Do I Really Hate Men?

This week Ang is joined by the wonderful Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers. A licensed sex and gender feminist physiotherapist, author, researcher and professor whose expertise covers sex therapy, spiritual intimacy, parenting and social justice. In this expansive interview with Ang, Tina shares her valuable insights on the importance of creating strong bonds with your children. Sometimes that will be through difficult conversations and sometimes through your actions. However, being open and honest, as Tina explains, is a pathway to a wonderfully rewarding parent and child relationship. KEY TAKEAWAYS Tina has a wealth of experience and her services cover a broad range of subjects. But she didn’t just arrive there overnight. She explains to Ang how her early career as a therapist brought up more questions than answers and how that set her on a quest for knowledge. One of the big areas Tina tackles in her work is sex therapy. She explains to Ang how our attitudes about sex are developed from a very early age, and without knowing, embed behaviours in us so deeply we don’t even know they exist. Forming a bond of trust with your child is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Ang and Tina discuss their individual experiences of having difficult conversations with their children and how this led to a stronger relationship with them in the long term. As Ang has highlighted many times in the past, being a single parent is one of the hardest jobs you can have. Drawing on her wealth of knowledge and years of experience, Tina gives her advice on how to approach this role. BEST MOMENTS “You don’t need to figure everything out, you just need to be two years ahead of your kids.” “Be brave enough to look at your past and then you can begin to heal your present.” “When you open up to your children you are communicating with them that you are brave enough to talk about hard subjects with them.” GUEST LINKS @DrTinaShameless Facebook TinaSSellers drtinaschermesellers www.TinaSchermerSellers.com EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have five powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.

Ang has talked a lot on the show about how to deal with the immediate effects of divorce and how life can flourish once the memory of divorce is in your rear view mirror. However, what has remained unaddressed is how you get from A-B. That’s why, on this week’s episode, Ang is here to share with you how to get from the saddest of places to the happiest. From practical tips to Ang sharing her first hand experience this episode is all about transforming your life after adversity so that you can prosper and be the best version of you. How to transform your life after adversity. KEY TAKEAWAYS Pain and divorce come hand in hand, but it is often something we try to bury as we are busy dealing with the logistics of the separation. However, Ang is here to tell you that the pain is an important part of the process that shouldn't be overlooked. It is natural to think “Why me?” when going through divorce which in turn conjures up feelings of not being good enough. But, the truth is, as Ang explains, divorce is an opportunity for you to make yourself feel more than enough. But how do you actually rebuild your confidence? Ang shares her top tips and techniques so that you can be brimming with confidence once more. Any aspect of personal growth starts with changing your mindset. Ang shares how she uses positive affirmations to help her move into a positive mindset. BEST MOMENTS “When we experience something life changing it forces us to face the truth of who we are.” “Confidence isn’t something you are born with, it’s something you build.” “If you walk around with worry and fear it’s like walking around with an umbrella waiting for it to rain.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have five powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.

This week Ang is joined by Amanda Bell who started her career as a divorce lawyer before founding ‘SeparateSpace’, an online, affordable divorce platform, that Amanda co-founded after realising that the majority of people that need legal support during a divorce simply can’t afford to access it. In this interview with Ang, Amanda breaks down what the major hurdles people going through a divorce face, some of the common mistakes that can prove extremely costly, what is missing from traditional legal support and how Separate Spaces solve all these problems so that you can access the support you need without breaking the bank. KEY TAKEAWAYS Amanda explains how the idea of ‘SeparateSpace’ was born, why she believes it is needed and the gap that it fills for those not able to access comprehensive legal support. Divorce proceedings don’t follow a ‘one size fits all template’. Amanda explains how SeparateSpace accounts for this by providing scripts, tips and suggestions based on your individual needs. A lawyer will focus purely on the legality of the divorce proceedings but sometimes you need help with the little things that will crop up. Amanda discusses how she realised there was a need for this support and how she built it into SeparateSpace. There are a lot of common mistakes that people make when going through divorce proceedings, most of which can be avoided. Amanda shares her top tips on how to avoid these. BEST MOMENTS “Divorce impacts every aspect of a person's life. Including their mental and physical health.” “Divorce is about how you communicate, don’t let it break down, that’s when it becomes expensive.” “Legal procedures, and even laws themselves, change over time. Make sure you are receiving the most up to date information.” GUEST LINKS www.separatespace.co.uk On Instagram: @separatespace linkedin.com/in/amandabell-separatespace EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have four powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.

With the school holidays approaching fast, Ang is taking a deep dive into the topic of taking your kids on holiday as a single parent. Taking your kids on holiday after a divorce can be a daunting task. Not only do you have to organise everything by yourself, you have to be the one who makes it all run smoothly too. But, it is also essential to show your kids that life goes on after divorce, and that things like holidays are part of the new normal. KEY TAKEAWAYS After Ang’s divorce, she was determined that her kids would not miss out on their annual holiday abroad. She talks about the first time she and the boys went on holiday, the worries she had prior, but the reward that came with it. But what is it about holidays with your children as a single parent that makes them feel so special? Ang gives her theory on why these vacations stand out above others. Ang shares her top tips on how to make the holiday special for both you and your children, such as creating your traditions. If you think you are not ready to take your children away by yourself, fear not, Ang has some tips and tricks to help you have a stress-free solo holiday. BEST MOMENTS “Stepping into your power is the most important thing you can do to face the challenges that lie ahead after a divorce.” “Life continues after divorce. If you can show your children this, it will be a powerful lesson for them.” “Involve your children in the planning. If they feel engaged they will become more excited.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 Exciting news! I now have three powerful and affordable course downloads available in my Patreon Shop—starting at just £20. Each one is designed to help you take meaningful steps forward in your healing and growth journey.

This week, Ang is joined by Diane Schroeder, life coach, TED talker and host of ’The Fire Inside Her’ podcast. Diane’s mission is to help growth focused humans create a plan to navigate life transitions. But, the story of how Diane arrived at this mission is fascinating. In this interview with Ang, she recounts how a career in the fire service, a traumatic divorce and fixing up a new house all lead her to fix herself and, in turn, give her the power and confidence to help others fix themselves. KEY TAKEAWAYS Diane chose not to go to college in order to stay home and care for her sick grandmother, which led her to get a job locally, as a firefighter. However, as she explains to Ang, after 25 years she took the brave move to leave that career behind and pursue her dreams Prior to leaving her job, Diane went through a traumatic divorce, which led her to being a single, working parent. She relays to Ang how she managed to pull herself back from a dark place that she never thought she would escape from. Diane has been using ‘Talking Parents’, the app that sponsors Ang’s show, for over 10 years. She discusses with Ang how the app has been vital to maintaining a healthy parenting relationship with her ex partner over the last decade. Not only did Diane find a new career, but she also found new love. She explains to Ang how the process of self healing and acceptance led her to find a new, healthy, relationship. BEST MOMENTS “Our children don’t need us to save them, they need to watch us save ourselves.” “You are good enough. You can do it on your own. Once you realise that, it will help you to change.” “You might not agree with your ex on everything, but when you both learn to put your children first, everything will be better.” EPISODE LINKS The Fire Inside Her Website The Fire Inside Her Instagram Diane Email Diane Linkedin Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang has hit a very special milestone...50 episodes! To celebrate this remarkable achievement, Ang is looking back at some of the best moments from the last 50 shows, sharing some of her favourite guests, episodes and personal triumphs. From the first episode, stepping into the unknown, to now having 50 episodes in the bank and listeners all over the globe, it’s fair to say that Ang has come a long way. So, join her in celebrating 50 incredible episodes and look forward to 50 more as Ang vows to keep going. KEY TAKEAWAYS Did you know that many prominent social media accounts and podcasts actually pay for followers and engagements. Ang shares her thoughts on this and how it affects those that are trying to be authentic and genuine. Of Ang’s fifty episodes so far, twenty-one of them have featured guests. Ang looks back at some of her favourites and gives you some recommendations of episodes to listen to. Ang’s mission from day one has been to help all women going through or recovering from divorce, not just those that can afford high cost mentorships. Ang explains her reasoning around this. There have been many highs for Ang over the last year, but also a few lows. She reflects on this in the wider view of life and how we can use those lows to propel us forward. BEST MOMENTS “Only 12% of podcasters make it to episode 50 and only 7% to episode 100” “In life you have to find your own path, even if everyone around you thinks it’s not what you should be doing.” “The joy of life is in living and celebrating, not in the struggle and fear.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm Access my new download 'How to Start to Transform Your Life' here... My brand-new downloadable course is the fast-track guide to reclaiming your happiness. 45 pages of magic! Simple, self-paced, and packed with tools that WORK. And for just £25 or $29, you can start today, at your own pace. https://www.patreon.com/user/shop/how-to-start-to-transform-your-life-1288624?u=114049946&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_link If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns www.doireallyhatemen.com To receive a FREE copy of my 'From Breakup to Breakthrough' cheat sheet- please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is joined by Tina Laws, a relationship and intimacy consultant and mediator, who works with individuals to help them balance their careers and relationships without losing their marriage. Tina was a successful career focused woman living the life that most people envied, at least from the outside. But when she discovered that her marriage was suffering as a result of career ambitions she knew she had to take action. In this interview with Ang, Tina recounts her amazing life story and how that one realisation led her on the path to helping numerous men and women that have found themselves in the same position that she was in. KEY TAKEAWAYS Tina is, and has been for many years in a happy marriage. However, when she started thinking about her career night and day, she realised her marriage was in danger. She explains to Ang how this set her on the path of her current career. Tina explains some of the common problems she sees with clients that visit her, and how most of them stem from the same cause…complacency. Tina outlines her approach to working with couples and how she always finds that, after the first meeting, the couples come to realisations that they have overlooked for years. Between 60 and 70% of second marriages fail. Tina and Ang discuss why they think this is the case and the work you can do ‘in between’ marriages to make sure your second go is successful. BEST MOMENTS “Most people think ‘We’re in love and that should be enough’, but you have to work at your relationship everyday to keep it strong.” “The most important thing you can do to help your partner is listen.” “Intimacy doesn’t start in the bedroom.” GUEST LINKS Www.tinalawsconsulting.com @tinatlaws EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week, Ang is tackling a subject that can often be difficult for single mothers - Mothers Day. Due to custody arrangements, it is often the case that mothers day falls on a day that is not your scheduled day with the kids, which can leave you feeling like you're missing out on your own special day. But, as Ang explains in this episode, you are not alone. Whether it’s finding a way to celebrate yourself or making alternate arrangements with your children, there is always a way to make mothers day a special time of the year, regardless of your situation. KEY TAKEAWAYS A big part of mothers day is having a partner that helps your children buy you a card or a special gift, but when that partner is no longer there, the day changes dramatically. Ang discusses the importance of planning mothers day early as a single parent to navigate this new scenario. What if you can’t have your kids on mothers day? It might feel like the end of the world, but it isn’t as Ang has a solution! The time you do get to spend with your children on mothers day is special and should be treasured. Ang shares her favourite things to do on mothers day to give you some ideas. Mother’s day isn’t just about spending time with your children, it’s also about spending time with your mother. But, if your mother is no longer here, that can be hard. Ang talks about how she remembers her mother on this special day. BEST MOMENTS “If your ex refuses to change their custody day to accommodate mothers day, that says more about them than it does about you.” “Being a mother is the hardest job you’ll ever love.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is joined by fellow single parent and podcaster, Irina Shehovsov. As well as a podcaster, Irina is also an NLP trainer and coach, time line therapy master practitioner, motivational speaker and a best-selling author. After her divorce, Irina realised that nobody could save her but herself. This realisation led her to go on a journey of self-discovery and learning. Once she came out the other side she understood how a holistic approach to health could help other women who had gone through similar experiences and so she set about sharing her learnings. KEY TAKEAWAYS After going through her divorce Irina came to the realisation that she didn’t know who she really was. She explains to Ang that once she decided to rescue herself her life changed dramatically. Irina discusses how bringing together mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health is the key to living a more fulfilled life. Becoming a single parent has a stigma attached to it as everyone perceives it as a negative, but the ladies put a positive spin on their situation and discuss the many benefits of being a single parent. Irina talks about ‘The Happiness Academy’ a daily programme that she delivers focusing on holistic health and shares stories of the long term benefits. BEST MOMENTS “Sometimes we don’t appreciate what we have until we have lost it.” “Nobody is coming to save you, you’ve got to save yourself.” “Holistic health is the key to finding the life that you want and achieving your dreams.” GUEST LINKS

On the show this week Ang is tackling a subject that is very close to her heart, and one she has first hand experience of - representing yourself in court during a custody battle. When Ang found herself unexpectedly thrust into the position of representing herself in court she had to learn fast or face losing custody of her children. And learn fast she did. In this episode Ang is going to impart all her knowledge to you from a McKenzie friend to the importance of preparation and controlling your emotions to the role of self care, so that you can fight the best fight possible for your future and your children. KEY TAKEAWAYS There are many reasons you may decide, or even be forced to, represent yourself in court during a custody hearing. Ang breaks down the various scenarios and shares the details on how she found herself in this position. Representing yourself in court isn’t like the movies. There are rules and procedures. Sharing a story of how she learnt this lesson, Ang gives an overview on how and why you should be prepared. Going through this process can be anxiety inducing and create feelings of self doubt. Ang recounts some of the many emotions she experienced throughout her time and court and how she dealt with them. Preparation is everything when you find yourself in this fight. Ang gives a comprehensive overview of the many areas you should prepare for and how best to organise your case. BEST MOMENTS “Not only can you do this, if you do, you’ll come out stronger, wiser and more in control than ever before.” “It can be hard, but try to avoid the drama and focus on the reason you are there…your children.” “If you are fighting for your children, make sure you can clearly state why your children will benefit from being with you.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is joined by Steven Baron, published author, public speaker and a child psychologist who now works in a private practice after 30 years working in primary and secondary schools. Steven has a unique perspective and approach to child psychology, an approach that has been forged through years of seeing too many psychologists focusing on the negatives. In this interview with Ang, Steven discusses his methods, his experiences and his successes and how focusing on the good can change your child's life. KEY TAKEAWAYS After years of working in Schools with children, Steven became tired of the negative approach around child psychology and how the emphasis seemed to always be on finding out what “was wrong with the child.” He explains to Ang how he had a lightbulb moment that shifted his career after being commissioned to write a book. Steven breaks down his new approach to child psychology, focusing on ‘what’s going well’, and shares with Ang the positive effects this has on the children he works with A trait that is common in many parents that have just experienced divorce is to try and compartmentalise their emotions and not show them in front of their children. Steven discusses how this is a big mistake and offers ideas of healthier ways to approach dealing with your emotions. Ang and Steven discuss the importance of the teacher, parent, child triangle and how, ultimately, the child's relationship with their teachers as a role model is infinitely more important than the one of educator/student. BEST MOMENTS “Focusing on what is going right instead of what's going wrong can fundamentally change a child's mindset.” “It’s important to educate children about emotions and let them know that it’s ok to experience them.” “A child won’t remember what you taught them, they’ll remember how you made them feel.” EPISODE LINKS Guest Links https://www.drstevenbaron.com/ https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-with-a-Strength-Based-Approach-How-to-Motivate-Students-and-Build/Baron/p/book/9781032432571 Facebook: Dr Steven Baron / LinkedIn: Dr Steven Baron / Twitter @drstevenbaron1 Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm To Connect With Me: htts://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my 7 Day Journey to Healing After Divorce, Join my Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/reclaimherpower If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week, Ang is here with a special Valentine's Day episode. Valentine's can be a hard time of year, especially if you’ve just been through a divorce or even if you’ve been on your own for some time. Traditions and expectations associated with the day can make us feel like we’re not good enough if we do indeed spend it alone. However, fear not, Ang is here to reframe Valentine’s Day for all those powerhouse single parents out there. In this episode, Ang breaks down how you can change your Valentine’s Day into a day where you celebrate the love you have for yourself and give yourself the best Valentine’s Day you have ever had. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ang’s first Valentine’s Day after her divorce started out as a very difficult day. But, a moment of realisation helped her change the narrative and have her best Valentine’s to date. She details her experience so that you can learn from it. Ang’s first tip for making Valentine’s Day a day to remember is to look back on how far you’ve come already and to find the positives. And, even if you don’t see them straight away, Ang reveals, they do exist. Valentine’s Day can act as a spotlight that shines on what you are missing and not what you have. But, Ang reminds you that being alone is not the same as loneliness and being by yourself can very well be an opportunity to grow. What if you reframed Valentine’s Day to celebrate the love you have for yourself? Ang lays out how this can work and how it will make you feel. BEST MOMENTS “It can take a lot of strength to pull yourself up when you’re in a difficult place, but doing so can be the most rewarding and healing thing you can do.” “Affirmations can feel foreign after a difficult relationship, but they can make such a positive difference in your life.” “If you don’t love yourself, now is a great time to start because we can’t expect anyone to love us if we don’t love ourselves.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

‘This week Ang is joined by Lisa Quait personal coach and creator of the ‘Real Women’s Stories’ Podcast. Lisa has had an extraordinary life with great personal hardship. But, due to her incredible determination and fuelled by the love of her daughter, she has overcome her hardships to find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow we all search for. In this interview with Ang, Lisa shares her journey of love, loss and heartache, but also, how knowing your worth is key to finding your happiness. KEY TAKEAWAYS Lisa’s parents divorced when she was only 3 years old. She recounts how this experience shaped her early life and the effects it had on her. Feeling the pressure society puts upon you, Lisa got married at 30, knowing it was a mistake. However, the marriage gave her her first child. She explains to Ang how this changed everything for her. Lisa formed a strong bond with her grandparents after her parents separated. As she grew older, she began to realise how special their relationship was, which, as she tells Ang, led her to accepting that her marriage was over. As Lisa was going through her divorce she reconnected with an old friend. When they found themselves falling in love, they realised they had to do things right. She shares with Ang how this relationship was approached with all that she had learned. BEST MOMENTS “Asking for help is the hardest thing to do, but it’s also the best.” “Don’t settle for average. Hold out for the life that you and your children deserve.” “Therapy is an excellent tool for helping you organise your mind, but the real work happens at home.” To connect with Lisa: lisa@realwoman.coach https://realwoman.coach/ lisa@realwoman.coach EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is going back to the beginning and looking at how to navigate the early days of separation. It is a time when you are bombarded with emotions, which can affect your behaviour in so many ways. In this episode, Ang gives her advice on how best to manage your emotions, look after yourself, and your children, so that the pain and discomfort of a separation can be somewhat managed and put you on the road to a happier, healthier future. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you finally make the decision to separate you will be overcome with a variety of emotions. Ang explains why it is important to recognise these feelings first, before you act on them. If you have children, then the conversation you have with them about your separation will be a difficult one. Ang gives her advice, born from experience, on how best to approach this conversion with them. Once your children learn of the separation they will be overcome with emotion, just as you were. Ang discusses how best to guide them through this period. One thing that is often overlooked when going through a separation is yourself. Ang stresses the importance of being kind to yourself and accepting what is happening. BEST MOMENTS “The moment you realise your relationship is ending it can bring about so many confusing and overwhelming emotions.” “Whatever you are feeling, know that your feelings are valid.” “When talking to your children, avoid blaming your partner.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

As you may have noticed over the past few weeks, Ang has been partnering with a new app “TalkingParents.”, which aims to help separated parents communicate and co-parent with ease. This week on the show, Ang is delighted to be joined by its creator and founder Stephen Nixon. In this interview, Stephen explains how a family law case he was involved in made him realise that there was a practical solution to a universal problem faced by separated parents all over the world and, how his solution, ‘The TalkingParents App’, can lead to a healthy, court free relationship with your ex. KEY TAKEAWAYS ● When Stephen’s brother left the law firm that they had established together, Stephen found himself thrust into the world of family law. He explains how his experience on a particular case inspired him to launch the TalkingParents app. ● Whilst some relationships between parents can turn sour after a divorce, some do stay civil and, these people, do not see the need to record their communication. But, as Stephen explains, TalkingParents can be an effective tool, regardless of the relationship with your ex. ● One of the features on the TalkingParents app is the ‘shared calendar.’ Stephen explains how this is different to a regular calendar and how it enables both parties to have a comprehensive, up to date understanding of what they have agreed to. ● With a lot of parenting apps on the market these days it takes something special to stand out. Stephen details how TalkingParents, with its wide range of unique features, makes it a leader in the field. BEST MOMENTS “Even if your children don’t see the arguments they are still feeding off your emotions and that will negatively affect them.” “It’s amazing how much time is wasted in court with things that could have been resolved sooner.” “A lot of people that go to family court end up going back several times. Good communication can help prevent this, and the scaling costs.” EPISODE LINKSUse the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm Connect with Stephen and TalkingParents here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-nixon-1396141aa/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkingparents/ If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

It’s that time of year when it’s easy to start feeling down. The excitement of Christmas and New Year are over and we find ourselves ‘back at the grindstone’. However, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. What if you could make this year your best one yet? From reframing ‘New Year’s Resolutions’ to prioritising self care and creating accountability, Ang is here to help you set yourself up for a life changing 2025. KEY TAKEAWAYS We’ve all made new year's resolutions and we’ve all broken, or given up on them after a week. But what if there was a different way to look at the promises we make ourselves at the end of the year? Ang breaks down her method of ’Flexible New Year Goals’. Ang credits her change in mindset as the biggest factor in moving past the pain of her divorce. She shares how she did this and encourages you to do the same in order to thrive in 2025. No matter how achievable or sensible our goals are, we can sometimes fail if we are only accountable to ourselves. Ang talks about the importance of accountability and how third parties can help us achieve this. Sometimes we don’t realise how far we’ve come until we look back and evaluate. For this reason, Ang is a big champion of celebrating progress. She talks about why this is important and how to find success when you think you might have failed. BEST MOMENTS “Think about what truly matters and break it down into actionable steps.” “Being intentional about your future means taking control and making deliberate choices.” “Selfcare is the foundation for a resilient and fulfilling life.” EPISODE LINKS Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission - to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

The new year can often bring about feelings of wanting to finally find the love of your life. With that in mind, Ang has invited relationship expert, life coach and author, Lara Lee Caine, onto the show. Lara’s speciality is helping women heal the relationship they have with themselves so that they can flourish and find love. In this interview with Ang, Lara gets into the fundamentals of how building a better you is the only way to build a lasting, loving romance. From learning to love and trust yourself, to attachment styles and understanding your values, the ladies cover it all so that 2025 can be the year you find the one. KEY TAKEAWAYS After going through cycles of negative and damaging relationships, Lara decided to look inward in an attempt to understand what attracted her to these types of partners. She shares her journey and how the things she discovered led her to where she is today. You will only ever attract what you think you are worth. Lara discusses the idea that most people have a deep rooted fear of ‘not being enough’ and how overcoming this can finally lead to happiness in love. Whilst friends and family can have the best intentions when giving relationship advice, they will always be biased. Lara talks about the process and importance of learning to trust yourself and your own feelings. Did you know that everyone has a different ‘attachment style’ which fundamentally affects the way you behave in a relationship. Lara explains what attachment styles are and how you can course correct if you have a negative one. BEST MOMENTS “It’s not about finding the perfect person, it’s about finding the person who is perfect for you.” “Our external world is a reflection of our internal world.” “Love is a fundamental human need and when we have it, we flourish.” EPISODE LINKS Guest Contact information; www.laraleecoaching.com http://linkedin.com/in/lara-lee-caine-5b7572b6 https://www.facebook.com/lara.filmer To connect with Ang use this link; https://linktr.ee/angaab6 Use the link below to sign up to the TalkingParents App. 30 Day FREE trial available alongside a completely FREE option too! https://talkingparents.com/dirhm If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

Welcome to the second part of Ang’s two part special on Christmas. There are so many traditions around Christmas and New Year and we always feel like we have to adhere to them to please others or because ‘that’s what Christmas should be’. However, in this episode Ang proposes a new way to approach Christmas and New Year. From doing away with New Year's resolutions to being selfish over the holidays, Ang is giving you the tools to start some new Christmas traditions and to make 2025 the best year yet. KEY TAKEAWAYS Christmas is different after a divorce, whether you want it to be or not. It took Ang a little while to work this out, but as she explains here, planning is the key to having the Christmas you want. You can’t control what other people do but, you can control how you respond. Ang talks about the concept of ‘Just Let Them’ and how it can help you cope with negative behaviours from others so that they don’t spoil this special time of year. Everyone makes a New Year's resolution, but how many of us really stick to them? Ang proposes an alternative “A Last Year Funeral”. She explains this concept, of letting go of the negativity in your life, and how it can make your new year the best yet. Ang shares the details of her Christmas gift to you and how it can help you through the festive period and move into the new year with a more positive mindset. BEST MOMENTS “Don’t look for others to make your life great, make it great yourself.” “You must live with the determination and awareness to move forward with a different mindset.” “Even if you believe in fate and destiny, you must take proactive action to make it happen.” EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

This week Ang is joined by Lynn Schulte, birth healing specialist, pelvic health physiotherapist and founder of the ‘Institute for Birth Healing’, which helps women heal from all the issues they face after birth. Directly after birth all women shift their entire focus on to their newborn, any lingering pain or discomfort the mother may feel is chalked up to ‘the difficulty of giving birth’. But, what most women don’t realise is that the trauma of giving birth can lead to pain, both mental and physical, that will last a lifetime if it is not addressed. In this episode, Lynn covers the whole topic of birth related trauma, the consequent pain and how to heal in the short term so that your body and mind are where they need to be. KEY TAKEAWAYS With 30 years of experience as a physiotherapist Lynn had to move states and start her practice from scratch. It was here that she discovered a revelation that led to her work with postnatal women. Giving birth is a beautiful, yet traumatic, experience. Lynn explains how the body and mind react to this trauma and how the pain and problems that women experience after birth are a direct result of this trauma. Once the trauma associated with the pain is identified it is time to work on healing. Lynn breaks down how she works with her patients to heal their bodies, and their minds. Lynn talks about the various positions that women lie in when giving birth and how they affect the resulting pain and problems they can incur post birth. BEST MOMENTS “Our issues remain in our tissues until we get help with them.” “The cells of our body get stuck in that place of trauma and we need to heal them so we can move into present day awareness.” “You can need from the mind alone, you have to reconnect it to your mind." https://directory.instituteforbirthhealing.com/ https://centerforbirthhealing.com/ https://youtu.be/JRUPAwTN1P4?si=GH1srYGpyNlhFuKD EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men’ podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside. This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain, lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don’t hate men! It’s important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

Welcome to the first of a two part series where Ang tackles the challenge that is Christmas as a divorcee. Continuing on her quest to help others however she can, Ang is looking back at her first Christmas after her divorce and sharing with you the mistakes she made so that you don't make them too. From the unrealistic expectations we can put on Christmas to the challenges of deciding who has access to the children, Ang has been there and got the t-shirt and, she is going to share her secrets to making Christmas the best it can be for you and your loved ones.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Ang made the decision to leave her ex husband in September, on top of the divorce, moving house and caring for her children, Christmas was just around the corner. She talks about how she struggled to juggle all of these emotions and events at once.  Ang looks back on her Christmas' when she was with her husband and how she always felt that her two sons were missing out on some of the magic and how she was desperate to change that post divorce.  Despite Ang's best efforts to plan the perfect Christmas for her and her boys, when Christmas morning arrived they were greeted by the one thing they had never prepared for...their emotions. Ang talks about how the reality of being a ‘broken family' on Christmas morning hit them hard.  Despite Ang's difficult first Christmas and her desire to hide away from the world, she was visited by a little Christmas miracle of her own which made her realise the true meaning of Christmas. BEST MOMENTS “If this is your first Christmas alone then plan for the unexpected.” “Be kind to yourself but, if you need to cry, have a cry and then move on.” “If you do find yourself alone at Christmas then use that time to make plans for yourself and your life to build a better 2025.” EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

Ang has been having a few technical difficulties with the podcast in recent weeks and has spent quite a bit of time trying to overcome them. Whilst it was initially getting her down, with the help of some friends, she powered through, after realising why she started the show in the first place - to spread positivity. Inspired by these events, Ang has dedicated this week's episode to managing your time and random acts of kindness, to help you realise that what you need the most, might be right in front of you.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Our lives can become so busy with ‘stuff' that we sometimes don't have the time to stop and realise what we're doing. When Ang's working hours got in the way of her spending time with her children she decided to do a time audit and reevaluate where, and with whom, she spends her time.  We all have a habit of saying ‘yes' to everything. Either out of kindness, or from a fear of letting others down. However, as Ang has discovered, and explains, saying ‘no' can have huge benefits to you and those around you. How often do you stop to ‘smell the roses'? Ang has realised how there are many thing in her life that she should be grateful for, but how they are easily missed if we don't take a moment to acknowledge them. Something that hit home for Ang when her friends helped her  fix her podcast issues is that kindness is free. But more than that, it makes you feel good as well as the person you're helping. Ang reflects on this and shares the many simple ways you can bring a little joy to someone's life.  BEST MOMENTS “Time becomes more valuable the more you realise it's running out.” “Saying no will create the space that you need to say yes to the things that nourish you and make you feel good.” “Forgive yourself for a past mistake and remind yourself that you are doing the best that you can.”   EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

Although we associate money with happiness, it can, in truth, be the cause of many problems. That is why, this week, Ang has invited Dominic Baldwin, CEO of Xentum Ltd on to the show. Dominic's company focuses on helping people with lifestyle wealth planning. Where most financial advisors will advise you in ways that benefit them, and their cut of your money, Dominic approaches financial advice from a wellbeing point of view. In this interview with Ang, Dominic outlines the steps and strategies he uses that can help you achieve healthy, financial wellbeing.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Dominic's father lost his parents at a very early age and, as a result, found himself to be financially independent. Dominic later discovered that the people advising his father about his finances did not have his best interests at heart. Dominic explains how this led him on the path to forming Xentum Ltd. Most financial advisors will ask you how much money you have and then try to increase that amount by investing and/or attempting to save you from paying a high tax bill. Dominic outlines how his service offers something different - financial advice from a humanistic point of view.  Most of us spend our lives trying to achieve financial wellbeing. Dominic lays out his tried and tested method on how he helps his clients get there.  Through his work with his clients, Dominic realised that most of them were also in need of emotional support. This led him to form another company, Xentum Wellbeing. He explains what this company does and how it can help you.  BEST MOMENTS “Don't dream in black and white, dream in technicolour.”  “There's no correlation between happiness and your bank balance.” “If your advisor is being remunerated as a percentage of your success then there is a conflict of interest.” www.xentum.co.uk   www.xentum.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-baldwin EPISODE LINKS Connect with me on social media here https://linktr.ee/angaab6 If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com

This week Ang is here for a quick episode to share with you how she became a life coach. After facing the triple gut punch of divorce, discovering a lump in her breast and redundancy, Ang knew she needed to save herself as no one else was going to do it. After searching for answers, Ang found her purpose in life coaching and wasted no time in setting up her own business so that she could help others as she herself had been helped. She shares her journey in this episode and how her coaching has gone from strength to strength, and helped so many women, including, most recently, with the success of her new book KEY TAKEAWAYS Shortly after Ang's son was born she faced three huge challenges back to back. But, instead of letting the grief consume her, she decided to fight back. She explains how this traumatic time led her into the world of life coaching. Over the years Ang has discovered numerous quick tips on how to improve your life. She shares some of her favourites here.  When times are bad, it can be easy for us to blame others for our hardship. However, the only person that is responsible for our lives is ourselves. Ang explains how she discovered helping yourself is the best way to move forward.  BEST MOMENTS “Think of the impact on your life if you invested the time you spend watching TV on personal growth.” “If you want a helping hand, look at the end of your arm.” “Take responsibility for your own life, it's in your control.” EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is joined by Nadine Pittam, accredited psychotherapist and host of the “This Won't Fix You”. Nadine specialises in working with clients who experience intense feelings of love and are prone to obsessions, or more commonly referred to as ‘love addicts'.  The majority of Nadine's work centres around helping people come to terms with the loss of a loved one, the very definition of divorce. In this interview with Ang, Nadine addresses what physiotherapy actually is, its benefits and shares some fascinating insights on how we feel about our feelings.   KEY TAKEAWAYS  ●      A lot of people have predetermined ideas of what psychotherapy entails, mainly based on its portrait in the movies. However, Nadine describes what therapy really entails and the benefits that come from it. ●      Trauma can present itself in multiple ways and, sometimes, they are not always obvious. Nadine and Ang discuss some of the ways trauma can manifest and why it is important to address it before it takes hold. ●      After experiencing a divorce it is very common to suddenly feel incomplete, to feel that our ‘other half' has disappeared. Nadine explains the importance of acknowledging these feelings and the steps you can take to process these thoughts.  ●      Those people that do enter into therapy use it as a tool to get past the impending crisis they are facing. However, as Nadine explains, those that enter into therapy for the long haul have an opportunity to transform their lives in ways they never thought possible.     BEST MOMENTS “Whoever you are or whatever you've done, your behaviour makes sense.” “Therapy isn't talking about your feelings, it's talking about how you feel about your feelings.” “If you keep something in the dark for long enough, it will develop.”   EPISODE LINKS If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107   To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com GUEST SOCIAL LINKS https://www.nadinepittam.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadine-pittam-8ba4ba196/    ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.   Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.   With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.            

If you enjoy this podcast here is the link to the book 'Do I Really H*te Men?'. It's packed with actionable and inspirational content to help you think, feel, heal and create your beautiful life that you deserve! UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068789107USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1068789107 When navigating a divorce it is crucial that you find ways to reduce your stress as much as possible. One of the biggest creators of stress in our lives is often our jobs, that's why, this week on the show, Ang is looking at the benefits of flexible working for single parents. The stress a divorce places on your working life is huge, from suddenly needing to be financially independent to having to change your timetable, therefore it is crucial that you find a job that works for you. From the different models of flexible working to dealing with your employer, Ang covers it all in this episode so that you can find a job that works for you and creates one less thing to worry about.    KEY TAKEAWAYS Some employers are opposed to flexible working but they are missing out on a whole host of benefits. Ang details the advantages, for both employees and employers, that flexible working provides.  Whilst flexible working can be a good thing for you and your employer, there are also your co-workers to consider. Ang outlines a few ways flexible working might affect your colleagues and what you can do to mitigate any negative effects.  Flexible working doesn't just mean one thing. Ang breaks down the different models of flexible working to give you an understanding of which one might work best for you.  Despite the benefits of flexible working, your employer just might not be open to the idea. In this case it may be time to look for a new job. Ang gives you a list of things you should consider when looking for a new role. BEST MOMENTS “Flexible working allows employers to save costs on office space and employees to save costs on commuting.” “Before you ask your employer what you need from flexible working, think about the impact to yourself and others and how you can reduce any negative effects.” “When you're going through a divorce everything you can do to relieve pressure is only going to help you. Finding a job that works for you is one of the best ways to reduce unnecessary pressure.”   EPISODE LINKS To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com   ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is joined by Nicole Ratcliffe, also known as ‘The Workplace Sleep Coach'. Since 2017 Nicole has been working as a sleep coach, helping families get a better night's sleep. A bad night's sleep can affect you in so many different ways and, in the modern world, it seems like there are more factors than ever before that affect our sleep. But, there is also more educational and practical tools available to us to help. In this interview, Nicole shares her in-depth knowledge of sleep science so you can develop healthy sleeping practices and build a solid foundation for becoming the best version of yourself.   KEY TAKEAWAYS When Nicole had her first child in 2016 the lack of sleep that she and her husband were getting as a result had untold negative effects on their life. After paying a sleep professional to help them, Nicole became obsessed with the positive benefits of a good night's sleep. She explains to Ang how this led her to a career as a sleep coach. When living with a sleep problem, it is common practice to keep it to yourself and just expect it to work itself out. However, this will only lead to more problems. Nicole discusses the first steps you need to take to address this problem. Nicole shares her top tips on things you can do as part of your nighttime routine to ensure a better night's sleep. Waking up in the middle of the night can be awful, especially when you just can't get back to sleep. But, this is a common problem, and as Nicole explains, there are ways to help you get back to sleep.   BEST MOMENTS “For the first 18 months, after the birth of a child, up to 62% of parents are not getting the required sleep to safely do their job.” “Sleep deprivation affects every single part of our daily lives from our weight to stress, to emotional regulation and physical and mental health.” “If you're struggling with sleep, the best thing you can do is educate yourself.”   EPISODE LINKS www.baby2sleep.co.uk www.theworkplacesleepcoach.com To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men   To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com   NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.    ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

Following on from her episodes on dating, this week, Ang is taking a look at the red flags to look out for when becoming involved with a potential new partner. When you meet someone new and the sparks fly it's sometimes easy to overlook what appear to be negative behaviours and regard them as ‘a one off'. However, these negative behaviours are often a sign of things to come. From controlling behaviours to love bombing and jealousy to communication, Ang is here to tell you her ten most common red flags, how to spot them early and, ultimately, how to make sure you find the partner you deserve.    KEY TAKEAWAYS Communication in any relationship is crucial. And it's crucial to make sure it's right from day one. Ang discusses the red flags to look out for regarding communication. When Ang was dating someone early after her divorce she realised that some of his behaviours were not normal and were causing Ang to adjust her lifestyle. She talks about the dangers of controlling behaviours and how to look out for them. How do you know something might be a red flag? Ang tells you the one question you can ask yourself to be certain whether your potential future partner is displaying any behaviours to be cautious of.  Meeting someone new is extremely exciting and can lead to emotions spiralling out of control. However, someone who can not control those emotions can begin to “Love Bomb”. Ang explains the concept of love bombing and how it's actually a red flag to look out for.     BEST MOMENTS “If you can have red flags in your mind before you go on your date it can save you a lot of time and heartache.” “Controlling behaviours can begin as something small and innocent. So, be aware of them before they grow out of proportion.”   “Real love takes time to build and should evolve at a natural pace.”   EPISODE LINKS To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.    This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.    ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is joined by Phil Rhodes, a partner at Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, a practice that specialises in family law. For the past 20 years, Phil has focused on divorce and financial settlements. In this interview with Ang, Phil calls on his vast experience and busts the most common myths around divorce and child custody, gives a breakdown of the best way to approach divorce proceedings from the off, and shares his tips on self-care for you and your children.   KEY TAKEAWAYS There are so many myths and urban legends around the topic of divorce and rights from a legal standpoint. Ang invites Phil to put the record straight and separate fact from fiction.  One of the first things that needs to be considered when going through a divorce is temporary custody of your children. This is incredibly difficult, especially as it happens at such an early stage. Phil discusses the best way to approach this so that the emotional impact is reduced for all parties. Ang and Phil discuss the importance of self-care during a divorce and how and why this should be your number one priority.  Getting legal advice at an early stage is crucial as, without it, you can make so many mistakes and find yourself in an even more difficult position. Phil discusses some of the most common mistakes people make during a divorce and how to avoid them.    BEST MOMENTS “Find out where you are legally and what you are entitled to and then you can work with that to achieve a fair outcome.” “Reinforce with your children that you love them unconditionally and that they haven't contributed to the divorce.” “Compromise is crucial. Without it, it's impossible to reach a positive conclusion.”   EPISODE LINKS To Join the Priority List for the new book Do I Really H*te Men? - click this link https://www.inspiredbybooks.co.uk/do-i-really-hate-men To Join The Divorce and Single Parent Club https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Divorce Success Tips or my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail etc etc https://www.irwinmitchell.com/our-people/phillip-rhodes https://www.linkedin.com/in/philliprhodes1/ ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.    ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivate her audience.

This week, in a change to the regular program, Ang is going from interviewer to interviewee. Ang was recently a guest on the “Helping Teachers Thrive” podcast to discuss all things school and divorce. In this interview with host Tem, Ang shares her valuable insights and wisdom on how parents and teachers can support a child whose parents are going through a divorce. From warning signs in the classroom to sports days parent evenings and extra support services, Ang and Tem have you covered so that you can help your child successfully navigate through a difficult time.    KEY TAKEAWAYS The whole process of Ang's divorce lasted over six years. During this time the effects on her boys' school life were tangible. Ang talks about how these effects manifested and looks back at some of the things she could have done differently.  How can teachers be more aware of what a child is going through? Ang shares her expertise on what is happening to children when their parents are divorcing, how this manifests, and how teachers can spot it.  Parent's evenings, sports days, and Christmas plays take on a whole new dynamic when a child has parents who are divorced. Ang shares her tips on how to make these occasions easier for your child.  Divorce affects 3 people in the school dynamic - children, parents, and teachers. Ang, and host Tem, discuss how all three parties are impacted and how they can work together to make the child's school life as painless as possible.  BEST MOMENTS “When going through a divorce, it's really important that you communicate with the school and let them know what is happening in your children's lives.” “Many behaviours in the classroom could be a result of divorce, so it's important to be mindful of what the child is experiencing.” “You can't look after your children if you're not looking after yourself.”   EPISODE LINKS To Join My Membership Site https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com   ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men?   Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times it's emotionally inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -is to help women and mothers globally recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume there are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing for their children.    ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25-year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a confessed self-development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence, she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six-year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty, and humor captivate her audience. 

Ang is continuing on from last week's show on dating, this week looking at the complex world of internet dating. Dating practices have changed dramatically over the last few years and with more and more people choosing to stay home instead of a night out, internet dating has become the most popular, and convenient, method of meeting a potential partner. But, internet dating is a minefield. Luckily, Ang is here to talk you through everything from building your profile, to safety tips, first dates ideas and the bizarre concept of ‘ghosting'. KEY TAKEAWAYS Internet dating has come a long way since its inception and the stigma around it has certainly disappeared. Ang talks about the many options available to you and the importance of finding the right one.  The key to starting any relationship, regardless of how you meet, is honesty. Ang gives her top tips on building your online dating profile and why it is important to be as honest as possible.  Safety is a key aspect to consider when you enter into the world of online dating. Somebody can pretend to be anybody on an app whilst sharing a few messages, but how do you know they are who they say they are? Ang shares her tips that will help keep you safe. Ghosting, the phenomenon of a potential partner suddenly disappearing, is all too common on dating sites. And, unfortunately, you will experience it. Ang discusses the many ways in which ghosting can present itself and how you can build a tolerance to it.  BEST MOMENTS “It's important to be honest, why would you want to start your relationship with a lie?” “Be careful spending weeks talking to someone online. You could be building a relationship with somebody who could be anybody” “Ghosting happens all the time, but, remember, it's always their issue and not yours.” EPISODE LINKS To Join My Membership Site https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This Week, Ang is diving into the confusing, complex and curious dating world this week. Dating is difficult at any time in your life but, after coming out of a divorce it can be even harder to “Get back on the horse.” Through her own experiences with dating, Ang discusses the rules of dating, what to look for in a potential partner and, most importantly, ‘how do you know you're ready?' But above all, you need to realise that you'll never find someone if you're not looking.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Dating is difficult in this day and age, there are so many questions. But, the one question that is more important than the others is, “Are you ready?”. Ang talks about how she evaluated her situation so she could finally understand when she was ready to start dating. When Ang started dating she realised what she wasn't looking for as much as what she was. She discusses some of her red flags and talks about why you should make your own list.  When you have children there will be a time, if dating is going well, where you will have to introduce your date to your children. Ang talks about taking this big step and why you need to be sure, as this can not only affect you and your new partner but also your children. Ang shares the most important lesson she learned from dating. Understanding that it's ok to walk away. She explains why this is so important.    BEST MOMENTS “The biggest coward of a man is to awaken the love of a woman, without the intention of loving her.” “Sometimes the love of your life comes after the biggest mistake of your life.” “Learn to love the sound of your feet walking away from the things that are not meant for you.”   EPISODE LINKS To Join My Membership Site https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 To receive a FREE copy of my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com   ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times it's emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -is to help women and mothers globally recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume there are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing for their children. ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25-year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self-confessed self-development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence, she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six-year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivate her audience.

Divorce doesn't just bring about a separation from your partner, it can, and does, bring about a separation in other parts of your life, and one of them is your home. This week on the show Ang is talking about the stressful act of moving home. An act that is made even more stressful when twined with divorce. From where to go, to what to do with the items you bought with your partner and how to reduce the stress on yourself and your children, Ang has you covered. And, as she reveals, the upheaval might just be worth it in the long run.  KEY TAKEAWAYS After Ang's divorce she wanted to stay in the family home with her boys, to minimise any further disruption. However, it soon became clear that she needed to move. She talks about the process of moving house whilst navigating a divorce.  Moving day is stressful. In fact, everyday leading up to moving day is stressful. Ang was on her own with her two boys when she had to move house, which only added to her stress. She recounts here her memories of the days leading up to moving and how she overcame some of the challenges.  Once Ang and the boys were finally settled in the new house they discovered that the stress of moving was worth it when they began to realise all the unexpected benefits of having a new home, which Ang details.  Some people don't, or can't, move house after a divorce. But that doesn't mean you can't still have a fresh start. Ang offers her tips on how to make your existing home feel like a new one.  BEST MOMENTS “Divorce and moving house are two of the most stressful things you can experience. But, experiencing both of them at the same time is terrifying.”  “Women are like teabags. You don't know how strong they are until you put them into hot water.” “Moving is an upheaval, but I promise it's worth it. It's a new start.” EPISODE LINKS To Join My Membership Site https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is diving into the subject of childcare, in its various forms. Moving from co-parenting to single parenting comes with many challenges. But it also comes with many logistical changes that aren't always apparent when you are first going through the process of divorce. The biggest of these is, who will look after your children when you and your partner are not available? In this episode, Ang breaks down the many childminding challenges she encountered and how she worked through to find solutions that worked for everyone KEY TAKEAWAYS In a marriage when you are unable to collect your children from school, your partner can do it. However this is not always the case once you have been through a divorce. Ang recollects the many aspects of her life that were affected by this change and how she overcame them. Reluctantly, Ang advertised for a childcarer. And, luckily, she found an angel. She talks about coming to this decision and the unexpected joy it brung to both her and her children. Once Ang recovered from her divorce and started dating again she realised that leaving her children with different babysitters every week was both expensive and unsettling. So, she wrestled with the idea of leaving them home alone. She discusses her thought process and the benefits of the decision she made.   BEST MOMENTS   “The right carer doesn't just look after your children, they give you the gift of knowing your children are safe.” “Sometimes we need somebody that isn't us to show us what to do.” “When you're a single parent your time with your children becomes more precious. Make the most of it.”   EPISODE LINKS   To Join My Membership Site https://patreon.com/user?u=114049946&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://linktr.ee/angaab6 www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns To receive a FREE copy of my Parenting Success Tips - please e-mail me at Ang@doireallyhatemen.com                   ABOUT THE PODCAST   Do I Really Hate Men?   Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.   This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.   My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.   NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.   ABOUT THE HOST   Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.   Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.   With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.            

The trauma of divorce can bring about a complex mix of emotions and behaviours. And, as you navigate the tricky waters of divorce, it is the easiest thing in the world to hide everything inside and pretend that you're ok. However, this behaviour is self destructive and will only harm you and your loved ones in the future. This week, Ang is here to talk to you about the importance of recognising your negative emotions and behaviours, from guilty mother syndrome to stress, and how to tackle them head on so that you can live your best life.  KEY TAKEAWAYS When you make the decision to end your marriage the impact this has on your children can not be understated. Naturally, this can lead to feelings of guilt and can affect how you behave. Ang discusses how to live with and process that guilt. Like most women, Ang tried to put on a brave face during the early days of her divorce. However, she soon realised that this was not healthy. She explains some of the self care methods she adopted and how they helped her. When Ang started counselling she found that her problems were not only universal and, there were strategies that she could adopt to help herself and her children, which she details here.  Stress and divorce go hand in hand. And, stress, if not managed, will only breed more stress. Ang discusses why it is important to recognise the triggers for stress and offers some invaluable tips on how to reduce your level of stress. BEST MOMENTS “A good relationship is a partnership. Give and take.” “How you deal with stress will have a direct link to your recovery from divorce.” “Being honest with yourself is the most important thing you can do.” EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is joined by Karen Shaw, a transformational life, parenting and relationship coach, alignment therapist NLP practitioner as well as being the author of the number one best selling book, ‘Parenting Magic'. Karen is the mother of three boys, all of which have various disabilities. Struggling to understand how she could help them better and consumed by negative thoughts following her divorce, Karen set out to change herself and change the life of her boys. In this interview with Ang, Karen outlines her incredible journey of self learning and how she developed and learned the tools needed to give herself and her children the best life they could have. KEY TAKEAWAYS Karen has three sons, all of which have various disabilities. Once she realised that they were not thriving in the way they should be, she set out to find ways in which she herself could help them, as she explains to Ang. When Karen went through her divorce she was overcome with negative emotions toward her husband. She discusses with Ang how she came to the realisation that this was destructive behaviour and the tools and methods she adopted to help her overcome it. Once Karen had implemented the various methods of self help she learned at home, she was struck by how noticeable the effects of them were to visiting friends and family members. Realising that she could help others, she decided to write a book. She explains the process to Ang. Karen explains the concept of ‘Ditch the Don't' to Ang. And how making simple changes in the way we communicate to each other can have immense positive repercussions.   BEST MOMENTS “Once you've got the title of ‘parent' you've got it for life.” “Trying to suppress your emotions is like trying to keep a beach ball underwater. It's eventually going to burst back up with force.” “Our thoughts become beliefs which then become behaviours. That's why it's so important to take control of our thoughts before they take control of our behaviours.”   EPISODE LINKS https://amzn.to/2NVvjeA - Book Parenting Magic - A New Approach to Behaviour & Communication      https://www.facebook.com/groups/666828834467255   https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlizshaw/   https://parentingmagic.co.uk/   email karenlizshaw@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com                   ABOUT THE PODCAST   Do I Really Hate Men?   Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.   This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories.   My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed.   NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.   ABOUT THE HOST   Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.   Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.   With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.

The week marks the 20th episode of the podcast and Ang is feeling incredibly proud of herself, and rightly so, as most podcasts don't make it past episode 8. To celebrate this achievement Ang is looking back over the last 19 episodes and sharing some of her personal highlights. And to further celebrate, Ang has a big announcement she wants to share with you all.  KEY TAKEAWAYS After 19 episodes, Ang has had some fabulous guests, feedback and reviews. She recaps her favourite moments from her previous shows for those who want to listen again and those who are new to the show.  For a while now Ang has been working on a divorce coaching programme. Now complete, she shares the outline of the ‘A to A Divorce Success Path'. A way to unlock your new beginning and transform your life after divorce.  One of the steps in Ang's new programme is ‘Personal Advancement.' When a marriage becomes stale we can find ourselves lost and no longer moving forward in our own life. But, as Ang explains, with the pain of divorce also comes an opportunity to begin your journey again.  It's also normal for you to lose your authentic self when your mind is overrun by negative thoughts about your failing relationship. Luckily, this is another step in Ang's 6 step programme. Here, she gives a brief overview of how to regain your authenticity.  BEST MOMENTS “Not everyone will be in your book of life for the whole book, some people will come in for a chapter, some will be a main character.” “When you're going through a divorce you don't feel like you're in control. So how do you get that control back?” “You might think that you're stuck. But this is not true, you have the strength to get out and the strength to live a beautiful life.” EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is addressing the topic of access to your children and when it can turn sour. One of the hardest things about divorce is having a third party decide when you can and can't see your own children. However, the court's decision is only the start of the painful process of access. Not only does it have a profound emotional impact on your children but it also deeply affects the parents, that can, and oftentimes does, lead to people making bad or selfish decisions. But, Ang is here to help guide you through this difficult time and explain how you can be the parent your child needs.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Most women that go through a divorce will unfortunately hear their children say “I hate you, I want to live with dad.” But what is the true meaning behind these words and what is the best thing you can do to help your children? Ang explains.  When a court rules on which parent gets to see the children at what times it doesn't always have the insight the parents do. This can lead to parents withholding access of their children to their ex partner. Ang explains why this is sometimes a necessary evil.  However, some parents can use their children as weapons and withhold access to their ex partners for cruel and malicious purposes. Ang recounts when this happened to her and the fallout is caused.  Don't underestimate your children's ability to see what is happening to you during this hard time. As much as you are mindful of their emotions, they are mindful of yours. Ang shares an incredible story of how her toddler comforted her during a particularly hard time.  BEST MOMENTS “Watching your child distressed and with tears in their eyes is something no parent wants to see.” “Your child's emotional wellbeing is more important than any court order.” “Try to balance the good with the bad and try to keep your deep dark emotions controlled.” EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is joined by Shez Skeikh, father, content creator, breathwork coach with over 1 million followers on social media. When Shez welcomed his son into the world he was overjoyed, however, two short weeks later he suddenly found himself as a single parent. But, determined to make everything ok for his son, he began a journey of reflection and self healing. This new mindset then led him to begin his TikTok account WANAP TV where he shares messages of positivity and love.  KEY TAKEAWAYS During Covid Shez wanted to do something to help those nearest and dearest to him to make them feel a little more positive. This led him to start creating content for instagram, but he soon realised that his message was travelling further than he intended. He talks about his mission and how it has grown.  Shez's initial joy at becoming a father was marred by the fact he became a single parent just two weeks after his son was born. This was an incredibly challenging time for him. He talks about how he overcame these challenges and how he now feels looking back on that time.  Ang and Shez discuss the importance of having the best relationship possible with your ex partner for the benefit of your children and, an important question you should ask yourself, do you hate your ex more than you love your children? The trauma of divorce is something that will stay with you for a long time. However, it will stay with you even longer if you try and brush it under the carpet. Shez talks about the importance of working on yourself and shares his best practices.  BEST MOMENTS “We need to spread positive energy and love because, right now, the world is crying out for it.” “Sometimes you need to remind yourself that you're ok and you can keep going.” “What are you doing that you could be doing differently?”  EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/wanaptv/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wanaptv Visit www.wanapbreath.work for breathwork classes. https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is continuing to share her wisdom on the subject of children and divorce. Instinct tells us to put our children first when going through a divorce. As a parent you want to shield them from everything, but this can come at a cost. In this episode, Ang shares her insights on how best to be there for your children, and it is by taking care of yourself first and foremost. Because, as Ang explains, by looking after yourself you can look after your children which encourages them to look after themselves and you.  KEY TAKEAWAYS It is the most natural thing in the world to want to spend time with your children after going through a divorce, but it is also vitally important to spend time by yourself. Ang talks about her approach to this and tells you how to spot opportunities that you might not have otherwise seen.  Divorce is a big event in anyone's life and the emotions that come with it can easily amplify the significance of all other problems you are facing. Ang's stepmom shared some words of wisdom with her that helped her realise this and prioritise, and Ang is about to share them with you.   Spending time with your children is incredibly important, but what's more important is being able to communicate effectively with them. Ang shares her top tips on how to communicate with the younger generation. While you're busy looking out for your children, what you might miss is that they are looking out for you too. For this reason, Ang explains why it's crucial to show your children that you are not invincible and how being vulnerable around them will encourage them to be vulnerable around you.   BEST MOMENTS “The flipside of spending time with your children is that you also need to give yourself time too.” “It can be extremely difficult to communicate when there is friction.” “It's an essential part of parenting that you look after yourself too. You can only be the best for someone else if you are the best version of you.” EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is joined by Miss Amber Jayne, an early childhood whisperer, who has been operating preschools in northern California for almost 20 years. Amber was married at the age of 18. However, she had a gut feeling that her relationship wasn't going to be the fairy tale she had always envisioned. Despite this she pushed forward with the hope that things would get better in time. Unfortunately, they didn't. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 31 she realised that you only get one shot at life and decided to get hers back. KEY TAKEAWAYS Amber was married at the age of 18, and like so many, looked past the red flags and thought ‘things will get better.' However, as her marriage went on, things got worse. She discusses the cycle of abuse that led her to get divorced 17 years later.  At the age of 31 Amber was diagnosed with breast cancer, she prayed that this might be a blessing in disguise and make her husband change his ways, but he remained the same. Amber explains how this was the moment she began to come to terms with the reality of her relationship.  Amber had four children with her ex husband, but what she discovered is that he used them as pawns to manipulate her and their relationship. She talks about how she finally realised this and the steps she took to protect her children.  Amber signed up to the school of ‘Stay busy' in order to help heal from her divorce. She outlines the positives of this approach and how it led her to opening and owning a number of preschools in northern California.  BEST MOMENTS “It is possible, unfortunately, to see red flags and still love somebody.” “If you're in a toxic relationship and you're staying for the kids then you're doing them a disservice, because you are falling apart and you're no good for anybody.” “Making the decision to get divorced and then to go through with it is life changing, but the real change only comes when you begin to work on yourself.” EPISODE LINKS www.thelovingstartway.com @thelovestartway https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com   ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is tackling the subject of parenting through divorce. It is most people's conception that the way to guide your children through divorce is by smothering them with love. However, through Ang's own experience with her two boys, she has found that this is simply not the case. In this episode Ang shares her lessons learned and top tips and tricks to help you help your children as they navigate the turbulent waters of divorce.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Society labels children whose parents have divorced as those who have come from a “broken home”. However, as Ang explains, through her own experience, a broken home is not what society thinks it is.  It is vitally important to care and protect your children during and after divorce, but this might come from ‘direct parenting'. Ang talks about how being the best version of you is the best thing you can do for them. After a divorce most children feel like they've suddenly got less in their lives. Ang addresses this by sharing and explaining her number one tip - be present.  Finally, Ang has some good news to share as a result of the success of the podcast.  BEST MOMENTS “Parenting is without doubt the hardest job you will ever love.” “Your children don't need you to save them, they need to watch you save yourself.” “You might not be perfect, but striving for it everyday is a gift you give your children for life.”   EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week, Ang is excited to welcome her first ever male guest - Andy Baker, a behaviour specialist, author, podcaster, speaker and entrepreneur. Specialising in behaviour management in adult and child social care for over 20 years, Andy went through a divorce in 2014. His partner had a son from a previous relationship and, over the years, Andy became his father. Once the divorce was finalised, Andy was determined to not lose his son. With his expertise in behaviour management and through time and patience, he was able to continue a positive relationship with his son and ex-partner. In this interview with Ang, Andy explains the steps he took and how you can adopt them to help your child through a divorce with less trauma.  KEY TAKEAWAYS When a relationship ends people often turn to their nearest and dearest for advice, however, Andy and his ex partner took the step of working with a separation counsellor. He explains what this is, how the process works and what he and his partner gained from the experience.   When Andy entered into his previous relationship his partner already had a son, who Andy formed a strong bond with. Once his relationship ended, Andy wanted to continue being a father to him. He talks about how that process developed post relationship and the string bond that continues to this day.  Children do not have the same depth of social experience and brain development as adults. Andy explains how children view divorce differently from their parents and how you can make that an easier emotional experience for them. If you have gone through a divorce, your child or children are in pain. But, how do you identify how this pain manifests and what can you do to help them? Andy details the signs to look out for and how to respond.  BEST MOMENTS “Children interpret the world and the things they hear in a different way to adults. Try to be mindful of your behaviour and speech around them.” “The child that gets angry is easy to identify, the child that goes into withdrawal is harder to spot, but they still need the same level of nurturing and support.” “When you are a parent, you are your own boss, your own manager. So you've got to be the best employee, but also the best manager you can be.” GUEST LINKS https://linktr.ee/abletocare?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=cdb62129-6ebb-4a41-9d06-39039a8d7d44 https://www.instagram.com/andybakerable  EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie. Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is continuing her mission to spread positivity and love. Following on from last week's episode, Ang is sharing even more tips and tricks on how you can move past the negative emotions and feelings associated with divorce into a more happy and healthy place. For pushing your comfort zone to focusing on your core genius and positive affirmations, Ang is here to guide you into your happy place so that the trauma of divorce is nothing more than a distant memory.  KEY TAKEAWAYS After a divorce it can feel like your ‘normal' no longer exists. The best way to change this is to create a new life by trying new things, but this can be scary. Ang gives her advice on how to push your boundaries and comfort zones so you can arrive in a happier place. You've got to move past negativity, you've got to stop only seeing the bad in yourself and find and focus on the good, something that Ang calls focusing on your core genius, she explains how to do this. Our greatest source of unhappiness is usually the things that we say to ourselves. But are we even aware that we are doing it? Ang breaks down how can become more self aware and replace those negative thoughts with positive ones. Another great way to create a positive image of yourself is by using affirmations. Ang explains what these are, the benefits of using them and gives examples of an affirmation that has helped her through some dark times. BEST MOMENTS “Your ability to grow is directly related to the amount of insecurities in your life.” “Courage is having fear and acting anyway.” “Do more of the things that you love and you will naturally be happier.”   EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com   ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is on a mission to inject some positivity into the subject of divorce. It took Ang a long time to get into a better place after her divorce and one of the main things that helped her was recognising the negativity in her life. But, she didn't just try to eliminate negativity, as she soon discovered that was impossible, she actually learned how to embrace it and manage it so that it no longer controlled her life. In this episode, Ang is sharing her tips and tricks so that you can become a master of your negativity and move into a more positive place.  KEY TAKEAWAYS After her divorce Ang began reading a number of self help books all designed to eliminate negativity. But what she realised is that negativity is a natural part of life and needs to be managed. Ang talks about her realisation and how she addressed this problem.  Ang shares the details of an exercise she works on with couples, whereby changing your negative vocabulary to a more positive one can drastically alter your mindset.   Most people adopt a negative mindset without even being aware of it. Ang realised that by developing self awareness you can stop yourself from wallowing in the negative. She shares the secrets of how she achieved this and an example exercise that will help you get there.  Ang realised that once she adopted a more positive mindset that some of the more negative people in her life were no longer good to be around. She talks about the difficult decisions she had to make, but how they ultimately made her stronger.  BEST MOMENTS “Negativity is a natural part of life. It's how you approach it and deal with it that makes the difference.” “You only get what you are looking for. Positivity is out there, we've just been conditioned not to see it.” “When we've had an extended period of negativity we don't see the positives at all. The challenge is reconditioning your mind to see the positive everywhere.”   EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com  ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is joined by Vanessa White, an accredited relationship and divorce master coach who specialises in domestic abuse. Vanessa thought she was happily married. But, when she came to the realisation that she was in fact in an abusive relationship her life fundamentally changed.  After finding the courage to leave the relationship and the strength to move on, Vanessa decided to become a relationship coach to help people that were experiencing what she herself had experienced. In this interview with Ang, Vanessa talks about types of abuse, how to spot it, how to safely leave a relationship and how life can go on once you are free. KEY TAKEAWAYS Vanessa, who herself has gone through a divorce, reflects on what she learned from the process, and details how learning to put yourself first can shape not only your future as an individual but as a partner in new relationships.  The majority of people that are in abusive relationships don't know they're in abusive relationships. Through her own experience, Vanessa recounts how she finally realised her partner was abusive and the mental and emotional turmoil that resulted due to this revelation.  Even after you leave your abusive partner the abuse can, and many times does, continue. Vanessa details the ways in which abusive behaviour can manifest post divorce, the warning signs to look out for and how to get the right help from the right people.  If you have children then they too will suffer from the fallout of an abusive relationship. Vanessa, who has four children, discusses the approach she took to both protect her children and to make sure that their upbringing would be safe and healthy.  BEST MOMENTS “Don't abandon your own needs. No strong, healthy relationship can be built on that foundation.” “Find somebody that wants to be with you for you.” “The tragedy of abuse is that the person that is supposed to be loving you the most is the one that is hurting you.”   EPISODE LINKS www.vanessawhite.co.uk   e-mail coaching@vanessawhite.co.uk     www.linkedin.com/in/vanessawhite       https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094770073631  www.instagram.com/vanessawhitecoaching    https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

Unfortunately, divorce and legal drama go hand in hand. Whilst some people manage to facilitate an amicable separation, it is incredibly rare. As for Ang, she found herself in a legal battle that raged on for almost 2 years. In this week's show Ang is recounting the beginning of her legal journey. After 2 years, 8 court hearings and hundreds of letters Ang became an expert, so much so, that she took the unusual, and brave, decision to represent herself. So, get your legal pad out and prepare to take notes, because this episode is packed with practical tips and advice for those who need it most.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Whilst Ang recommends trying to get through your divorce without entering the courtroom, she understands, as in her case, that this is just not possible sometimes. But, as she shares her turbulent experience, Ang looks back at the positives that came from it.  What Ang wasn't expecting during her legal ordeal was the lies, anger and callousness that came not just from her ex partner but his legal team. Understanding that this was just a tactic to intimidate her, ang developed strategies to overcome these attacks, which she explains here.  As most people do when they find themselves in legal difficulties, Ang sought the help of a solicitor. However, she soon realised that this may not have been the right move for her. She details her experience and how you can learn from it.   Ang's first day in court was a shock to her system. She was expecting honesty, impartiality and mediation. But she was met with something very different. Something she wasn't prepared for. She shares her experience here so that you will know exactly what to expect.  BEST MOMENTS “During a divorce you have to fight. For your children, your freedom, your future and to regain your power.” “Be very careful who you entrust the outcome of your future with and be doubly careful when there are children involved.” “Speak to people that have experienced this, learn from them, if you don't, you'll be setting yourself up for a longer, harder road than necessary.”   EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week on the show Ang is joined by Tze Ching Yeung, an award winning marketer, social entrepreneur and author. Tze is also a single mum that has experienced the heartbreak of divorce and has emerged from the other side. In this wide ranging interview with Ang, Tze discusses how she juggles all aspects of her incredibly busy life, whilst also being a single parent, and how she makes sure that her relationship with her children comes first and foremost.  KEY TAKEAWAYS With two children, Tze recognised that the decisions she made throughout her divorce had to be what was best for them, how this taught her to be vulnerable and the surprising benefits that came from that.   Inevitably when going through a divorce, your mental health will suffer. Ang and Tze took different approaches to how they addressed their mental health needs during their divorces and, discuss here, the advantages and disadvantages of their approaches.  Ang and Tze discuss their respective approaches to parenting, post divorce. The lessons they have learned and why it is important to make sure your children are involved in the decision making process.   Having a work life balance is important at all times, but becomes harder to achieve when you find yourself in the role of a single parent. Tze explains the practices she has put in place to be more mindful of her time management and how this helps her well being and relationship with her children.  BEST MOMENTS “If you are prepared to be vulnerable and reach out to people, you'll be surprised how much they will help you.” “Sometimes your friends and family try to do what is best for you, but sometimes, they never ask you what is actually best for you. So make sure to communicate that to them.” “Your time becomes precious when you are a single parent, so you really need to know why you're doing what you're doing.”   GUEST LINKS www.wedisruptagency.com www.makingsenseoffashion.com https://uk-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/lead-with-purpose  EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

After a divorce your life changes. In fact, if anything, that's what a divorce is, a fundamental change in your life. But, even though your life has changed, life around continues to move forward. In this week's episode Ang looks back on key life events such as holidays and special occasions, how they come around no matter where you are, how they suddenly feel different, but most importantly, if you ‘get on with it', how they will bring you a new kind of joy and happiness.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Behaving with dignity can sometimes be hard when you are going through divorce, especially if your ex partner is playing dirty. But, when there are children involved, it is essential to rise above it. Ang shares her learnings on this to help you act with grace. Everything changes after a divorce, not just the things you expect to change. Ang had this realisation when it was time to book her first ‘post-divorce' family holiday. She talks about the challenges this presented but also the rewards that came with it.  Whilst your life changes after a divorce, the rest of the world seems to stay the same, especially with annual events such as mothers day. Ang discusses how events like mothers day can take on a whole new meaning after a divorce for both you and your children.  BEST MOMENTS “The only thing you can ever have control over in your life is your own thoughts, feelings and actions.” “It's a natural human reaction to think “an eye for an eye”, but if you learn to rise above it, you will instantly see the benefits.” “Children see more than we give them credit for, so don't try and hide it from them, because they can see it anyway.”   EPISODE LINKS https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally. With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

Unfortunately divorce comes hand in hand with a barrage of negative emotions. And it is these emotions that linger with us, control us and, if not addressed, can influence who we become. Recovery from a divorce is, put simply, moving on from negative emotions. But, this is not as easy as it sounds. Ang has experienced all the negative emotions associated with divorce first hand, and, in this week's episode, she is here to guide you through her top 5 coping strategies to move past these emotions and begin the journey to being the best version of you.  KEY TAKEAWAYS It's OK to not be OK. Negative emotions are all part of the human experience, we have all felt them in the past and will feel them in the future. Ang shares, from her experience, how to cope with these emotions so that they don't end up controlling you. Just after her divorce, Ang received some bad news that threatened to spoil her valentines day. She recounts how she overcame these negative emotions by learning to love herself.  We often look to friends and family for help and support when we are experiencing hard times but, as Ang learnt and explains, only you have the power to change your world.  Advice, strategies and plans are all great but, without action, they are meaningless. Ang shares her tips on how to move from the planning stage to the action stage and how to keep going once you get there.     BEST MOMENTS “When we fail to feel better, we beat ourselves up and end up spiralling, but if we fight back, we can feel better.” “You need to learn to be good to yourself, to love yourself.” “Stop trying to be the finished article, instead, continue to learn and move forward. Take every opportunity to grow.”   EPISODE LINKS DIRHM Instagram DIRHM Facebook DIRHM TikTok Ang's Linkedin  Ang@doireallyhatemen.com ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week, Ang is joined by Farhana Hussain, a divorce doula. Farhana is one of only a handful of divorce doula's in the UK, but what exactly are they? Doula comes from the Greek term for a wise woman that traditionally helped other women through childbirth. Much the same, Farhana now helps women through the emotional and spiritual rebirth they experience as a part of divorce. Described by her clients as a real life fairy godmother, Farhana breaks down her methods, logic and how your life can be transformed when you work with a divorce doula KEY TAKEAWAYS What exactly is a divorce doula? Farhana explains not only what a divorce doula does, but how she discovered, through her own divorce, that that's what she wanted to become.  Farhana explains how the process of going through a divorce is a spiritual and emotional rebirth, and how, if approached in the correct way, can transform your life into something you never expected. Divorce isn't just hard on you and your partner, but is extremely hard for your children too. Recognising this, Farhana has developed a ‘child centric' approach to her work, which she details here.  Farhana explains how, in the early stages of your divorce, a doula can help you where a lawyer can't, which can save you a lot of emotional and financial stress.  BEST MOMENTS “You have to move through your emotions, not just ignore them and hope they'll go away, because they won't.” “As a doula I am rebirthing the new version of you.” “Even though divorce is becoming more common, there is still a lot of stigma around it and guilt and shame attached to it.” VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com EPISODE LINKS Farhana's Website Farhana's Linkdin Farhana's Instagram Unmasked Community ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience. 

This week Ang is joined by Adela Manzoor, a public speaker, podcaster and family lawyer. The emotional aspect of divorce is extremely difficult for all involved, but the legal aspect can be even harder. Suddenly, you find yourself in real conflict with a person that you have spent a lifetime loving and caring for. But there is hope. As Adela explains in this interview, not all lawyers are there to bleed you dry and move onto the next client. A good lawyer will become your friend, your confidant, and in some cases, your counsellor. But how do you pick the right lawyer and what should you prepare yourself for? KEY TAKEAWAYS Adela, who wanted to help her clients through divorce, talks about how she underestimated the emotional challenges of the job and shares how this aspect changed her perception of divorce proceedings.  What are the main things to look for when hiring a divorce lawyer? As Adela explains, most people think it's someone that can get the job done, quickly and cheaply, but there are far more important factors to consider.  Adela breaks down, in simple terms, the process of going through a divorce, from initial meetings with your lawyer, to first negotiations, right through to court procedure.  Adela outlines the difference between a clean break divorce and one where you still have legal ties to your ex partner, and the advantages and disadvantages of each.  BEST MOMENTS “You need to find a lawyer that doesn't just help you on the legal side, but on the emotional side too.” “Try to be humble, try to let go of your ego, try to go through mediation. If you don't, things can get nasty, and expensive, very fast.” “There's a lot at stake when you go to court, which in turn can stir emotions and lead to hostile behaviour.” VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.instagram.com/doireallyhatemen/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558725612414 www.tiktok.com/@angallanburns www.linkedin.com/in/angallanburns e-mail ang@doireallyhatemen.com EPISODE LINKS Radshaw Solicitors Instagram  Radshaw Solicitors Linkdin  Adela's Solicitors Linkdin  ABOUT THE PODCAST Do I Really Hate Men? Interesting question and one I have asked myself many times. This is not an ‘I hate men' podcast neither is it just an account of my divorce and the many awful events leading up to and during it. This podcast is a safe space to delve into what happens when relationships end, it provides guidance on how to carry on being a functioning adult and/or Single Mum when you feel broken inside.  This podcast provides hope sprinkled with humour, at times its emotional at times inspiring and at times sad. I have a message to share with women around the world, come join me and your global sisters for a weekly dose of Superhero Mum inspiration and stories. My mission -to help women and mothers globally to recover from relationship pain,  lead meaningful happy lives and inspire their children to succeed. NOTE – I need you to know that I don't hate men! It's important that you know there are many great men out there. Many fantastic fathers and single fathers trying hard to do a great job. I know little about the struggles of single fathers; however, I presume they are numerous common issues we share with these amazing men who strive to do the right thing by their children.  ABOUT THE HOST Ang is first and foremost a very proud Mum. She is on a mission to share her experiences of both divorce and life as a single Mum. With a 25 year career in the corporate world, she has always been passionate about empowering women and those around her. She is a fully qualified life coach of 20 years and a self confessed self development junkie.  Ang has written her first book called 'Do I Really Hate Men', due to be released later this year which NEEDS to be read by women worldwide. With a high level of emotional intelligence she works tirelessly to improve the lives of womankind through her words, both digitally and at speaking events globally.  With a six year divorce behind her, Ang represented herself in court a total of 6 times. She has been a single parent of two boys for a total of 14 years. She has lived through the struggles and come out the other side. Her words, honesty and humour captivates her audience.