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When Your Spouse Comes Out as LGBTQ and What To Do Next, with Sheri Davis, LCSW, LGBTQ Divorce Coach Dec 07, 2021

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After discovering her spouse of many years was gay, Sheri Davis, LCSW, a mom of two daughters, not only faced divorce, she also had to face the fact that a secret had been kept from her - two difficult hurdles to overcome. Now, she's helping other couples cope with the same reality and navigate these waters with more ease and confidence.

In this episode of Moms Moving On, Sheri not only shares her powerful story, she shares how she helps others:

Figure out what steps to take after finding out a spouse is gay
How to talk to the children about it - and what NOT to say!
How to maintain a healthy co-parenting relationship
How to rebuild your confidence after the split

Sheri is a Certified Divorce Coach with 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. She believes that there are many ways to be a family and helps people at any stage of the divorce process make decisions to create a healthy post-divorce family that benefits everyone. Sheri’s story of divorce and the choices she had to make after learning that her husband was gay, offers hope and provides an important reminder that we all can choose how to respond to the curveballs life throws our way.

Sheri has a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Washington with a focus on Children, Youth & Family, and a Master of Arts degree in Sociology and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Southern California. During her career she has provided trauma-informed counseling services to adolescents and their families, college students, graduate students and young adults, collaborating with clients to reach their goals.

Sheri is a proud mom of two daughters in college who are grateful to their mom and dad for creating a post-divorce modern family based on respect and love. As Sheri and her former husband navigated a cross-country co-parenting relationship there were some challenges, but they worked hard to create a family for their daughters that allows for celebrating holidays with extended family, graduations and traveling together -- and yes, staying at each other’s homes from time to time as well.

To learn more about Sheri, go to: www.sheridaviscoaching.com or find her on IG at sheridavis_.

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Learning to Love Your Body, and Yourself, After Divorce: with Supermodel and Body Positivity Activist, Emme Nov 30, 2021

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Society has been telling us for years exactly what we "should" look like, making the general population of women who don't naturally look like supermodels feel insecure without reason.

And then comes divorce - a major life change that can bring even the most confident of women to her knees, leaving her rife with body issues. Well, our guest Emme, otherwise known as the 'Godmother of the full-figured industry,' has made it her life's mission to passionately advocate for size inclusivity, a power she was able to harness while raising a daughter solo after her own divorce.

Spoiler alert, this was my first episode to date that had me crying on air. Emme has a really special way of making you believe in yourself - no matter what.

Known for over two decades as the award winning, iconic American supermodel and trusted voice in the fashion, wellness, beauty and news industries, Emme is globally recognized as the innovative social reformer for women’s empowerment and positive body image.

Named in 2018 by Oprah Magazine as the Godmother of the full figured industry, a TEDx presenter, Emme has twice been selected to People Magazine’s "50 Most Beautiful People" and Ladies’ Home Journal chose her as one of the "Most Important Women in America" and one of the "Most Fascinating Women of the Year." She has also been honored as one of Glamour magazine’s "Women of the Year" and as one of Biography magazine’s “25 Most Influential Women”. Emme is a long time Ambassador to The National Eating Disorders Association, board member of the Model Alliance, honorary board member of Project Heal, and Kent School Trustee.

Emme is a sought-after media, healthcare, marketing and retail consultant, tapping into her invaluable insight from her 30 years in the TV, fashion and beauty industries. She is dedicated to positive body image and celebrating a woman's body™ and is frequently interviewed by the media on a variety of topics relating to eating disorders and body image, fashion & beauty trends, marketing, inclusive fitness, wellness, surviving cancer and women's health. She regularly visits: Today Show, GMA, CBS The Early Show, CNN, MSNBC, HLN, OWN, FOX News, OMG! Insider, Huff Post Live, Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight, and others to share her point of view on these topics.

Emme has authored five books translated in a variety of languages, “True Beauty- Putnam”, “Life’s Little Emergencies -St Martin’s Press”, “Morning Has Broken - Penguin”, “What Are You Hungry For?” – Harper Collins, and Chicken Soup for The Soul book series: “Curvy and Confident: 101 Stories of Loving Yourself and Your Body”.

Check out all of the amazing contributions Emme is making to the world of women by checking out her website and signing up for her email list. I'm signed up, and I HIGHLY recommend you give yourself the gift of her messages.

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Turning Divorce Pain Into Single Motherhood Strength and Incredible Success with Author and Entrepreneur Tatiana Boncompagni Nov 23, 2021

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"I make all the money, so I should make all the decisions," was the sentence that prompted a brand new life for Tatiana Boncompagni - and so she did.

After 15 years of marriage, Tatiana realized it was time for a change. After taking time off from her career to raise her children, the dynamic in her marriage had shifted and she was ready to find her voice professionally and emotionally again.

Sound familiar?

This episode is all too relatable and yet so incredibly inspiring, as is the meal delivery service she co-founder to be able to provide other women with healthy, nourishing meals that bring a little sunshine, validation, and support into their lives.

Tatiana Boncompagni is a writer, founder of popular meal delivery service, Eat Sunny, group fitness instructor and mom of three based in Manhattan. She has written about health, wellness, food, fashion and beauty for dozens of publications, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Marie Claire, Vogue, and InStyle. Her novels Gilding Lily and Hedge Fund Wives were published by HarperCollins and her mystery, Social Death, was published by Thomas & Mercer. She believes that healthy food should be easy to make, delicious to eat and nourishing for both the body and soul which is the foundation for Eat Sunny.

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Eat Sunny

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The Art of Online Dating (After Divorce) with Alyssa Dineen of Style My Profile Nov 16, 2021

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If online dating after divorce were Mt. Everest, Alyssa Dineen, founder of Style My Profile would be your sherpa.

In this episode of Moms Moving On, Alyssa and I discuss online dating after divorce and how to make the most of your experience - while figuring out who to swipe right on, and who gets left.

At the age of 41, after 18 years with her ex, Alyssa found herself in the uncharted territory of online dating. Alyssa noticed just how many dating profiles could benefit from minor (and major) tweaks. And so, it was after her own personal experiences that led her to found Style My Profile— the first-ever profile styling service for online daters.

The mission of Style My Profile and her new book is to help online daters transform their destinies by taking charge of their profiles and their dating experience with Alyssa’s unique approach to “intentional” and mindful dating through self-discovery.

The Art of Online Dating is the perfect combination of a dating guidebook and the storytelling of a woman’s divorce and getting back out there again. If you’re brand new to online dating, this book will prepare you for your dating journey. If you’re a seasoned dater, this book will validate all of your dating experiences and give useful tips on how to improve your profile and your dating life.

Learn more about Alyssa and purchase her BRAND NEW book, here!

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Sex After Divorce: Rebuilding Trust and Getting Back in the Groove with Clinical Sexologist Dr. Lisa Paz Nov 09, 2021

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Sex after divorce can be a difficult hump to get over (see what I did there?).

Whether you're feeling uncomfortable in your own skin, have reservations about letting someone get that close to you again, or don't even know where to begin when it comes to sex after divorce, this podcast is covering all of it.

Our guest, Dr. Lisa Paz, is an expert in the field of the couples, individual and sexual health and is here to help you. Dr. Lisa has a Doctorate in Clinical Sexology and is a Board Certified Sex Therapist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She also has a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology – Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, the American Board of Sexology, the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists, the National Association of Professional Women, and Haddassah Womens Organization.

To learn more about Dr. Lisa, check out her amazing services and courses, or to connect with her, click here.

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Healing from Betrayal and Learning to Trust Again After Divorce with Gilza Fort-Martinez, LMFT Oct 26, 2021

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If you are not only processing the pain of divorce but also reeling from the pain of betrayal after divorce, you might be feeling like learning to trust again after divorce and infidelity is an uphill battle. This is why I consulted with Miami-based marriage and family therapist Gilza Fort-Martinez, on her strategies for helping clients overcome trust issues after an affair.

"Betrayal is a loss. It's a grieving process that happens from being hit with something that was very often unexpected, Gilza Fort-Martinez says. "Most of the time, people are somewhat blindsided."

But there IS hope, Gilza shares, and she also shares her tips for how to feel hopeful again after a divorce that ended because of a betrayal, too.

A graduate of University of Miami, Gilza is the founder and CEO of Resolution Counseling Center, a private practice in Miami, Florida. Her passion for helping individuals improve their lives drives her to continuously ﬁnd ways to reach the community, which is why when she’s not working directly with individuals and couples, she can be found leading a workshop or lecturing on a wide range of topics including stress management, building intimacy, improving communication effectiveness, inﬁdelity and forgiveness, and navigating life transitions

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Finding Love After Loss; Dealing with Your Grief, Your Guilt, and Everyone Else's Opinions with Guest Rachael Braunshweiger Oct 20, 2021

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At just 39 years old, Rachael Braunshweiger lost her husband to pancreatic cancer after a long 5-year-battle with the disease. Now a single and heartbroken mom to their two young girls, Rachael was left with two decisions: sink or swim.

So, against all odds, she swam - fast and hard - to protect her girls, to rewrite her future, and to maintain a positive outlook on what the rest of her life can be.

In this episode, Rachael and I discuss what it's like to move on in life after unimaginable pain, what it's like to meet someone new after years spent with someone else, how to handle the loss with kids, and how to handle (and shut down) everyone else's opinions of your new life!

Today, Rachael inspires women all over the globe and helps them "embrace their next chapter." You can find her on Instagram at @gutsandgloss and join her community, here.

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Overcoming Past Trauma and the Trauma of Divorce and Moving on to a Happier, Healthier Life with Nate Postlethwait Oct 15, 2021

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The childhood trauma you bring into adulthood and relationships, your trauma after divorce, any trauma you experience at all doesn't define you - it shapes you - and Nate Postlethwait knows it all too well.

Nate Postlethwait is a trauma survivor, and he's here to help the world with their trauma as well.

After experiencing severe abuse as a child, Nate has learned that life is about overcoming, growing, and breaking free from the bonds of the past in order to move forward into a happier, healthier life.

Nate's goal is to play an effective role in helping survivors without financial means to find trauma-informed therapy at little to no cost. He has developed a course titled 'Healing the Younger You' which not only offers trauma survivors the tools to overcome their trauma, it offers a large, supportive community as well.

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Getting Ready to Get Divorced? Here's What to do Next: With Top US Family Law Attorney Pilar Prinz Oct 08, 2021

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Here's the truth about divorce - we don't know what we don't know. And when you're on the brink of divorce, there is no better gift you can give yourself than the gift of getting educated; knowing your options, understanding the laws around divorce in your particular state and county, and preparing for the road ahead.

Pilar Prinz is a top US family law attorney who co-founded Divorce in Good Company, a place for women who need guidance, education, and support when going through the divorce process. In this episode of Moms Moving On, Pilar and I discuss:

What steps to take when you're ready for divorce
What you should focus your time and attention on
How to make sure you decide which divorce outcome is most important to you
and so much more!

Pilar Prinz is here to lead women through this singular time in their lives with confidence, warmth, humor and good-natured bad-assery. Her experience as a top divorce lawyer for the past 20 years has propelled her into the national media scene as a guest legal expert on CNN, Fox News and other national programs. In 2021, she was voted one of The Best Lawyers in America in the field of Family Law.

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A Lawyer's Perspective on Things to Consider When You're Entering A New Relationship After Divorce, with Family Law Attorney Lauren Hunt Oct 04, 2021

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After divorce, the thought of a new relationship can be exciting, scary, and everything in between. But regardless how much you're ready to move on, it's important to remember that there are some really important things to consider when you're entering a new relationship after divorce. It's not just about your emotions. Sometimes, entering a relationship after divorce needs a bit more thought and strategy:

How and when to introduce the kids
How to handle it with your ex-spouse
How to protect yourself financially
What steps should you take before you move in together?
What to consider for long-term success in your relationship
And of course, what NOT to do

Lauren Hunt is a NY-based family law attorney and offers incredible insight and actionable advice in this episode of Moms Moving On.

Lauren has dedicated herself to helping individuals with their family legal matters since 2009. She has extensive experience representing clients in separation, divorce, child custody, child visitation, paternity, child support, maintenance (alimony), pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and post-judgment enforcement and modification matters. Lauren is also trained in the practice of Collaborative Divorce - a non-adversarial method to divorce that is focused on achieving a civil, respectful and fair divorce outside of court. Lauren also maintains an active adoption practice as well as an estate planning practice.

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