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From Divorce Grief to Musical Healing: A Conversation with Mama Nous

What if music could help children heal through divorce? In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell speaks with musician Mama Nous, whose emotionally intelligent songs provide comfort, language, and resilience for kids and parents alike. From the powerful mantra of You Are So Easy to Love to the deep resonance of Right Hand Child, this conversation explores how music transforms divorce recovery into connection and hope.

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The Surprising Secret to Negotiating Divorce Without Losing Your Sanity with Divorce Coach Lyerly Spongberg

Divorce is overwhelming—but clarity begins with one powerful question: Why do you want what you want? In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell talks with certified divorce coach Lyerly Spongberg about how shifting from wants to whys transforms mediation, reduces conflict, and brings peace of mind. Tune in for expert insight, practical tools, and hope for your fresh start.

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From Silence to Strength: Chedva Ludmir on Rebuilding Confidence Through Divorce

In this Divorce Happens episode, Olivia Howell speaks with strategist and mentor Chedva Ludmir about divorce, self-discovery, and empowerment. Chedva shares how gaslighting and shrinking impact both personal and professional life, and why reclaiming your voice is key to healing. With insights on confidence, business strategy, and personal growth, this conversation offers encouragement, clarity, and actionable support for anyone starting over.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with Meredith Beardmore

Therapist, author, and YouTuber Meredith Beardmore joins Divorce Happens to unpack emotional abuse you can’t see, the cost of freedom, and how to trust your intuition without “proof.” From co-parenting battles to rebuilding after debt, Meredith shares clinical insight and lived experience to offer hope and clarity.

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The Friendship Playbook for Divorce with Psychotherapist and Relationship Specialist Stevie Blum

Psychotherapist & relationship specialist Stevie Blum joins Divorce Happens to unpack the hidden grief of friendship during divorce—and the tools that help. Learn the spotlight effect, boundary scripts that turn complaints into clear requests, and Stevie’s Solve → Reframe → Accept framework. We explore mindfulness, acceptance (not approval), and how vulnerability deepens connection. Hope, language, and real-life support for divorce recovery.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with Divorce Expert Michelle Dempsey-Multack

In this Divorce Happens episode, certified divorce & co-parenting specialist Michelle Dempsey-Multack shares her top lessons on peaceful co-parenting, ego management, and raising kids who don’t have to recover from divorce. With heartfelt stories and actionable advice, Michelle reframes divorce as an opportunity for growth—for you and your children. A must-listen for anyone navigating post-divorce parenting.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with Author Sarah May

 In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, author and healing guide Sarah May shares her journey from a devastating early divorce to radical self-healing. Olivia and Sarah discuss codependency, emotional abuse, forgiveness, and what it really means to take responsibility for your patterns.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with Writer Elizabeth Wilson

After facing divorce as a stay-at-home mom with no income, writer Elizabeth Wilson discovered unexpected strength, emotional clarity, and a path to independence. In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, Elizabeth shares three life-changing lessons from her divorce journey—how solo parenting changed everything, why financial freedom is essential, and how love looks different the second time around.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with Writer Heather Sweeney

In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell speaks with Heather Sweeney, author of the memoir Camouflage, about navigating military divorce, rediscovering identity after marriage, and finding strength on the other side. Heather shares how fear, therapy, and self-acceptance shaped her post-divorce journey. A must-listen for anyone seeking divorce support and healing.

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Divorced and Parenting? You Need to Hear This About Your Child’s Behavior During Divorce with Dr. Joanna Hulton

In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell speaks with family therapist Dr. Joanna Hulton about how divorce impacts children’s emotional development. They discuss how kids mirror their parents' emotions, the importance of creating a secure base, and how to support kids through transitions. A must-listen for parents navigating divorce and seeking expert-backed parenting advice.

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3 Things I Learned from My Divorce with CEO Magalie René

In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, we sit down with Magalie René —CEO, reinvention architect, and multi-time divorce survivor—for a deeply honest and uplifting conversation about healing, transformation, and grace. Magalie opens up about the lessons she’s learned through multiple divorces, including how she turned moments of grief and uncertainty into stepping stones for reinvention.

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Transform Divorce into a Spiritual Adventure with Holistic Psychiatrist and Spirituality & Soul Mentor Maureen Magauran, M.D.

Olivia Howell welcomes energy healer and coach Maureen Magauran to dive into the energetics of healing during and after divorce. Maureen, formerly a holistic psychiatrist, invites listeners to view divorce not merely as an ending but as a powerful transition—akin to mourning a death—that demands grieving, letting go of old patterns, and reclaiming one’s true self.

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Celebrity Divorce Lawyer Laura Wasser Reveals the 3 Essential Questions to Consider Before You File for Divorce

What if your divorce didn’t have to destroy your family—or your finances? In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with the one and only Laura Wasser, celebrity divorce attorney, bestselling author, and Chief of Divorce Evolution at Divorce.com. Known for representing stars like Kim Kardashian, Ryan Reynolds, and Angelina Jolie, Laura brings her decades of experience to the mic to share exactly what people need to know before they file for divorce.

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“Should I Stay or Should I Go?” What a Therapist Wants You to Ask Yourself Before Divorce with Therapist and Coach Laura Fink

Olivia Howell sits down with therapist and coach Laura Fink to talk about the emotional complexity of considering divorce. Laura, a master-certified coach for high-achieving women, shares her perspective on how therapy creates a safe, judgment-free space to process relationship struggles and untangle internal patterns before making life-changing decisions. Together, they explore what it really means to ask yourself, “Should I stay or should I go?”

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Sunk Costs, Cheating Husbands, and Hard Questions: Divorce Coach Tamar Barbash Breaks It All Down

In this episode of Divorce Happens, we sit down with divorce coach Tamar Barbash for a candid, compassionate conversation about navigating divorce when infidelity is involved. Tamar shares how betrayal often forces us to confront deeper truths in our relationships—and ourselves—and why it’s so important to pause, ask the right questions, and listen honestly to the answers that come up.

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