“Hey Olivia, I haven’t made a divorce registry yet. And honestly, I don’t even know how.” In this Hey Olivia solo episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell answers a listener who is overwhelmed by the idea of setting up a divorce registry and nervous about asking for help. This episode is for anyone starting over after divorce who isn’t sure where to begin.
Key takeaways
- If you’ve always been the self-sufficient one, asking for help can feel scary. That feeling means you’re doing something new, not something wrong.
- A divorce registry isn’t begging, it’s an invitation. It gives the people who care about you a clear, easy way to show up.
- Start with what you’d miss on night one in a new home, like towels, sheets, plates, cups, and a bath mat, and focus on one room at a time.
- Everyday essentials such as paper towels make some of the most useful gifts. Mix essentials with a few bigger items and a couple of things just for joy.
- Share your registry first with the people you trust most, and remember that saying thank you is part of receiving.
- Your tiny next step: add five things you use today to your registry.
Resources mentioned
- Start your free Fresh Starts Registry divorce registry, with curated bundles by room, decor style, and budget, plus an interior design vibes quiz
- Registry fairies: reply to any Fresh Starts Registry email to join the list and help give someone a fresh start
- Book a free 15-minute consult, find a vetted Fresh Starts expert, or download our free ebooks
- The Divorce Happens Community on Substack
- Join the Fresh Starts Facebook group
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Wherever you are in your divorce, you are further along than you think. We’re glad you’re here.