The Intuitive Divorce: A Better Divorce for Moms

Out with the old and in with the new — divorce is like weeding and seeding — and consciously planting a new life garden

Join Kristen Noel, a certified divorce coach and creator of the Intuitive Divorce, in this empowering episode of the Intuitive Divorce podcast. Kristen acknowledges the emotional toll of divorce and encourages you to look beyond the pain and embrace the opportunity for transformation. She draws parallels between divorce and the process of planting seeds for a new life. With practical advice, she’ll help you envision and create a better future for yourself and your children. Listen in as she shares insights on emotional healing, the importance of self-care, and the steps to take control of your divorce journey and start planting the seeds for a vibrant and authentic new chapter in your life.

00:00 Introduction: Facing Divorce

00:59 Planting Seeds: A New Beginning

01:24 Divorcing Differently: A New Approach

01:41 The Long Game: Navigating Divorce

02:21 Spring Metaphor: Embracing Change

04:45 Courage and Self-Reflection

05:52 Creating Your Life Garden

06:22 Emotional Healing and Happy Endings

08:38 Final Thoughts and Support

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

If our thoughts become things...could we find a way to relate differently to our fear and write a happier ending?

In this episode, divorce coach Kristen Noel shares her personal and tumultuous journey through divorce. She discusses the fear, vulnerability, and self-destructive emotions that accompany divorce, and guides you to rewrite your story to achieve a happier ending. Lean into faith and visualize a better future for yourself and your children.

00:00 Introduction: Facing the Storm

00:49 The Power of Resilience

01:20 Welcome to the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:53 Rewriting Your Divorce Story

02:23 My Personal Journey

03:13 Embracing a New Perspective

04:10 Faith Over Fear

05:50 Imagining a Better Future

06:18 Practical Steps to Move Forward

07:43 Conclusion and Resources

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

There are big feelings, ups, downs and all arounds to be navigated in life (and especially divorce) — but the degree to which we suffer is optional.

In this episode, Kristen Noel, certified divorce coach and creator of the Best Self Intuitive Divorce program, discusses how suffering is optional even in the midst of divorce. She emphasizes the importance of nurturing yourself, getting support, and transforming your divorce experience by changing your approach to discomfort and adversity. She provides strategies to mitigate suffering and encourages you to identify patterns that lead to pain, redirect your suffering, and as a result, create better outcomes during divorce. Kristen also offers resources — a free divorce workshop and strategy call to support mothers navigating the difficult time of divorce.

00:00 Introduction: Suffering is Optional

01:04 Transforming the Divorce Experience

01:13 Welcome to the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:46 Navigating Adversity and Suffering

04:12 Changing Your Approach to Life

07:24 Practical Steps to Mitigate Suffering

08:38 Emotional Healing and Happy Endings

09:22 Resources for Divorcing Mothers

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

Divorce is a season of transition — and like a good spring cleaning, we can reassess what no longer fits in our closets and lives.

I love a good metaphor — and can’t resist drawing a parallel between seasonal closet cleaning and navigating the emotional landscape of divorce. I want to share some personal experiences and insights on how divorce can be a transformative opportunity to reassess life, break old patterns, and make conscious choices about what to keep and discard. I want you to view divorce not just as an end…but as a transition to a new chapter you are excited about, back in your power and trusting yourself. Listen in…

—Kristen Noel, Certified Divorce Coach and Founder of the Intuitive Divorce

00:00 Welcome to the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:10 Meet Kristen Noel: Your Guide Through Divorce

01:41 Spring Cleaning: A Metaphor for Divorce

04:10 The Emotional Closet: Dealing with Divorce

05:47 Taking Control: Empowerment in Divorce

07:33 Navigating Your Divorce: Steps and Support

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

Many women have a complicated relationship with money that goes beyond bank accounts — it’s a big trigger in divorce, but there’s more to the money story.

In this episode, divorce coach Kristen Noel explores the common struggle mothers face with finances during divorce and introduces the concept of 'divorcing differently'. She shares her personal story of financial devastation and recovery, underscoring the importance of emotional healing and the transformative power of support. Kristen encourages you to view investing in yourself as critical to achieving positive outcomes in divorce for both you and your children. She concludes with an inspiring message from a program graduate, reinforcing the value of expert guidance during such challenging times.

00:00 The Emotional and Financial Struggles of Divorce

01:02 Introducing the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:34 The Real Cost of Divorce and the Importance of Investing in Yourself

06:50 Transformation Stories: The Power of Support and Self-Investment

10:04 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Divorcing Mothers

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

There are lots of co-parenting choices to be made in divorce like cohabitating or nesting — it’s not always easy to know which is right for you.

In this episode, divorce coach Kristen Noel discusses the challenges divorcing parents face in making co-parenting decisions, with a focus on the concept of 'nesting'—an arrangement where parents take turns living in the family home to maintain stability for their children. She offers insights into the potential pitfalls of nesting, such as difficulties in cooperation and heightened emotions, while also highlighting its advantages as a stopgap solution in the early stages of a divorce. Kristen encourages you to trust your intuition, remain flexible in your decisions, and prioritize self-care throughout the process. The episode also mentions resources available to you, such as a free divorce workshop and personal strategy calls, to help you achieve the best experience and outcomes in your divorce. 

00:00 Introduction to Divorce Decisions and Co-Parenting Choices

00:49 Welcome to the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:20 Exploring the Concept of Nesting in Divorce

02:33 The Realities and Challenges of Nesting

04:08 Navigating Divorce with Intuition and Support

05:38 Empowering Mamas Through the Divorce Process

07:24 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Divorcing Mamas

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

During divorce it’s tempting to impose our opinions on our kids — but what they really need is space to process their own feelings

In this episode, divorce coach Kristen Noel guides you through the important topic of prioritizing your children's true needs during and after divorce. She underscores the negative impact of parents imposing their opinions on their kids or using material goods as a way to compensate for guilt or conflict. Through a compelling story shared by a mother, you’ll understand the importance of keeping children out of parental conflicts, maintaining a supportive and loving environment, and the value of joint gestures by both parents. Kristen also offers advice on how to support your kids in expressing love for both parents, despite the divorce, and encourages fostering a cooperative co-parenting relationship (difficult as that may feel at the moment!). She concludes with resources for mothers facing divorce, including a free divorce workshop and a strategy call, to equip you with the knowledge and support needed to navigate divorce constructively.

00:00 Navigating Divorce with Kids: The Do's and Don'ts

01:21 Introducing the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:54 Real Stories, Real Lessons: What Kids Truly Need

02:42 The Heart of the Matter: Keeping Kids Out of Conflict

04:20 Celebrating the Other Parent: A Path to Healing

06:05 The Power of Joint Gifts: A Vision for the Future

07:38 Your Next Steps: Resources and Support

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

In this episode, divorce coach Kristen Noel discusses the importance of speaking from the heart during the tumultuous process of divorce, especially for mothers. She emphasizes how opening up and expressing one's true feelings can not only facilitate healing but also transform the outcome of the divorce for the better. Through anecdotes and personal stories, Kristen illustrates the power of vulnerability and honest communication in altering the dynamics of divorce negotiations and co-parenting. She offers insights into navigating emotional upheavals, advocating for a compassionate approach towards oneself and one's spouse. Kristen also shares resources available through her program to help mothers facing divorce find support and empowerment.

00:00 Opening: The Power of Speaking from the Heart

00:40 Welcome to the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:13 The Essence of Speaking from the Heart in Divorce

02:43 Navigating Emotional Turbulence and Healing

03:54 Real-Life Stories: The Impact of Heartfelt Communication

06:51 The Transformative Potential of Kind Gestures

09:34 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Navigating Divorce

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

In this episode divorce coach Kristen Noel challenges the stigma surrounding divorce and encourages mothers to prioritize their health, happiness, and well-being. Kristen emphasizes that pursuing a divorce does not make you a bad person. She discusses the importance of paying attention to your intuition and needs, rather than staying in unfulfilling or unhealthy relationships for the sake of others' expectations or societal norms. The episode encourages listeners to take accountability for their lives, consider the impact of staying in negative situations on themselves and their children, and view divorce as an opportunity for growth and healing. Kristen also offers support and resources for mothers navigating the complexities of divorce, including a free workshop and strategy call to help you take control of your divorce process.

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00:00 Opening Thoughts: Embracing Your Feelings and Needs

00:43 Introducing the Intuitive Divorce Podcast

01:16 Exploring the Stigma Around Divorce

03:01 Empowerment Through Divorce: A New Perspective

03:42 The Impact of Staying in Unhappy Marriages

04:56 Envisioning a Life of Freedom and Healing

06:00 Taking Action: Facing Fears and Making Decisions

06:30 Closing Remarks and Resources for Support

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL

The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com

It would be wonderful if we could schedule our healing process like we do other appointments — but it unfolds in its own divine timing.

In this conversation, divorce coach Kristen Noel emphasizes the significance of embracing emotions, self-reflection, and seeking support during the challenging process of divorce. She highlights the importance of allowing yourself to feel deeply, understanding personal contributions to the situation, and the transformative nature of the healing process amidst the complexities of divorce.

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If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help:

FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP

BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL