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Friends with BusinessesAll Things Social MediaIn this episode, Katherine and Danica emphasize the need to adapt to changes in social media algorithms. The conversation highlights strategies for building relationships with customers rather than focusing solely on sales, and the significance of engagement through social media platforms. In this conversation, Danica and Katherine explore the dynamics of social media engagement, the importance of authenticity in influencer marketing, and the evolving landscape of content creation. They discuss how building genuine connections with audiences can lead to business opportunities, the pitfalls of disingenuous influencer practices, and the shift towards experience-based marketing. The conversation...2025-02-051h 12
Friends with BusinessesMade For The LakeMeet Jackie! The business owner behind Danica's favourite brand: Made For The Lake. In this episode, Jackie, Katherine, and Danica discuss the harsh realities of running a small business in Canada, particularly focusing on the challenges of manufacturing locally, the impact of social media algorithms on visibility, and the shifting consumer expectations towards supporting local businesses. They reflect on their personal experiences, the lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journeys, and the importance of community support in navigating the ups and downs of small business ownership.2025-01-301h 16
Friends with BusinessesPlans for 2025In this episode, Katherine and Danica discuss their approach to business planning for the new year, emphasizing a holistic perspective that prioritizes personal fulfillment over strict financial goals. They explore the challenges of setting traditional sales targets, the importance of community and collaboration among small businesses, and the need for adaptability in a changing economic landscape. The conversation also touches on personal growth, the significance of self-compassion, and the value of finding joy in one's work. As they share their intentions for 2025, they encourage listeners to embrace change and focus on what truly matters in their business and personal...2025-01-221h 07
Friends with BusinessesRest, Recipes & Speaking to your CustomersIn this episode, Danica and Katherine discuss the challenges of balancing small business ownership with personal life, especially during the busy holiday season. They reflect on the toxic nature of hustle culture and the importance of taking time off to avoid burnout. The conversation also touches on Black Friday's evolution and its implications for small businesses, as well as strategies for collaboration among small business owners to enhance their market presence. In this conversation, Danica Dixon and Katherine discuss the challenges faced by small business owners, particularly those in the handmade sector. They explore the...2024-12-111h 00
Friends with BusinessesPricing StrategiesIn this episode, Katherine & Danica delve into pricing strategies for both product and service-based businesses, emphasizing the need to understand customer value and expectations.The discussion highlights the challenges of pricing, especially in wholesale and handmade products, and the complexities of quantifying service value in various industries. The conversation wraps up with insights on balancing costs and customer perceptions in business. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the intricacies of marketing, pricing strategies, and the importance of brand positioning in attracting the right clients.They explore how service providers can communicate their value effectively, navigate...2024-11-201h 00
Friends with BusinessesPricing StrategiesIn this episode, Katherine & Danica delve into pricing strategies for both product and service-based businesses, emphasizing the need to understand customer value and expectations. The discussion highlights the challenges of pricing, especially in wholesale and handmade products, and the complexities of quantifying service value in various industries. The conversation wraps up with insights on balancing costs and customer perceptions in business. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the intricacies of marketing, pricing strategies, and the importance of brand positioning in attracting the right clients. They explore how service providers can communicate their value effectively, navigate...2024-11-201h 17
Friends with BusinessesAttracting People to Your BusinessIn this conversation, Danica and Katherine explore the challenges and opportunities faced by small business owners, particularly in the context of authentic connections, community support, and effective marketing strategies.They discuss how positioning and branding can influence consumer behavior and sales, emphasizing the need for businesses to build relationships with customers before they enter the sales funnel. The conversation also touches on the differences in marketing approaches between established brands like Stanley and Yeti, highlighting the evolving landscape of consumer expectations and brand awareness. They explore the evolution of brand marketing, particularly focusing on how...2024-11-131h 14
Friends with BusinessesBuilding Community with Amanda PattinsonIn this conversation, Amanda, Danica, and Katherine discuss the importance of community, creativity, and the challenges of parenting in today's world. They explore how creative spaces can foster connections among individuals, especially children, and the need for supportive environments that encourage creativity and belonging. The discussion also touches on the difficulties of adult friendships, the impact of community on mental health, and the pressing issue of childcare accessibility.The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, the challenges faced by small businesses, and the need for accessible community resources. They reflect on their personal experiences with community engagement...2024-11-0654 min
Friends with BusinessesGet CreativeOn today's episode, Danica & Katherine discuss the ups and down of small business ownership and how they've been forced to get creative with their marketing in the post-pandemic economy. 2024-10-3136 min
Friends with BusinessesGet CreativeIn this episode, Danica and Katherine explore the realities of being self-employed and running small businesses. They discuss the challenges of the ever changing social media landscape, the importance of community relationships, and the emotional rollercoaster of sales. The duo share insights on branding, customer feedback, and leaning into creativity when dealing with changing markets and consumer trends. 2024-10-3036 min
Friends with BusinessesISO FWBWelcome to FWB!In this episode, Danica and Katherine share their business journeys that have led them here and what their dreams are for this podcast.2024-10-3025 min
Divorce DialoguesHow a Well-Written Prenup Prevents Divorce—with Aaron ThomasPrenups get a bad rap.
And if you broach the subject with a partner, they often think you’re planning for the marriage to fail.
But what if a prenuptial agreement could help you get on the same page about money before you got married?
What if a prenup could reduce tension in your marriage and even prevent divorce?
Aaron Thomas has been named Atlanta's best divorce attorney three times, and he’s one of the nation's top experts in family law issues.
Aaron is also the founder of Prenups.com, a platform that helps couples establish a solid financial foun...2024-08-3026 min
Net Profit Podcast- Accelerate Your Profits with Ryan KimlerKatherine Miller: Benefits Of An Uncommon ApproachAbout Katherine Miller: Katherine Miller is the founder of The Miller Law Group, based in New York City and Westchester County, and a trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict. With a deep interest in the intersection of law and personal lives, she specializes in family and matrimonial law, emphasizing dignified and respectful divorce solutions. Katherine is committed to helping clients navigate divorce and other family-related conflicts with dignity and compassion.In this episode, Ryan and Katherine Miller discuss:Client value perspectiveHolistic approach to legal servicesCollaborative law processFirm efficiency and team collaboration2024-08-0731 minDivorce DialoguesConducting a Cost Benefit Analysis Before You Initiate Divorce—with Raiford PalmerIf you’re considering divorce, it’s useful to do a cost-benefit analysis before you initiate the process. And think beyond the legal fees and division of property.
How much time will it take to work through the process? What's the emotional cost to you, your spouse and your children? How might it impact your career?
Raiford is CEO and Managing Partner of STG Divorce Law in Chicago and Fellow at the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
Raiford is also the author of the award-winning divorce book, I Just Want This Done: How Smart, Successful People Get Divorced Without Losing Thei...2024-07-2630 minDivorce DialoguesNavigating Divorce as an Immigrant—with Neepa PadiaNeepa Padia gave up her senior level career in India to get married and immigrate to the US.
But her partner was abusive, and Neepa wanted out. Unfortunately, she was in the country on a dependent spouse visa and had no friends, no family and no job.
How did Neepa navigate divorce as an immigrant?
Neepa is the Certified Divorce Coach behind Holistic Divorce Journey, a platform that helps immigrants in divorce with logical steps and tools toward a brighter future.
Neepa’s personal experience has shaped her into a compassionate and nonjudgmental coach, ensuring that her clients are not al...2024-07-1925 minDivorce DialoguesA Fair & Loving Approach to Prenups—with Laurie IsraelYou might assume that mediators who specialize in prenups recommend them for everyone.
But Laurie Israel is actually against prenuptial agreements for most couples.
So, when should you consider creating a prenup? And how do you write one in a fair and loving way that strengthens the new marriage?
Laurie is a collaborative lawyer and mediator based in Massachusetts, where she concentrates her practice exclusively on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
Laurie also writes extensively about the art of mediating prenups, and she is the author of The Generous Prenup: How to Support Your Marriage and Avoid the Pitfalls.
On this...2024-07-1229 minDivorce DialoguesEmpowering Women in Divorce—with Heather QuickIn the early days of her family law practice, Heather Quick noticed a troubling pattern among the women she represented.
Women often undervalued what they brought to the marriage and failed to stand up for themselves in the divorce process.
So, what can women do to change their mindset around divorce and fight for what they deserve?
Heather Quick is Founder and CEO of Florida Women’s Law Group, the only divorce and family law firm in Northeast Florida that serves women exclusively.
Consistent with her message of women's empowerment, Heather has published several books on divorce and business, including Wo...2024-03-2924 minDivorce DialoguesDivorce Financial Planning with a Love Letter—with Jennifer LeeIf you’re going through a divorce, writing a love letter is probably the last thing on your mind.
But Jennifer Lee, AWMA, AIF, suggests that sharing your values and hopes for the future in a family love letter to your children is a good first step for financial planning in divorce.
So, how does a love letter help you set meaningful financial goals and make better money decisions?
Jennifer is the founder of Modern Wealth, a Sarasota-based financial firm with a focus on helping individuals in transition, and author of Squeeze the Juice: Live with Purpose, Then Leave a Le...2024-03-1526 min
Beyond the Bar PodcastS2 E3: Journey from Legal Maverick to Collaborative Trailblazer with Katherine MillerDive into the world of collaborative law and mediation with seasoned lawyer and mediator, Katherine Miller. In this Beyond the Bar Podcast episode, host Denisa Tova delves deep into Katherine's journey, discussing her experiences, challenges, and the transformative power of collaborative divorce. Discover the principles that guide Katherine's practice and gain insights into reshaping the narrative of divorce. Join us for an engaging conversation that transcends the legal realm, emphasizing the importance of empathy, vulnerability, and the human touch in family law.
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Website: https://miller-law...2024-02-0326 minDivorce DialoguesThe Impact of Domestic Abuse in Divorce—with Beverly PriceAsking your partner for a divorce is challenging under any circumstances. But the conversation can be downright dangerous if you’re leaving an abusive spouse.
In fact, upwards of 70% of women who leave an abusive spouse are murdered.
So, what resources are available to victims of intimate partner violence? How do you mitigate the risks associated with divorcing an abuser?
Beverly Price is the driving force behind Her Empowered Divorce, a coaching practice that has supported thousands of women facing the most challenging aspects of divorce.
Beverly is also the visionary behind the Divorce Coalition, a network of divorce professionals an...2024-02-0227 min
Industry Night with Nycci NellisThe Suite Life With Advocacy Guru, Katherine MillerHi there and welcome to another Industry Night. I have a new residency. For the month of December Industry Night is being hosted by WREN in the Watermark Hotel. This area is on fire! An entire town center has been built up on the other side of the highway from what you traditionally think of Tysons. Here in the Watermark Hotel is the Japanese izakaya, Wren. Chef Yo Matsuzaki draws upon locally-grown ingredients and serves Japanese street food with modern American elements. shucked oysters and expertly-cut sashimi and wagyu steak. Today I am sitting in one of the lovely suites...2024-01-1858 min
Industry Night with Nycci NellisThe Suite Life With Advocacy Guru, Katherine MillerHi there and welcome to another Industry Night. I have a new residency. For the month of December Industry Night is being hosted by WREN in the Watermark Hotel. This area is on fire! An entire town center has been built up on the other side of the highway from what you traditionally think of Tysons. Here in the Watermark Hotel is the Japanese izakaya, Wren. Chef Yo Matsuzaki draws upon locally-grown ingredients and serves Japanese street food with modern American elements. shucked oysters and expertly-cut sashimi and wagyu steak. Today I am sitting in one of the lovely suites!
...2024-01-1858 minDivorce DialoguesNavigating Stress in Your Relationship—with Judy HermanIs your relationship causing you a great deal of stress? Do you suspect that your partner has a diagnosable mental illness?
In such a challenging situation, it’s human nature to blame the other person in the relationship. To label their behavior as wrong and ask, ‘Why won’t they change?’
But if their mental health is in question, they may not be able to change. And the better question is, ‘What is YOUR next right step?’
Judy Herman is a mental health professional and relationship wellness advocate dedicated to equipping high-achieving women in the helping professions go from trauma drama into v...2024-01-0525 minDivorce DialoguesHolistic Financial Planning in Divorce—with Adrienne GraceIf you aren’t fully informed about your finances in marriage, you can’t negotiate from a level playing field in divorce.
That’s why Adrienne Grace is committed to helping women with what she calls holistic financial planning.
So, what is holistic financial planning? How can it help you negotiate a realistic divorce settlement and build a plan for the future?
Adrienne is the Women’s Wealth Advocate and Holistic Financial Planner behind Transitioning Finances, a platform where she guides women and couples to successfully negotiate divorce settlements, survive financial transitions and rebuild afterward.
Adrienne has 30-plus years of experien...2023-12-2223 minDivorce DialoguesExpert Answers to Your Tax Questions in Divorce—with Hubert JohnsonWhat do you need to know about filing your taxes during or after divorce?
Are asset transfers taxable? What about alimony and child support? Who claims the children?
And what if your ex mishandled the finances and there’s tax debt you knew nothing about?
Tax Attorney Hubert Johnson is Founder of Guardian Tax Law, where he has assisted thousands of individuals and businesses dealing with IRS and state tax issues.
Hubert lectures to tax professionals in seminars and training sessions across the country and has cowritten two books on tax debt resolution.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Hubert jo...2023-11-2529 minDivorce DialoguesThe Missing Professional from a Divorce Litigation Team With Julie RountreeJulie Rountree began her career as a divorce attorney. And she quickly realized that clients expected her to be both their legal advocate and counselor.
But it was very difficult to wear both hats.
Julie recognized that her clients needed someone to help them navigate the emotions of divorce.
That’s when she stumbled on divorce coaching and thought, ‘This is professional who’s been missing from the divorce litigation team.’
Today, Julie is the Certified Divorce Coach behind Divorce Coaching Solutions, a practice that helps clients navigate the frustration of divorce, grow their confidence, and transition into life beyond divorce...2023-10-2025 minDivorce DialoguesIs Your Soon-to-Be-Ex-Spouse Hiding Money? With Tracey CoenenDo you suspect that your soon-to-be-ex-spouse is hiding money?
If your partner is trying to avoid equitable distribution in a divorce settlement, they might be keeping assets from you or transferring money into a secret account.
But is it necessary to hire a forensic accountant? Or can you do the job yourself?
Tracey Coenen is a renowned forensic accountant and the brains behind the Divorce Money Guide. She is also the author of the book Find Me the Money and host of the podcast of the same name.
Tracey is passionate about helping people who feel powerless in the divorce...2023-09-2227 minDivorce DialoguesFrom Victim Mentality to Empowered Life Post-Divorce With, Kimberly KelleyWhat story are you telling yourself about your divorce?
Blaming your ex may seem justified, but that story only gets you stuck in a victim mentality with no control over your own life.
So, how do you rewrite your story and start building an empowered life post-divorce?
Kimberly Kelley is the neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) practitioner and hypnotherapist behind Reinvent Yourself, a program that helps newly single people create the life they want.
She is also the author of No Blame No Shame: Living an Empowered Life After Divorce, where she describes the profound changes she made after her own marriage...2023-09-0826 minDivorce DialoguesDivorce Advice from the Kids’ Perspective With Grace CasperWonder what your kids are experiencing during the divorce process? What if you could ask adult children of divorce for advice?
Grace Casper became a child of divorce at the age of eight. By age 10, she had written the first draft of her book, Dear Parents: Notes from a Child of Divorce by Grace Casper.
Today, Grace runs Divorce Tips from Kids, a platform dedicated to helping families navigate divorce, and hosts Divorce: What I Wish My Parents Knew, a podcast about divorce from the kids’ perspective.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Grace joins Katherine to describe the pressure sh...2023-08-2526 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Manage the Anxiety of Divorce With Bernadette PurcellWorried thoughts about the future generate anxiety. And divorce begets an uncertain future.
So, it’s no surprise that anxiety is such a common emotion in divorce.
But how do you navigate that anxiety without getting overwhelmed in the process?
Bernadette Purcell is Founder of Shore Behavioral Health, a practice that helps patients with anxiety disorders enjoy more fulfilling lives and supports individuals and couples through all phases of divorce.
A licensed clinical social worker in private practice since 2008, Bernadette is also the author of Divorced as F* in Seven Spiritual Steps.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Bernadette joins Ka...2023-08-1126 minDivorce DialoguesA New Approach to Conflict Resolution in Divorce With Jacinta GallantDivorce makes us feel vulnerable. And many of us lawyer up and come out swinging to protect ourselves.
But what if there’s a more effective way to reach an agreement with your ex? What if a little self-reflection early on can help you improve the process of working with a divorce professional?
Jacinta Gallant is a respected lawyer, mediator and educator recognized internationally for her innovative approach to conflict resolution training.
Jacinta’s Our Family in Two Homes resources for divorce professionals help their clients prepare for effective dispute resolution.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Jacinta joins Katherine to s...2023-07-2826 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Stay Positive (Even During Divorce!)With Bill CarmodyIf your marriage is ending, you may be convinced that things will never be good again.
But what if I told you there is a way to stay positive, even during a divorce? To feel less vulnerable in stressful situations? And change the dynamic of conversations with your ex?
Bill Carmody serves as Chief Coaching Officer for Positive Intelligence, where he oversees the application of mental fitness for thousands of coaches worldwide.
Bill is also the author of the bestselling book The 3 Rules of Marriage, and he is dedicated to being an inspirational leader who creates breakthroughs for himself and...2023-06-3027 minDivorce DialoguesLeveraging Integrative Nutrition to Detox from Divorce With Suzy WoodAccording to the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale, divorce is the second most stressful life event after the death of a spouse.
And that stress has an impact on our food choices and overall health.
So, how might we leverage integrative nutrition to make positive, lasting lifestyle changes while we’re coping with divorce?
Suzy Wood is the Integrative Nutrition Health Coach behind True Wellness Within, a platform that helps people make healthy food and lifestyle choices and rebuild their lives after the stress of divorce.
Suzy’s divorce was a calling card to reinvent herself, inspiring her to leave a ca...2023-06-2326 minDivorce DialoguesA Coparenting Arrangement That Puts Kids First With Bill DeSalvoTraditional coparenting arrangements put the focus on the divorcing couple. They establish new, separate households, and the kids go back and forth.
But what happens if you shift your focus and build a coparenting plan around the children?
When Bill DeSalvo’s ex-wife introduced him to the idea of nesting, he had misgivings. But he was open to the alternative because of its benefits for his kids.
On the last episode of Divorce Dialogues, Bill’s ex-wife, Beth Behrendt, walked us through the fundamentals of nesting, a coparenting strategy in which the children stay in the family home and the pare...2023-06-1624 minDivorce DialoguesMake Divorce Easier on Your Kids with Nesting With Beth BehrendtSeparated parents often worry about the upheaval a divorce causes in their kids’ lives, especially the stress that comes with moving back and forth between two households.
But what if you could give your children the security of staying in the family home?
Nesting allows kids to do just that. And it’s the parents who move in and out.
So, how does nesting work? Is it right for your family?
Beth Behrendt is the author of Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family Home. A freelance writer and single mother of three, Beth has shared her nesting experiences in seve...2023-05-1825 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Heal Your Disappointing Love Life With Dr. Thomas JordanAt the beginning of a new romance, we’re not worried about repeating the unhealthy patterns that ended our previous relationships. We tell ourselves that this one is different.
But statistics tell a different story.
The divorce rate is 41% for first marriages, 60% for second marriages and 73% the third time around.
So, what’s behind those dismal statistics? And what can we do to heal a disappointing love life?
Dr. Thomas Jordan is a clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City. He also serves on the faculty of the NYU Postdoctoral Program in Psychoanalysis.
Dr. Jordan foun...2023-05-0526 minDivorce DialoguesWhat You Need to Know About Bankruptcy in Divorce With Dawn KirbyMany people are overburdened with expenses after divorce. So, what options do you have when the cost of living on your own becomes overwhelming and you get into financial trouble?
Though it is a last resort, sometimes filing for bankruptcy is the best way to eliminate some of your debt and get back on your feet.
So, how do divorce and bankruptcy law work together? What do you need to know about declaring bankruptcy in divorce?
Dawn Kirby is the cofounder of Kirby Aisner & Curley LLP, a women-owned law firm that represents corporate and consumer debtors and creditors in bankruptcy...2023-04-2125 min
Divorce DialoguesAlternatives to the Dreaded Drama Triangle of Divorce With David Emerald WomeldorffIf you’re going through a divorce, you’ve likely fallen into what David Emerald Womeldorff calls the Dreaded Drama Triangle or DDT.
But this framework keeps you and your ex focused on your problems rather than the outcomes you want.
So, what is the antidote to the toxicity of DDT? How do you shift out of fear and reactivity into creativity and empowerment?
David is the Creator-in-Chief of The Empowerment Dynamic and Cofounder of the Bainbridge Leadership Center. He is also the bestselling author many books, including The Power of TED: The Empowerment Dynamic.
On this episode of Divorce Dial...2023-04-0725 minDivorce DialoguesRaising Children After Divorce With Christina McGheeDivorce leaves us overwhelmed and vulnerable, compromising our ability to parent well.
And despite our best intentions, we may inadvertently dismiss our kids’ feelings or put them in an uncomfortable position.
So, what can we do to gain a better understanding of what our children are going through during a divorce? How can we learn to coparent in a way that puts kids first?
Christina McGhee is the divorce-parenting expert behind Divorce and Children and author of the highly acclaimed book, Parenting Apart: How Separated and Divorced Parents Can Raise Happy and Secure Kids.
Christina is also the creator of th...2023-03-2424 minDivorce DialoguesHolding Onto Your Joy Through a Divorce With Connie MonroeWhen you’re going through a divorce, it’s easy to lose your joy. You feel like you have every right to be down in the dumps.
This was certainly true for Connie Monroe, who threw herself a pity party with wine and cigarettes every night after work during her divorce.
But when she found out that her cousin had been diagnosed with cancer and the prognosis was not good, Connie had an AHA moment.
She realized that divorce was not going to kill her, and it was an insult to her cousin to wallow. She recognized that joy was a ch...2023-03-1025 minDivorce DialoguesA Superwoman’s Approach to Recovering After Divorce With Eykiena ‘Keena’ CrowleyDivorce means accepting that things didn’t go as planned and adjusting to major changes in your life. It’s about taking on challenges you’re not prepared for at a time when your confidence is shot.
When Eykiena ‘Keena’ Crowley got divorced, she struggled with all of these issues too. But her background as a combat veteran in the US Army meant that she had practice adjusting to unanticipated change.
And she leveraged that military mindset to navigate her divorce. For Keena, giving up was not an option.
Today, Keena is Founder and CEO of My Thriving Life Academy, a company...2023-02-2426 minDivorce DialoguesA Balanced Approach to Processing Grief With Krista St. GermainMost of us are familiar with the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance.
But what if your experience doesn’t follow this linear pattern?
Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or navigating a divorce, you need tools to move through the trauma of loss and get to life on the other side.
Krista St. Germain is a Master Certified Life Coach, post-traumatic growth and grief expert, and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast.
When her husband was killed by a drunk driver in 2016, Krista's life was unexpectedly flipped upside down. Therapy helped her le...2023-02-1025 minDivorce DialoguesCoping with Divorce from a Covert Narcissist With Debbie MirzaMost people think of narcissists as obnoxious and self-absorbed. They’re flashy, loud and charismatic. And it’s obvious that they’re looking out for #1.
But a covert narcissist is much harder to identify.
They are generally well-liked and well-respected by others. And the way they manipulate their partner is much more subtle and difficult to recognize.
So, how do you know if you’re in a relationship with a covert narcissist? Is there anything you can do to make the divorce process more manageable?
Debbie Mirza is a speaker, singer/songwriter and restorative coach with expertise in helping people heal fro...2023-01-2725 min
Reality 2.0Episode 137: Humans Are More Necessary Than EverDoc Searls and Katherine Druckman talk to Dan Miller of Opus Research about the future of Speech and AI.
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MastodonSpecial Guest: Dan Miller.Support Reality 2.0Links:Dan Miller, Author at — Dan Miller has over 25 years experience in marketing, business development and corporate strategy for telecom service providers, computer makers and application software developers. Dan founded Opus Research in 1985 and helped define the Conversational Commerce marketplace by authoring scores of reports, advisories and newsletters addressing business opportunities that reside where automated speech le...2023-01-1755 minDivorce DialoguesThe 4 Ingredients of a Heart-Healthy Divorce With Judith WeigleAfter 10 years of working in the divorce business, Judith Weigle reflected on the couples who were able to communicate well and navigate the process with less stress.
And she identified the elements of what she calls a Heart-Healthy Divorce.
So, what steps can you take to make your divorce more amicable and less acrimonious?
Judith is Founder of Divorce Resource, Inc., a firm that provides both mediation and filing services for divorces, legal separations, paternity cases, and post-judgment revisions of settlement agreements.
She has 12 years of experience as a mediator and 10 years in private practice family law. Judith also serves...2023-01-1326 minDivorce DialoguesHow Unresolved Trauma Causes Communication Breakdown With Dr. Don WoodCommunication breakdown in a marriage often leads to divorce.
But the way your partner triggers your nervous system often has nothing to do with them and everything to do with trauma you’ve experienced in the past.
So, what if you could change the way your mind accesses that trauma and stay present with your partner in those moments?
Dr. Don Wood, PhD, is CEO of the Inspired Performance Institute and creator of the patented TIPP method for clearing the effects of traumatic events and rebooting the brain for peak performance.
Dr. Wood is also the author of two bestselling bo...2022-12-3026 minDivorce DialoguesAre You a Trustworthy Partner? Are You Sure? With Matthew FrayMatthew Fray considered himself a good guy. He didn’t lie. He didn’t cheat. He wasn’t violent.
But his wife didn’t trust him, and the marriage ended in 2013.
What subtle cues did Matthew miss? What led his ex to believe she couldn’t count on him?
Today, Matthew is a relationship coach and writer who leans on the lessons of his failed marriage to help others avoid making the same mistakes he did.
His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic, among many other media outlets.
On this episode of...2022-12-1625 min
Divorce DialoguesHealing Conversations with Children of Divorce With Ellen BrunoIn 2013, Ellen Bruno released the documentary Split: Divorce Through Kids’ Eyes. In the film, 12 kids aged six to 12 share their experience of their parents’ divorce.
Ten years later, Ellen sat down with the same 12 kids for a sequel, Split UP: The TEEN Years. What did she learn about how to best support children through the process of divorce?
Ellen is an award-winning filmmaker with a background in international relief work. She is on a mission to change the culture of divorce in our country through her films and the Split Outreach Project.
Ellen is also a recipient of both Guggenheim and...2022-12-0225 minDivorce DialoguesAccelerate Your Healing with a Divorce Coach With Wendy SterlingMost women realize that the right team can help us move through the divorce process more quickly and easily.
But what if you’ve already got a therapist and supportive friends and family—and you still feel stuck?
Wendy Sterling is a top divorce recovery coach and healer, life transition specialist and creator of The Divorce Rehab program. She also serves as host of The Divorced Woman’s Guide podcast.
Wendy helps newly divorced women who are having trouble moving forward find joy, self-worth and freedom, and her work has been featured on NBC, The List and Thrive Global, among many o...2022-11-1826 minDivorce DialoguesFor Better Relationships, Set Clear Boundaries With Leanne KanzlerDo you have a hard time saying NO for fear of letting people down? Do you say YES out of obligation and then resent being coerced into something you didn’t really want to do?
To make relationships work, it’s important to set clear boundaries. But first, you’ve got to take the time to figure out what you want.
Leanne Kanzler is a psychologist and breakup coach who helps clients get to where they deserve to be, a happier and more content place within themselves.
Leanne has supported thousands of people on setting boundaries through her one-to-one coaching, group...2022-11-0425 minDivorce DialoguesChanging the Narrative on What It Means to Be a Woman in Midlife With Jennifer ArthurtonIf your identity is wrapped up in being a wife, a mother and a corporate executive, what happens if you lose your job? Or your kids leave the nest? Or you get a divorce?
In the year leading up to her 50th birthday, all three of those things happened to Jennifer Arthurton at once. And the future seemed like a big black hole.
But then Jennifer realized she had much wisdom and experience to share, and she reinvented herself.
Today, Jennifer is the empowerment coach, podcast host, writer and speaker behind Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community designed to...2022-10-2125 minDivorce DialoguesBuilding a Financial Life for Yourself Post-Divorce With Britt BakerWhen it comes to money management, many married women either defer to their partners or work out a financial division of labor.
But the paradigm shifts if you’re getting a divorce. And you may be insecure in your ability to manage money on your own for the first time.
So, how do you overcome the confidence gap and build a successful financial life for yourself post-divorce?
Harvard Business School Graduate and Money Mindset Coach Britt Williams Baker is Cofounder of Dow Janes, a financial education and empowerment platform that helps women pay off debt and get invested.
Britt and he...2022-10-0726 min
Inspiring BusinessKatherine Miller - Inspiring Business with Mark BullockInspiring Business, hosted by Mark Bullock, highlights business thought leaders who make a difference in the world through their services, products, or ideas.
In this episode, Mark interviews Katherine Miller, Founder and Owner of Miller Law Group, a family law practice servicing Westchester County and New York City. Katherine and her team of lawyers use tools such as Collaborative Law and mediation to empower their clients as they work towards solutions. Katherine is also host of her own podcast, Divorce Dialogues. Divorce Dialogues brings experts together to talk about what works (and what doesn’t...2022-09-2938 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Reduce Conflict & Save Money in Divorce With Andy HellerSo, you’d like to take the high road in your divorce, but you’re afraid you’ll get screwed in the process.
If you ask Andy Heller, that is a flawed way to look at things. In fact, he contends that there’s a positive correlation between conflict and cost in divorce.
And you can save money and protect your health and wellbeing by letting some things go and incorporating empathy into actions that affect your ex.
Andy is the author of Take the High Road: Divorce with Compassion for Yourself and Your Family, a roadmap of best practices to make...2022-09-2325 minDivorce DialoguesIs Divorce Financial Armageddon or Opportunity? - With David StolzDivorce is scary, especially if you're not confident in your ability to manage money independently.
But what if the end of your marriage is not the financial Armageddon you fear? What if it's actually an opportunity to take control of your financial future?
David Stolz is a certified public accountant, personal financial specialist and certified divorce financial analyst.
David has more than 20 years of experience working in the areas of tax and divorce financial planning, and he's the author the new release Women, Divorce and Money: Taking Control of Your Finances and Your Future.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues...2022-09-0925 minDivorce DialoguesAsset Protection & Estate Planning in Divorce With Harry BarthIf you’re in the process of getting a divorce, you’ve probably had enough with lawyers. So, why should you consider hiring yet another attorney?
Because if you fail to enlist the help of a lawyer who specializes in estate planning and asset protection, your ex-spouse will have the power to make important decisions about your life. Decisions you no longer trust them to make.
Asset Protection Advocate Harry Barth is Founder and Senior Managing Partner at Barth Calderon, LLP and coauthor of the book Planning Today for All Your Tomorrows.
A nationally recognized speaker on estate, business and asse...2022-08-1226 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Attract a Healthy, Sustainable Relationship With Roy BiancalanaIt’s easy to blame your exes for failed relationships. And believe that if you could just FIND the right partner, then you’d have lasting love.
But what if you need to BE the right partner in order to build a great relationship?
Roy Biancalana is a certified relationship coach and a nationally recognized expert in the field of attraction and conscious relationships. For the last 15 years, Roy has supported single people in the art of attracting healthy, sustainable intimate relationships.
Roy also serves as host of The Attracting Lasting Love Podcast and bestselling author of several books, including Rela...2022-08-0526 minDivorce DialoguesAssisted Reproduction & the Law in New York With Denise SeidelmanAssisted reproductive technology has dramatically changed the concept of family. And it wasn’t until the Child-Parent Security Act (CPSA) went into effect that the law in New York finally caught up with how children are being conceived.
But what happens if the parents of a child conceived with assisted reproduction get divorced?
Denise Seidelman is Cofounder of Rumbold and Seidelman, a firm specializing in adoption and reproductive law.
She served on the Board of Trustees for the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys and was one of three attorneys who drafted the CPSA.
On this episode of Divorce Di...2022-07-1526 minDivorce DialoguesMaking Divorce a Little Less Lonely With The exExpertsDivorce makes most people feel isolated and alone. But what if you had a friend going through the process at the same time? Someone to lean on for support and share your experiences?
Jessica Klingbaum and T.H. Irwin went through a divorce at the same time, and that shared experience inspired the two friends to found exEXPERTS, a vetted online resource and community for women navigating divorce.
Prior to cofounding exEXPERTS, Jessica spent 22 years as a network news producer, and T.H. built a career in experiential marketing and business development for the media industry.
On this episode of...2022-07-0126 min
Starting Over Stronger Podcast105 🗨️ Why You Need a Divorce Healing Retreat [Attorney & Divorce Dialogues Radio Show Host, Katherine Miller]From Katherine Miller, Divorce Dialogues Host:Has your divorce left you exhausted and longing to get away from it all? When a marriage ends, most people are physically and emotionally drained. After all the chaos, a week zoning out on a beach in the sun somewhere sounds just about perfect. But what if you could combine a relaxing retreat with intentional practices designed to help you process your feelings?After her divorce, Annie Allen shifted from her former training as a Certified Marriage and Family Counselor to Certified Divorce & Life Transition Coaching®. Now sh...2022-06-2935 min
Divorce DialoguesPositive Parenting Post-Divorce With Dr. Julie VernerDivorce can often be the impetus for changing the way we parent into a new child-centered approach.
Dr. Julie Verner is a clinical psychologist specializing in parenting and family life, including divorce and family transitions. As a married mother of four, she brings compassion and understanding to her professional work and a passion for raising and loving the little people in our lives. Besides her clinical work, she helps families through Instagram at Divorce Doodles and her children's books that explore ways to help free kids from big life burdens so they can get back to being kids.
On this...2022-06-1626 minDivorce DialoguesReal-Life Advice for Moms on Moving on Post Divorce With Michelle Dempsey - MultackHow do you learn to share your children with someone you no longer love, trust, or get along with?
And how do you handle other people's expectations of you and your situation in divorce?
Michelle Dempsey-Multack is a genuine girl power enthusiast. She's also a divorced, remarried mom & stepmom who is co-parenting with her daughter's father. The host of the popular Mom's Moving On podcast, Michelle, recently published her book of the same name with Simon and Schuster. Mom's Moving On is filled with empowering advice from someone who has been through it and has come out the other side.
...2022-06-0325 minDivorce DialoguesNavigating a Divorce for Special Needs Families With Mary Ann HughesDivorce is never easy, and when there is a child with special needs involved, it can be even more challenging.
Families need support and information to navigate the complexities of special needs divorces to reach the best possible outcome with as little time, money, and stress invested as possible.
Marianne Hughes is the proud mother of two sons on the opposite ends of the autism spectrum. After her divorce journey, where she successfully advocated for her children's needs, Marianne started Special Family Transitions to support families with children with disabilities as a valued Special Needs divorce coach and consultant.
On...2022-05-2026 minDivorce DialoguesThe Biggest Benefits of Postnuptial Agreements With Melinda M. PreviteraWe've all heard of prenuptial agreements, those agreements signed by the marrying parties before the wedding.
But what about postnuptial agreements?
They may be rare, but they can be just as valuable.
Many people don't understand that marriage is a legally binding contractual obligation. There are built-in legal requirements for support and property division within this contract, based on your state's law. You are entering into a legal agreement just by getting married why not go further and decide how you want your assets divided, instead of leaving it up to the state.
Melinda M. Previtera is a graduate of...2022-05-0526 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Financially Prepare For Your Divorce With Shara GoldfarbDivorce is a very complicated and emotional process on its own. It becomes even harder when we start separating the money.
Dividing marital funds during a divorce may seem daunting, but there are plenty of things you can learn to make the process as smooth as possible.
Shara Goldfarb is a family law attorney with the Miller Law Group and a certified divorce financial analyst.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Shara joins Katherine to discuss financial considerations that are important to make before starting the divorce process. She explains marital property versus separate property and what funds can be...2022-04-0824 min
Divorcing WellAlternatives to Litigation in Family Law with Katherine MillerMost people are unaware of all the potential paths in family law for resolutions, leading to questions such as: Is there a way to resolve our problems without enrolling in a huge fight? Is there any opportunity to settle with my dignity intact?
We’ve got the answers to these questions and more! Katherine Miller, founding attorney from the Miller Law Group in New York and Virtual Mediation Solutions, a boutique mediation firm, has over 30 years of experience helping people resolving their problems, reducing the conflict and pain, that regular litigation cases bring.
When Katherine wit...2021-11-0335 min
Divorce DialoguesThe Relationship Between Surrogates And Intended Parents With Alexis CirelFamily formation through gestational surrogacy can be a beautiful thing. It is also a lengthy, expensive process that comes with mental and emotional challenges. So, what do potential surrogates and intended parents, or IPs, need to know before they move forward? And how are both parties protected so that the surrogate-IP relationship thrives throughout the process?
Alexis Cirel serves as partner in the Matrimonial and Family Law Group at Warshaw Burstein. Alexis is also a recognized leader in the area of reproductive family law, and she was instrumental in the recent passage of the Child-Parent Security Act (CPSA) , the legislation...2021-04-2223 minDivorce DialoguesWhy Prenups Aren’t Just for the Rich & Famous with Soumya EvansA marriage is more than a romantic alliance. In the eyes of the law, saying I do makes you part of a financial partnership and social unit. And that has implications for EVERY couple, not just the rich and famous. So, what makes a prenuptial agreement a good idea? Is there a way to initiate the discussion without offending your husband- or wife-to-be?
Soumya Evans is a family lawyer, trained mediator and experienced litigator with a clear understanding of the emotional and psychological issues affecting families in separation and divorce. She has been practicing family law exclusively since 2013 and joined...2021-03-2625 min
That Music Podcast: A Podcast for Elementary Music Teachers36 | Katherine Miller's Music Teacher JourneySend us a text In this episode I share a conversation with Katherine Miller on her music teacher journey.Katherine Miller proudly teaches Kindergarten-5th grade music in Waukesha, WI as well as serving as a model tech classroom for her district. In 2018, she was recognized as a WPT Education Innovator by Wisconsin Public Television Education.Katherine holds a Bachelor of Music in Education degree from Otterbein University (Westerville, OH) and a Masters of Educational Leadership from Antioch McGregor Midwest (Yellow Springs, OH). The training she received gave her a firm foundation in l...2021-03-1728 min
Teacher TalksRelationship Stress and How to Manage ItIn week 3 of our series on stress relief practices for teaching in 2020, we are addressing the issue of relationship stress. The thing no one wants to talk about or even admit to having. We are getting clear and honest about our needs around communication and boundaries.
Learn how to get out of your own way and manage relationship stress like a boss.
For more on Love the Skin You're In wellness program check out KatMiller.org
Got a question? Email me at Katherine@TeachertoTeacherWellness.com
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...2020-10-2239 minTeacher TalksSELF-CARE for Stress ReliefLearn why it is important to lower our stress levels and why self-care is the KEY. Learn to budget for your self-care and take responsibility for your own well-being. No one can do it for you. Challenge yourself to incorporate at least 3 things this week and see how you feel. There are a ton of options here. Many of them do not cost you a dime. Make yourself the priority for once (even if just for 5 mins).
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To find out more about the "Love the Skin You're In" program...2020-10-1645 minTeacher TalksStress Relief: Release your energy with EXERCISEThe month of October is devoted to helping you find new ways of relieving stress.
What ways do you currently relieve stress? Are they truly working for you? Maybe it's time to try something new. This month is all about giving you new ideas to try. Let's start with releasing all that pent up energy and emotions. Move your body and find release. Exercise shouldn't be hard and it definitely should not feel like punishment. Find what feels good. Then schedule it, buy it, do it. Make it intentional. Tips for fitting self-care into a tight schedule a...2020-10-0622 minTeacher TalksSupplements for Energy & ImmunityThe month of September has been devoted to "What to Eat for Energy & Immunity". We close this week talking about great ways to supplement your nutrition for optimal energy and great overall health. Knowing where to start and which ones to choose can be quite overwhelming. If you have questions or want support moving forward I am here to help. It's what I do. If you have questions or just would like to know where to start for you send me an email. I am happy to support you in your efforts.
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Divorce DialoguesHow Substance Abuse Impacts Divorce with Aaron ThomasSubstance abuse adds another layer of complexity to the divorce process. So, what do you need to consider if you’re divorcing an addict? And what if you’re struggling with alcoholism or drug abuse yourself?
Attorney Aaron Thomas is the Founder of Aaron Thomas Law, a family law practice based in Atlanta, Georgia. Aaron began his legal career in 2002 as an in-house staff attorney for Habitat for Humanity International. He also served as a trial attorney in the Dekalb County Public Defender’s office for four years before starting his own practice and shifting his focus exclusively to family law in...2020-08-0524 minDivorce DialoguesStep One on the Path to Happily Divorced with India KernIf you’ve been blindsided by an unwanted divorce, the prospect of feeling joy again one day may seem impossible. But if you’re willing to do the work, you CAN choose better over bitter and take the first steps on the path to happily divorced.
India Kern is the Divorce Recovery Mentor behind India Kern Coaching, a practice dedicated to guiding clients through the transition from married to happily divorced. She specializes in working with people who feel stuck in their divorce pain, helping them gain confidence, build a sense of security, and find joy again. India is also the...2020-07-2225 minDivorce DialoguesNutrition & Wellbeing Through Divorce with Kristin KirkpatrickIf you’re in the middle of a divorce, meal planning is probably at the bottom of your priority list. But the fact is, what you eat (or don’t eat) has a serious impact on the way you feel—and the way you feel about yourself. So, what can you do to maintain good nutrition through such a stressful time?
Kristin Kirkpatrick is the award-winning dietician and nutritionist behind KAK Consulting and manager of of Wellness Nutrition Services at the Cleveland Clinic. With 18-plus years of experience in the health management space, Kristin has appeared on the TODAY Show, NBC Ni...2020-07-0824 minDivorce DialoguesHas Your Marriage Reached Its Expiration Date? with Debra DoakHow do you know if your marriage is over? And once you know, how do you overcome the fears associated with divorce?
Debra Doak is a Certified Divorce Coach and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst on a mission to give women the confidence they need to speak up for what they deserve in their relationships or at the negotiating table. Debra specializes in helping women make difficult decisions about marriage and money, and she is the author of High-Conflict Divorce for Women: Your Guide to Coping Skills and Legal Strategies for All Stages of Divorce.
On this episode of Divorce Dialogues...2020-06-2425 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Avoid Conflict & Coparent Well in Challenging Times with JoAnne Pedro-CarrollThe Coronavirus has thrown us all for a loop, forcing us to take on multiple roles at once. Parents are struggling to work from home and homeschool our children at the same time, all while managing financial challenges and fears around the health and safety of the people we love. And divorced parents have the added pressure of coparenting in a time when our parenting plans just aren’t feasible. So, what can we do to avoid conflict with our ex and show up for our kids as the best possible version of ourselves?
Clinical psychologist Dr. JoAnne Pedro-Carroll is an...2020-06-1126 minDivorce DialoguesRealistic Expectations for Successful Stepfamilies with Mary T. KellyThe divorce rate among couples in second marriages with kids is somewhere between 64% and 72%. And part of the reason is that stepfamilies face unique challenges and may not have a realistic picture of just how long it takes for stepparents and stepchildren to get comfortable with each other.
Mary T. Kelly, M.A. is the marriage and family psychotherapist behind Real Stepfamilies, a platform designed to educate, normalize and offer practical solutions for the complexities of being part of a blended family. Her private practice in Boulder, Colorado, focuses on helping step-couples and stepfamilies, and she has 18-plus years of...2020-06-1025 minDivorce DialoguesCoparenting Through COVID-19 with Cameron GoodmanIf you had trouble seeing eye to eye with your ex before the Coronavirus hit, the crisis likely magnified the issue. And with the current restrictions on travel, following your carefully crafted custody plan may be impossible. So, what is the best way to approach coparenting through COVID-19?
Cameron Goodman is the founder of Goodman Law Firm, a Chicago area boutique practice specializing in divorce and family law. With nearly 20 years of legal experience, Cameron is dedicated to helping families in transition move forward with their lives, leveraging the collaborative process whenever possible to produce favorable outcomes.
On this episode...2020-05-2723 minDivorce DialoguesSell Your Stuff & Start Fresh After Divorce with Tiffany Ann BeverlinIt’s difficult enough to move forward with your life after a divorce. But it’s harder yet if you’re still surrounded by the furniture, jewelry, or art acquired during the marriage. Tiffany Ann Beverlin argues that it’s not necessarily healthy to live among the ashes of broken marriage when you’re trying to build a new life. But where can you go to sell those items and get a fair price? Are there options beyond eBay or the local pawn shop?
Tiffany Ann is the Founder and CEO of Dreams Recycled, an online marketplace that specializes in selling it...2020-05-1325 minDivorce DialoguesBe Your Best Self in the Divorce Process with Nancy SteinerThe stress of a divorce can bring out the worst in us. Emotions are heightened, and we revert to our most-regressed selves. But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can commit to staying in a place of kindness and compassion, whether or not your ex reciprocates, and achieve a better result.
Nancy Steiner is the Founder and President of Steiner Coaching Solutions, a practice dedicated to helping people achieve higher levels of potential, creativity and confidence. Nancy spent 40 years producing documentary films and nonfiction network television, telling stories that offered a deeper understanding of the human condition. In...2020-04-2925 minDivorce DialoguesNavigating Eldercare in the Coronavirus Era with Barbara Newman-MannixFor adult children with aging parents, the current health crisis is particularly stressful. Some of us are caring for Mom or Dad at home without the help we’re used to. Others are cut off from our loved ones in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. So, what’s the best way to navigate our new role as caregiver if an elderly parent is home with us? Or stay connected to our aging parents if we can’t see them face-to-face?
Barbara Newman-Mannix is the Founder and CEO of A Dignified Life, a consultancy that helps families understand and manage major...2020-04-1522 minDivorce DialoguesWhen to Let Go & Go Through with Divorce with Dr. Frederick TiesengaMultiple songs have been written about the futility of trying to make someone love you. But if that someone is your spouse, you may spend years (and a lot of money) in the attempt. So, how do you know when it’s time to let go and go through with a divorce?
Dr. Frederick Tiesenga is an award-winning, board certified bariatric surgeon dedicated to helping people achieve a healthier lifestyle. He is also the author of I Do Until I Don’t: A Surgeon’s Story of Divorce and Healing, a collection of his experiences through marriage and divorce. In the bo...2020-04-1525 minDivorce DialoguesDivorce & Your Finances in a COVID-19 Economy with Steve KaplanThe Coronavirus has us all concerned about both our physical and financial health. The economic impact of the pandemic has changed the value of everything overnight, making the process of dividing assets for a divorce settlement particularly challenging. So, what’s the best way to cope with the uncertainty? And what are our options if we need cash in hand right now?
Steve Kaplan is the founder and owner of Steve Kaplan CPA, a practice focused on dispute resolution services out of White Plains, NY. He has 30-plus years of experience in public practice, developing an expertise in business valuation, fi...2020-04-1324 minDivorce DialoguesManaging Divorce in the Coronavirus Era with Michelle SmithThere is no precedent for how to negotiate a divorce under the current circumstances. We simply can’t ask what a division of assets looks like during a Coronavirus pandemic because it’s never happened before! So, how can divorcing couples get creative and collaborate on financially neutral solutions that serve both parties?
Michelle Smith is the Founder and CEO of Source Financial Advisors, a wealth management and divorce financial planning firm based in New York City. Michelle has spent the majority of her 29 year career helping clients navigate complex financial issues, and as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst designation and...2020-04-0927 minDivorce DialoguesHow to Build a Parenting Plan That Work for Your Children with Elyse GoldweberAmong the most painful aspects of divorce is not being able to see our children for extended periods of time. And the holidays can be especially difficult. So, what do divorcing parents need to consider as we negotiate a parenting plan that works for everyone involved? What can we do to protect our kids through the process and design an agreement that is as fair as possible?
Elyse Golweber has 30-plus years of experience in the realm of matrimonial law, family law and the dissolution of business partnerships. She began her career as a trial attorney for the US Department...2020-04-0125 min
Mutually Amazing Podcast#81 - Do you know about the power of Collaborative Divorce? Learn from Katherine Miller.Discover what Collaborative Divorce is and why it is such a powerful option for anyone. 95% of divorces settle before going to court and so why not settle with a positive, respectful outcome? Katherine Miller shares with Mike Domitrz all about this form of divorce. * You are invited to join our community and conversations about each episode on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/MutuallyAmazingPodcast and join us on Twitter @CenterRespect or visit our website at http://www.MutuallyAmazingPodcast.com** Katherine’s BIO: Katherine Eisold Miller is a Collaborative Lawyer and mediator with more than 30 years’ experience. She is the founder of The Miller Law...2019-12-1824 min
Divorce DialoguesHow Divorce Litigation Impacts Children with Shara GoldfarbDivorce litigation changes kids, and the attorney for the child witnesses this change firsthand. In contested custody matters, children watch the conflict between their parents play out in court—and no good comes from it. Some of these cases drag on for years, and the circumstances are toxic for the kids involved.
Shara Goldfarb is an attorney with the Miller Law Group whose practice centers on matrimonial and family law. She has 15-plus years of experience representing children in highly-contested custody matters and observing the devastating impact divorce litigation has on children inspired Shara to shift her practice toward mediation an...2018-10-3100 min
Divorce DialoguesThe Realities of Divorce Law with Jacqueline NewmanOur cultural vision of divorce court is very different from reality. We fantasize about justice and imagine that the judge will take our side. But the truth of the matter is that most cases settle, and in those that do make it to trial, the judgement has little to do with who is morally right. So, if trial decisions are an urban myth, what does divorce really look like?
Jacqueline Newman is a matrimonial law expert and divorce attorney based in New York City. As the managing partner of Berkman Bottger Newman & Rodd, a top-tier Manhattan firm, her practice consists...2018-10-0325 min
Divorce DialoguesReconnecting with Yourself After Divorce with Sara WoodardDivorce is a heart-wrenching process, but it is also an opportunity. Healing from the heartbreak affords you a new beginning, a chance to reconnect with who you are and what’s important to you.
Sara Woodard is the architect of The HeartFull Journey, a platform designed to help you reconnect with yourself in the aftermath of divorce. Sara has compiled the tools and resources she created during her own divorce journey, and her blog, online course and workbooks serve to support others in regaining their confidence and remembering that they are worthy of love.
Today, Sara joins Katherine to share th...2018-09-1822 min
Divorce DialoguesNavigating the Four Stages of Divorce with Liza CaldwellIf you’re reading this, you are likely familiar with the first stage of the divorce process, the stage Liza Caldwell identifies as Something is Wrong. The problem with stage one is that you can get stuck there, lost in a vicious cycle with your own thoughts. How do you move forward? Where can you go for support in taking action? And what resources are available to help you reinvent yourself once the divorce is final?
Liza Caldwell is the co-founder and director of SAS for Women: Support and Solutions for Thriving Beyond Divorce, an organization that provides resources and co...2018-07-2524 min
Divorce DialoguesDeveloping Radar for High-Conflict Personalities with Bill EddyIf you divorced someone with a high-conflict personality, you may be concerned about repeating the same cycle in your next partnership. What steps can you take to reflect on the dynamics of your relationships and develop radar for people with high-conflict personalities?
An international expert on managing disputes involving high-conflict personalities, Bill Eddy is the co-founder and Training Director of the High Conflict Institute. In addition, he is a Certified Family Law Specialist and Senior Family Mediator with the National Conflict Resolution Center in San Diego. Bill has written several books, including Dating Radar: Why Your Brain Says Yes to ‘Th...2018-07-1925 min
Divorce DialoguesRewriting Your Post-Divorce Storyline in 7 Simple Shifts with Deb PurdyIt is easy to get attached to your victim story and blame your ex for the fact that your marriage went up in flames. But there is a better way to approach divorce: It is possible to see it as a new beginning, an opportunity to learn about yourself and reinvent your life. So, how exactly do you learn to shift your thinking and rewrite your post-divorce storyline?
Deb Purdy is a transformational coach, speaker, author and workshop leader. She is also the creator of My Divorce Recovery Kit and the author of Something Gained: 7 Shifts to Be Stronger, Smarter...2018-05-0225 min
Divorce DialoguesPioneering Collaborative Divorce in New York with Barry BerkmanAfter 15 years of trying divorce cases in the courts, Barry Berkman had come to realize that ‘nobody ever won a divorce case.’ Litigation comes with a high price tag in the form of expense and the toxic effect on everyone involved, especially the children. So he started looking for a better way.
At a mediation training in California in the mid-1990’s, Barry was inspired by stories of matrimonial lawyers using the collaborative process who hadn’t been to court in years. He returned to New York and started the state’s first collaborative practice. Today, Barry is a founding partner at...2017-11-2824 min
Divorce DialoguesRedesigning Your Living Space Post-Divorce with Jodi TopitzNo matter the circumstances, divorce is intensely emotional, and we tend to focus on the internal journey of people navigating the process. But what about the externals? The space where we live and the objects we surround ourselves with have a significant impact on the way we feel—and designing a new space or reclaiming an old one can go a long way to helping people move on with their lives post-divorce.
Jodi Topitz is the founder of we2me, a unique interior design firm for divorcing couples and families in transition. Jodi supports clients in reclaiming their current home or...2016-10-2026 min
Divorce DialoguesA Better Way to Divorce Through the Collaborative Model with Sue Brunsting, Esq.By 2001, Suzanne Brunsting had been practicing as a matrimonial litigator for 20 years. The more experienced she got, the more difficult and contentious the cases referred to her. Day in, day out, she was witness to the damage endured by families embroiled in the process, especially the children at the center of custody battles. There had to be a better way. And that spring, a colleague introduced Sue to the collaborative model.
Now Sue is a collaborative lawyer and settlement advocate who helps divorcing clients reach agreements without resorting to the courts. Sue has 30-plus years of experience in the field o...2016-10-0624 min
Divorce DialoguesDignity, Self-Preservation and Conflict Resolution in Relationships with Donna HicksWhether a conflict involves international powers, corporate leadership, or a husband and wife, a violation of dignity is always the underlying cause. No matter the situation, we are all looking to be treated as if we have worth and value, and it is this fundamental desire for dignity that makes us human. How can a better understanding of the principles of dignity help us improve our relationships and address conflicts in a way that doesn’t perpetuate a destructive dynamic?
Donna Hicks has 20-plus years of experience as a facilitator in international conflicts in the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Colombia, Cu...2016-08-0327 min
Divorce DialoguesNobody WINS in a Litigated Divorce with Judge Sondra MillerThe vast majority of divorcing couples who choose litigation do so due to the misconception that the courts will protect them. The fact is, 97% of divorce cases in New York settle before they go to trial, and the judge is in no position to protect the 3% that do. The Honorable Sondra Miller spent 21 years in the court system, and she contends that divorcing couples are much better served by alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation and collaborative divorce.
Judge Miller received her law degree from Harvard University in 1953. She was a Westchester County Family Court Judge for three years...2016-04-0125 min
Divorce DialoguesThe Founding Father of Collaborative Divorce with Stu WebbIn 1990, Minneapolis divorce attorney Stu Webb was burned out and ready to call it a day. He had been practicing family law for 26 years, and he was done with the adversarial nature of litigation. Stu had a plan to quit his law practice, but he decided to quit ‘outrageously’ and try something completely different—working WITH the other lawyer toward a settlement for the divorcing couple. The concept worked, and Stu became the founding father of collaborative divorce.
Stu began to share information with small groups of like-minded lawyers across the country and built a community of professionals dedicated to out-of...2016-03-1024 min