a toxic relationship. Whether you're questioning your situation, seeking new ways to reconnect with your true self, or simply looking for hope and community, this episode offers empathy, resources, and encouragement to help you thrive on the other side of divorce.

About the Guest:

Darla Ridilla is a certified somatic trauma-informed coach, self love mentor, and relationship expert who helps high-achieving women stop settling in love and start leading in life. As a former executive assistant turned trauma expert, Darla understands what it’s like to appear successful while silently navigating toxic relationship patterns and emotional exhaustion. Her own healing from narcissistic abuse ignited a mission to guide women in breaking free from codependency, regulating their nervous systems, and finally feeling empowered in their relationships. As a speaker, published author and podcast host, she draws on deep somatic wisdom and personal transformation. Darla helps her clients reclaim their worth, set powerful boundaries, and build relationships that align with the strong, capable women they truly are.

For Darla’s gift “Reclaiming You Free Guide”: https://www.highvaluewoman.info/reclaiming-you-guide

To connect with Darla:

Website: https://www.highvaluewoman.info

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550835718631

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highvaluewoman7/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HighValueWoman-m7w

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/highvaluewoman7/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darla-ridilla-3179b110/

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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Hey there, and welcome back to The D Shift: Redefining Divorce And Beyond! In this episode, your host Mardi Winder sits down with Charles Jamieson, a seasoned attorney who's spent over 40 years navigating the ups and downs of family and marital law. Based in West Palm Beach, Charles Jamieson isn't only an expert in high-conflict divorce but also specializes in helping individuals protect themselves and their futures through prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

If you think prenups are only for the rich and famous, think again! Mardi and Charlie are here to set the record straight, explaining how modern prenups can be practical, thoughtful, and even empowering for couples at every stage. Charlie gets real about why these agreements matter, especially for second marriages (spoiler alert: divorce rates are higher the second time around), and how tough money conversations upfront can save you years of headaches and a whole lot of cash down the road.

Together, they dive into some of the most frequently asked questions, like whether prenups can cover things like child custody, what happens if a big inheritance or lottery win comes along, and what you actually need to bring to your attorney to get the process started. They also explore postnups, why some couples choose them after marriage, and how both types of agreements can fit into bigger conversations around aging, illness, or blending families.

About the Guest:

Charles D. Jamieson is the founder and driving force behind The Law Firm of Charles D. Jamieson, P.A., with over 40 years of experience in marital and family law. Beginning his legal career in Maine, he has become a trusted advisor to clients across more than 20 states. Board Certified in Marital and Family Law, Charles is widely recognized for his expertise in high-conflict divorce, parental rights, and child custody matters. A Dartmouth graduate with high honors and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Maine School of Law, he co-chaired the Moot Court Board and competed nationally and internationally. Throughout his career, Charles has championed families, often working alongside mental health, financial, and medical professionals to support his clients’ best interests. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, he remains a respected figure in the legal community and continues to be a passionate advocate for justice, equity, and compassionate representation.

To connect with Charlie:

Website:www.cjamiesonlaw.com

IG: @Charlesjamiesonlaw

FB: https://www.facebook.com/DivorceWPB/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjamiesonlaw/

About the Host:

Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.

Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".

Connect with Mardi on Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4women

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