The Moving On Pod

While divorce can flip the world that we know it upside down, it can also completely change your perspective on life and give you a second chance. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the incredible Nikki Spoelstra. In this episode Nikki opens up and get vulnerable sharing her personal divorce story while also sharing the light at the end of the tunnel. Michelle and Nikki get real and honest as they cover:

Nikki Spoelstra is the host of The Know with Nikki Spo - a globally top ranked podcast which highlights the stories of individuals who are finding and celebrating their deepest sense of inner knowing in a space where it’s not about knowing everything, but about coming to know ourselves.

Covering topics that range from motherhood and business to wellness and self-care, The Know with Nikki Spo has been nominated for the People’s Choice Podcast Award and two coveted Gracie Awards, which honor exceptional women in podcasting and journalism.

Nikki is a former inner-city middle school educator, a former Teacher of the Year, a former championship-winning dance team coach, and a former NBA Miami HEAT Dancer.  

Nikki holds a Bachelors Degree in Art History from Florida International University and has dedicated much of her career to creative direction in the art industry.

A dedicated philanthropist, Nikki has raised awareness and vast resources for causes in South Florida, and has held esteemed positions on the board of the Miami HEAT Charitable Fund as well as the FIU Alumni Association Board of Directors. 

Currently, Nikki is a sober, single mom of three who has overcome tough life experience with ferocity and grace, and is a compelling speaker of truths.

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Divorce is not "one size fits all" and what works for one family may not work for another. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by holistic divorce attorney Morgan Foster who is a divorced mother herself and can provide her clients with empathy and understanding during the divorce process. Michelle and Morgan will dig deep into

Former partner at McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker, LLC and the head of the firm's family law practice, Morgan’s work concentrates on a variety of familial legal matters, including divorce, alimony, custody, visitation, child support, and division of property. She is also the creator of the blog Divorcing Gracefully, which is designed to offer practical, informal, and accessible information about a number of challenging and complex family law topics. Having experienced divorce herself, Morgan has established a holistic divorce educational service called The Pivot Process. 

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When going through divorce you often focus on what to do with the house and how to put together a child-centered parenting plan....but what about the ring? Do you sell it? Keep it? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Kendall Vanamburg of Worthy to help listeners decide what the heck to do with their ring after divorce. In this episode Michelle and Kendall will cover:

Kendall Vanamburg is a Marketing Generalist at Worthy.com, where he has been a dedicated team member for nearly 6 years. Throughout his tenure, Kendall has taken on multiple roles, including Auction Manager, where he worked closely with clients on a daily basis. He takes pride in supporting the divorced community and being a helpful resource for individuals during their most challenging times.

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After divorce, you may look forward to finding that new partner who gives you what you need. When starting a new relationship, how do you even think of blending your family with the potential family of a new partner? This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Ashley Presti, who is well versed in all things blended families. Ashley shares her incredible knowledge in blending families and the two of them will cover:

Hi, I’m Ashley! I’m a mom to my incredible daughter Emry and a bonus mama to two wildly loving twin boys. Our extended blended family includes bonus siblings and our coparents. Raised in the Midwest in a blended home, I’ve navigated divorce, coparenting, dating as a single mom, and blending three pre-teens (and a dog). These experiences ignited my passion for helping other families find their new chapters.

As a Moms Moving On certified coparenting coach with over 10 years of hands-on experience, my goal is to guide others through the emotional and physical aspects of starting over, dating with kids, and blending families. I’m dedicated to supporting families in creating cohesive, supportive environments by leveraging both my professional and personal experience to build strong, resilient relationships and a united parenting perspective.

Divorce, dating with kids, and coparenting often take us by surprise. I’m here to help you navigate the highs and lows, from rediscovering your new self to blending a family and remarrying. It’s about embracing the second chances you never expected.

Instagram-@chemistry_of_coparenting

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Infidelity can be one of the hardest things to overcome, especially when children are involved. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Caitlin Nugent. Caitlin personally went through a very public divorce that involved infidelity. Despite being blindsided by this affair, Caitlin was focused on protecting her children and trying to co-parent them to the best of her ability. Michelle and Caitlin will cover:

Caitlin Nugent is a dedicated certified divorce and co-parenting coach (MOMCC, CDS), committed to guiding individuals through the complex journey of divorce. With a deep understanding of both the emotional and logistical challenges involved, Caitlin helps her clients focus on rebuilding their lives and creating a stable environment for their children.

Specializing in managing the aftermath of infidelity, effective co-parenting strategies, setting boundaries with high-conflict exes, and blending families seamlessly, Caitlin offers guidance tailored to each unique situation. As a child of divorce, and a mother of three who has been divorced since 2018, Caitlin brings a wealth of personal experience to her coaching practice. Her firsthand understanding of the process, combined with her professional expertise, allows her to help fill a crucial gap in support services in the divorce process.

Caitlin’s mission is to empower her clients with the tools and insights they need to navigate this challenging transition and move forward with confidence and dignity. 

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Divorce can induce anxiety in everyone, including our children. As parents we can be the safe place for our children to help them work through anxious feelings. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Lucy Dimmitt to take a deep dive into helping anxious children in divorce. Lucy is a co-parenting mom of one, who understands the emotional needs of children during and after divorce. This informative episode will cover:

Lucy Dimmitt is a Florida Bar Licensed Attorney, Certified Divorce and Co-Parenting Coach and a mom. As an attorney, coach, and mom, she has a unique perspective, and has a passion for helping moms find their strengths, and reconnect with themselves during the divorce process. Her coaching strategy is always child focused, and she has an affection for helping with children who are highly sensitive or have special circumstances like anxiety or OCD.

As a child of divorce, and having gone through one herself, Lucy fully understands how divorce instantly changes the lives of everyone involved. She understands how scary and confusing everything seems and has dedicated her business life to helping moms alleviate some of these struggles and fears. Divorce is terrifying and hard, but it does not have to ruin your life, or your children's lives. Lucy knows that when divorce and co-parenting are handled the right way, it does not just have to be an end, but is the beginning of a new and beautiful life for moms and children.

Lucy has a BA from Florida State University, an MHA from Florida Atlantic University, a JD from Nova Southeastern University and was trained by the Moms Moving on Method for Divorce and Co-Parenting coaching. She is also currently becoming a Certified Divorce Specialist. 

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There is no way to sugar coat that divorce is stressful, but how you manage that stress can either help or hurt you along the way. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach, Lauren Dolan to discuss ways to manage stress in divorce and co-parenting. Together Michelle and Lauren will educate listeners on:

Lauren is Your Divorce Bestie! She serves as a mentor for moms navigating the complexities of life after divorce. Her mission is to eradicate fear and self-doubt, empowering them to flourish in their well-being, mindset, and financial achievements, all while evolving into the superhero moms their children look up to!

Be sure to check her out on Instagram @yourdivorcebestie

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There is no way around it, divorce sucks, but what you choose to do after divorce matters. This week, best-selling author, Wendy Sterling joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack on Moms Moving On to jump into how you can find yourself after divorce. Wendy shares her very personal divorce story and what she learned about herself in the process. Michelle and Wendy take a deep dive into:

Wendy Sterling is the international best-selling author of Divorce Sucks, Now What?, a leading Divorce Empowerment Coach, and the founder of The Divorce Rehab™. She helps women who are having trouble moving forward and are tired of feeling stuck, in pain, fear, resentment, anger, and guilt to recover more quickly to find joy, self-worth, and freedom. Wendy is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), a Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS), and an Advanced ThetaHealer® and Sound Healer. She is the host of her own podcast, The Divorced Woman’s Guide, and has been featured on NBC, The List, and Daily Blast Live. 

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Are you dealing with acts of coercive control while coparenting and wanting to avoid it affecting your children? This week on Moms Moving On, Jan and Jill Yuhas join Michelle Dempsey-Multack to break down the best way to navigate coercive co-parenting. Jan and Jill lay the groundwork for:

Jan Yuhas and Jillian Yuhas, MA, MFT, CPC are Family Mediators, Co-Parenting and Children of Divorce Coaches. They guide coparents & children to overcome the challenges of divorce through creative solutions that are children-centered. Their expertise is a blend of family psychology, conflict resolution, negotiation strategy, healthy boundaries, and real-life experience to guide and serve all family members. You can learn more about Jan and Jillian through their mediation services and coaching programs at divorcefamilymediations.com

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Co-parenting with a high-conflict ex is not easy, but it can be done. We know that one reasonable co-parent can make a positive difference in the lives of the children who are being co-parented by one high-conflict parent, but that doesn't make dealing with it any easier.

High-conflict co-parenting can make life incredibly stressful and full of unnecessary tension, which in-turn, rubs off on the kids.

"The key is realizing we have to take a different approach. The secret to managing a high-conflict personality is managing your own anxiety," Bill Eddy says on this episode of Moms Moving On, and on this third visit to our show, Bill shares the secrets and strategies for how to effectively co-parenting with a high-conflict ex, and shares the "4 forget about its," that you definitely need to hear!

"As early as possible you want to learn how to separate dealing with your ex or ex-to-be from getting your needs met emotionally. Don't keep trying to get it from the person who can't give it to you."

Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. is High Conflict Institute's co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer. He pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP) and has become an expert on managing disputes involving people with high conflict personalities. He was the Senior Family Mediator at the National Conflict Resolution Center for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist lawyer representing clients in family court for 15 years, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker therapist with twelve years’ experience. He serves on the faculty of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law in California and is a Conjoint Associate Professor with the University of Newcastle Law School in Australia. He has been a keynote speaker and trainer in over 30 U.S. states and 10 countries. In addition to authoring over twenty books, he writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views.

For a list of of Bill's books, click here.

We highly suggest The High-Conflict Co-Parenting Survival Guide, Splitting, Calming Upset People with EAR, and The 5 Types of People Who Can Ruin Your Life.

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