In this episode of the Divorced AF Podcast, Audrey shares an inspired and heartfelt reflection on the power of having someone in your corner during a divorce. Whether you're navigating the practical or emotional aftermath, Audrey explores why talking about it—really talking about it—can be a game changer. From her own story to those of her clients, she unpacks the role of a divorce coach, the shifting societal view on marriage, and the importance of rebuilding support when old systems fall away. If you've ever felt like you're doing this alone, this episode will help you realize—you don't have to.
Audrey welcomes listeners with warmth and presence, fresh from a client session that sparked today’s conversation. She opens up about the purpose of this episode: to highlight the crucial role of support during divorce, particularly the often-overlooked benefit of having a divorce coach. She introduces BNI (Business Network International) as a networking tool that connects professionals through referrals, and shares how meaningful client stories can shape new conversations.
Audrey explains what a divorce coach really does—and why that role can be so pivotal. A coach isn’t just a cheerleader or therapist; they’re a mirror, a reminder of how far you’ve come, and a steady hand when everything else feels uncertain. Much like how you don’t see your kids growing daily, we often miss our own growth—until someone reflects it back. Through coaching, clients gain clarity around goals like healing, custody, and co-parenting. Personal growth is lifelong, and the coach helps keep that journey grounded and intentional.
The episode takes a powerful turn as Audrey challenges the societal shame around divorce. She reframes it not as a failure but as the natural end to a relationship that served its time. Drawing on cultural shifts and the evolution of women’s roles, she sheds light on why more people—especially women—are choosing their own peace and happiness. Divorce doesn’t have to mean defeat; it can be a powerful completion.
Audrey stresses how critical it is to talk about divorce—not just with anyone, but with someone who gets it. Friends and family may mean well but often fall short. Lawyers focus on legal logistics, not emotional healing. A divorce coach, on the other hand, is trained to hold space, guide through the messy middle, and offer true, unbiased support during the storm.
The grief of divorce goes far beyond the relationship itself. Audrey compassionately speaks to the layered losses—of identity, future dreams, and support systems. Many clients feel abandoned by friends or family who don’t know how to show up. A coach helps them mourn those losses and build new, solid ground. Her insights are grounded in both lived experience and the stories of the many women she walks alongside.
Audrey wraps up with a personal reflection on her own divorce journey and the loneliness that led her to become a divorce coach. She believes in the power of having someone in your corner—someone who helps you transform “I can’t” into “I did.” She encourages listeners to reach out if they need support, or to share this podcast with someone who does. This community exists to remind you that you’re not alone, and your comeback story is already unfolding.
I know what it feels like to walk through divorce with no one to talk to—really talk to. That’s why I became a divorce coach. If you're feeling isolated or like you’re supposed to “have it all together,” I want you to know you don’t have to do this alone. There is a better, more supported way through, and I hope this episode reminded you of that. Keep showing up for yourself, and if you ever need someone to walk with you—I’m right here.
Welcome back to the Divorced AF Podcast with your host Audrey Alice. In this empowering episode, Audrey shares her candid reflections on navigating life’s major transitions—especially divorce—while being inundated with everyone else’s advice and opinions. From the outdated and unhelpful to the downright discouraging, Audrey unpacks how external input often complicates an already complex process. She explores what it means to reclaim your narrative, believe in your inner wisdom, and tune out the noise to pursue your own truth with conviction and courage.
Audrey opens the episode by welcoming listeners. She sets the stage for today’s topic: the overwhelming abundance of advice people receive when they’re going through major life changes like divorce, motherhood, or starting a business. Audrey names the elephant in the room—unsolicited advice—and how it can make an already hard situation feel heavier.
Audrey reflects on her own divorce back in 2017 and the isolating experience of having to figure it out alone. At the time, there weren’t many resources or relatable role models showing what life after divorce could really look like—especially for women in their 40s, single moms, or those without family experience of divorce. Most of the advice she did receive came from people who hadn’t walked in her shoes and left her questioning herself and her choices.
Audrey dives into the damage that well-meaning but misaligned advice can cause. From therapy-shaming to the pressure of staying “for the kids,” she details how these inputs created unnecessary doubt and shame during an already turbulent time. Often, the advice centered on fear and scarcity, reinforcing a narrative that divorce had to be a story of struggle instead of strength.
Audrey shares how becoming a coach and investing in her own healing helped her quiet the outside world and listen to her own voice. The pandemic, despite its challenges, became a turning point—one where she could focus on herself, pursue personal growth, and launch a new business. She encourages others to see their doubt not as a stop sign, but as a signal to dig deeper into their own power.
The heart of the episode lands here—Audrey’s call to listeners to stop giving other people’s opinions more weight than their own inner knowing. She affirms that we all have the power to shape our lives and create new realities, as long as we’re brave enough to trust ourselves. The real transformation, she says, happens when we stop seeking permission and start following our intuition.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by everyone’s advice right now, take a breath. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to listen to the opinions of people who haven’t lived your life. You are the creator of your own story, and you get to rewrite the narrative anytime you want. Feel your feelings. Honor where you are. And most importantly, trust yourself. You’ve got this.
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