We make tons of decisions every day. Are we making ones that create the life we really want?
Create a summer that you love, EVEN IF you are in the middle of a divorce or dealing with a challenging co-parenting relationship! In this episode, Meg walks you through the 4 parts of creating a Summer Success Plan. Full episode show notes: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/123 Sign up for a Summer Success Plan Session here.
The ins-and-outs of creating a post-divorce estate plan that takes care of the people & causes that are most important to you. Full show notes at https://meggluckman.com/podcast/122
I love sharing stories of folks who navigated their divorce & co-parenting in a unique way. Brenda sure did that, always keeping her eye on what she wanted her future to look like. This week's guest Brenda Rigney shares her story of leaving a corporate career, starting a new business, and navigating divorce, all while raising two kids. Full show notes: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/121
After 19 years of working with traditional litigious (court driven process) divorces, attorney Cindy Wysocki now focuses entirely on collaborative divorce and helping families create agreements that work for their unique situations. Listen in to hear the difference between these two types of divorce, including costs, timeframe, and ability to customize agreements. Full show notes at https://meggluckman.com/podcast/120
In every divorce, there's a fast hiker and a slow hiker. In mediation or a collaborative divorce process, the goal is to find a pace that works for both people! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/119
Recommendations on how to navigate & celebrate Mother's/Father's Day as a divorced parent with co-parenting coach Mikki Gardner. FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/118
Break out your mechanical pencils & unicorn journals!
Having nagging fears during the divorce process is normal; what's optional is how long we let them linger. In this short episode, we talk about the impact of fear on our bodies & on our ability to think clearly, and I share a concrete (paper & pen) strategy for neutralizing your fears. Find the 10 Questions and the full show notes here: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/116
Mortgages, refinancing, and transferring home ownership can be one of the most complicated pieces in dividing assets in a divorce. But not if you have someone on your team who knows the ins and outs of lending & divorce, like Mihaella Bayla. She's on this episode to teach us what we need to consider when deciding who keeps the family home, how to structure spousal support so that we can refinance, and why the departing spouse may choose to stay on the mortgage for a while. Check out the full show notes at: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/115
What if just a bit of math could improve how you feel about co-parenting? From figuring out school costs to planning a return to work, I'll show you how simple math can make big challenges feel more manageable, and make co-parenting feel a little bit easier. So, grab your calculator and tune in to discover the power of trading math for struggle in your co-parenting problems! // For more info on Meg's co-parenting coaching practice, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
It's a double-coach episode! Meg pulls in some real-life parent questions about co-parenting that she & coach Jill Kaufman answer for you. Here's what they tackle: Wrangling frustrations when co-parenting potty training styles clash Juggling sideline dynamics at kid soccer games Getting ultra clear on your requests to a co-parent Navigating grief and embracing new parenting roles Tapping into resources like counseling, coaching, and support groups. Happy Listening! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/ask-the-coaches-with-jill-kaufman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
If problem-solving and decision-making with your co-parent post-divorce could use some support, mediation might be just the right option. Join me and my guest, Mediator and Attorney, Elisa Ford, to talk about: What is mediation? What kinds of co-parenting issues can it help with? What happens when your 6'2" teen doesn't want to stick to the parenting schedule? How you can use mediation to more smoothly work through issues like: kids on social media, deciding on IEP or unique education plans, special expenses, kids driving, college decisions, and more. Happy Listening! //CONNECT WITH ELISA Trailhead Mediation: http://www.trailhead-mediation.com/ //CONNECT WITH MEG To learn more about Meg's divorce & co-parent coaching for individual parents, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
What if the differences between our co-parenting homes are good for our kids? Asking ourselves this question can help shift our perspective from seeing differences in co-parenting as negative to considering them as potentially beneficial for our kiddos. The question encourages us to collect evidence on the positive aspects of diversity in parenting styles and to look for where they foster empathy, adaptability, and understanding in our children. Check out this short & sweet episode to see if asking yourself one question might shift how you feel about co-parenting (even just a smidgen). // CONNECT WITH MEG Learn more about Meg's divorce & co-parent coaching, plus download free resources at https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Divorced dad and relationship and infidelity coach, Luke Shillings, is on this week to talk about all things after-the-affair. Luke generously shares his personal experience and the helpful strategies he's identified as he's helped so many people navigate this unwanted experience. We talk about the 5 stages most people go through while healing from infidelity (independent of whether you stay in your relationship or not). We also discuss how to co-parent during this healing time and Luke shares his personal story. No two people have the same story in navigating infidelity. Still, we can all look for where we have agency and control so that we can feel more empowered navigating this new life. Enjoy! // CONNECT WITH LUKE Website: www.lifecoachluke.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/mylifecoachluke Instagram: www.instagram.com/mylifecoachluke LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mylifecoachluke Podcast name: 'After the Affair' with Luke Shillings // CONNECT WITH MEG To learn more about Meg's 1-on-1 coaching practice for divorced parents, especially those looking for less stress around co-parenting, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
New Resource Alert! Get ready for a helpful episode where I introduce a tool for anyone facing an upcoming divorce or co-parenting meeting. I've noticed many people feel nervous before these meetings, worrying about what might happen or if they'll get what they want. But fear not! I've got 5 QUESTIONS that will help you feel calm, confident, and ready to take on anything that comes your way. Whether you're meeting with a lawyer, financial advisor, or co-parent, these questions are super easy to use. By answering them, you'll feel empowered and in control as you tackle these important discussions. So, let's dive in and explore these questions together, and don't forget to download the PDF from my website to keep them handy for your next meeting! 5 Questions to help you prepare for any divorce or co-parenting meeting. More resources and information about coaching with Meg at https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
In this week's NEW episode of Welcome To The Other Side we learn about flipping between the "spouse mind" and the "parent mind" in order to best support our kids. Drawing from invaluable wisdom shared by Karen Bonnell (author and co-parenting expert), I unpack the divorce emotional rollercoaster of resentment, blame, and grief you might experience WHILE striving to prioritize stability for your kiddos. I'll share helpful examples of age-appropriate communication so that you can ensure kids feel safe and supported during divorce's turbulent times. Discover how to shift gears from blaming to nurturing, for your benefit and your kids'. Tune in and embrace the spouse-parent mindset shift. Happy listening! //CONNECT WITH MEG For support navigating divorce, life after divorce or challenging co-parenting relationships, check out Meg's coaching for individual parents: https://meggluckman.com/ Come say hi on Instagram too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Time to change jobs or find a new career? Divorce often brings with it a need to change jobs, and careers, or return to work after being the primary at-home parent. Today's guest, certified coach and professional life designer, Lara Buelow is a catalyst for transformation. She specializes in guiding women through powerful career transitions, empowering them to become their most effective, fulfilled selves. If this feels like where you are, get ready for lots of good info! She's on to share tools and resources for helping you navigate a work transition and to find a career that fits well with your income goals, schedules, passions, skill sets, and natural affinities. HIGHLIGHTS: - How many at-home parents feel “unemployable” and how low self-confidence & unhelpful societal programming affect our ability to find a new career. - Action Breeds Confidence- how taking action leads to clarity, and clarity leads to confidence. PLUS examples of specific, concrete actions you can take to move you closer to your ideal next job/career. - Informational Interviews as a tool when you're in the dreaming/brainstorming phase. - Career Transition Support: How coaches can assist during career transitions by shifting negative narratives, offering guidance on practical steps, and providing the accountability needed for successful career changes. Specific Tools Lara mentioned in the episode: - Bento Box: https://bentoism.org/2-the-bento-method - Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Berkman - Designing Your Life by Burnett & Evans - Sparked by Jonathan Fields Happy listening! // CONNECT WITH LARA www.larabuelow.com @larabuelow on IG //CONNECT WITH MEG Individual coaching for parents during and after divorce with a specialty in helping co-parent relationships be less stressful, more efficient, effective, and easy. https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
If you find yourself anxiously waiting for a response from your co-parent on a request you've made or to see what they propose as a solution to an issue, this episode is for you! Instead of waiting & worrying, try using the scenario & decision tool I suggest. You may not know what your co-parent is going to say or do, but you can be prepared and keep moving toward the life you want! // CONNECT WITH MEG https://meggluckman.com/ ⭐️ If you found this episode helpful, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could Rate & Review it over at Apple Podcasts. Your 30-second review can help more parents find the pod. THANKS A BUNCH! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
What can we do when something our co-parent (or their new partner) does regularly ANNOYS the beegeezums out of us??? I share a specific example and the Reflective Practice I recommend, which includes: 1. Check-in with Yourself: Take a moment to assess your emotions using the Anger Scale [introduced by Maggie Reyes in Episode 98] and whether how you are feeling warrants action. 2. Embrace Curiosity: Ask yourself if your emotional response is proportionate and appropriate. 3. Clarify Your Desires: Identify what you REALLY WANT in the given situation. Whether it's seeking more connection with your child or feeling appreciated, clarity helps us focus on the goal and not get distracted. 4. Uncover Root Causes: Delve into what's underneath your emotional reactions. I share the power of asking “why.” 5. Connect with Your Body: Pay attention to how these feelings show up physically. Tune in to discover a holistic approach to co-parenting, where emotional intelligence takes center stage, allowing for smoother interactions.
Welcome to a Mindset Mini! This is where I share with you a mindset concept or a tool that you can apply to your co-parenting relationship right away. I keep these short and sweet so that you can grab them and go. In this episode, I share: A Recent Positive Experience Co-Parenting Overcoming Past Stress & Mindset Traps Seeing Scheduling Issues As Puzzles Feeling Relaxed Proposing Solutions Finding More Ways To Bring Lightness to Co-Parenting If you find this episode helpful, I'd love it if you'd leave a review on Apple Podcasts! This helps other parents navigating divorce & co-parenting find the podcast as well. To learn about Meg's coaching practice, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Are you having trouble sleeping? Whether you find it hard to fall asleep, with your mind spinning about co-parenting decisions, or wake up at 3 am and can't fall back asleep– This episode is for you! Martha Lewis is a sleep consultant for people who have tried EVERYTHING and still can't sleep. As a certified sleep expert and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, she addresses both body and mind with stress resilience techniques and testing for hidden health issues to get to the root cause of her clients' insomnia. She goes beyond the basic sleep advice you read about everywhere else and addresses what's happening in the body that causes insomnia Martha shares why sleeping can be hard during divorce or tough co-parenting times and what you can do about it. We cover: Using journaling before bed to empty your mind Why high cortisol feels good to us but has negative sleep impacts 3 ways to lower the level in your “stress bucket” Comparing modern stress to what stress was like 150 years ago Why that 3am wake-up could be related to a nocturnal parasite (Yes, really!) Listen in and then get some good rest! //CONNECT WITH MARTHA Take the QUIZ: What's Causing Your Insomnia? www.thesleepdetective.com/what-causing-your-insomnia Visit: www.thesleepdetective.com Follow: https://www.instagram.com/marthalewissleepdetective/ //CONNECT WITH MEG I help parents create amazing lives after divorce. Check out my 1-1 coaching program and other resources at: https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
These days when we can reach for a therapist or a coach, how do we know which will be a better fit? My guest Beth Hirnle, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Coach for parents navigating divorce and co-parenting, is here to to answer that exact question for us. She and I will walk you through many examples of when to connect with a therapist, when to work with a coach, and when either one will serve you well. We also cover the different kinds of coaches and how to find a match to your goals. Highlights: - Beth's Luggage Analogy which so clearly explains the difference between coaching and therapy - Identity shifts that everyone going through divorce experiences - Choosing a mindset that there's always time for something new. - Viewing marriage as Volume 1 and co-parenting as Volume 2. - How we are more resilient than we believe - Embracing "good enough" parenting If you are looking forward to getting yourself more support and new perspectives in 2024, this episode will be very helpful! Happy Listening! //CONNECT WITH BETH Website: www.bethhirnlecoaching.com //CONNECT WITH MEG Website: www.meggluckman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meggluckman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Celebrating a year of great conversations, new friends, lots of learning, co-parenting lightning strikes, and a bunch more self-kindness. // Connect with Meg Got an idea for a podcast topic? Drop it at the bottom of my website: https://meggluckman.com/ Come say Hi! on Instagram! Ready to transform your co-parenting relationship so you feel confident and clear about your future and focus your energy on what you want to create? Reach out for some coaching support to make it happen: https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Jesse Deason helps individuals and couples make informed financial decisions during and after divorce. On today's episode, she walks us through: Collecting the financial data needed in a divorce How she helps clients weigh short-term vs. long-term needs when evaluating asset division scenarios What to consider when deciding whether to keep or sell a home during divorce How she helps clients stay focused on facts and take the emotion out of financial decision-making What the Collaborative Divorce meeting process looks like in Washington State and much more! If you are thinking about divorce or in the midst of it, you'll find so much useful information in this episode! Jesse also hosts the monthly Washington Divorce Workshop, a virtual educational workshop about divorce in our state. //Connect with Jesse Serene Divorce //Connect with Meg For more information on Meg's private co-parenting coaching practice and free resources for improving your co-parenting relationship, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
This week I've got one of my coaching & podcast heroes on the podcast: Maggie Reyes is the Queen of having a great marriage. I start the podcast by explaining that I've listened to her podcast (The Marriage Life Coach Podcast) for the past few years-- all while I haven't been married. Why? Because everything she teaches is SO helpful in any and every relationship-- including our co-parenting relationships. Plus she is just such a fun, warm, insightful woman to listen to! We also share a love of romance novels, so of course we have to dive into that a bit... (here's my recommendation and hers). Then it's on to concrete, actionable concepts that will help improve your co-parenting relationship. Some of our topics include: Maggie's Anger Scale and how to use it Your choices when things aren't fair The Power of 1 and how to use it to improve co-parenting Letting patterns make things easier for you I think you're going to love meeting Maggie and get some very useful take-aways that you can apply to any relationships in your life! Enjoy! //Connect with Maggie https://maggiereyes.com/ Her Book: Questions for Couples Journal: 400 Questions to Enjoy, Reflect, and Connect with Your Partner //Connect with Meg To learn about Meg's coaching practice for parents during & after divorce, visit: https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Could a "card game" make dividing up parenting responsibilities with your co-parent easier? Ever since Elise Buie in Episode #75 told me about Eve Rodsky's book "Fair Play," I've wanted to dive into how we can use this system or "card game" to divide up tasks in co-parenting. When I met Frederick Van Riper, a coach for men & dads and a Certified Fair Play facilitator, I knew he'd be a great guest to answer all my questions. In this episode, we dive into: What is the "Fair Play" system How can you use it if you're partnered, co-parenting, or on your own with kiddos Common challenges to get started How Frederick's relationship with his wife went from good to great after implementing Fair Play Why your co-parent thriving is in your best interest Fair Play lays out all the work that goes into maintaining our household and raising kids. I'd recommend reading Fair Play to anyone who is in a partnership, hopes to be in a new relationship, or is co-parenting (no matter the temperature of your co-parenting relationship). Even if you don't imagine sitting down with your co-parent to work through the "card game," getting clear for yourself on what is in your hand versus what is in your co-parent's can reduce stress and confusion. Check it out! //Connect with Frederick www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvanriper https://m.facebook.com/groups/thechartermen/ //More About Fair Play https://www.fairplaylife.com/ //Connect with Meg Meg offer's private co-parent coaching and a drop-in co-parenting support group. Learn more here: https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Ben Pugh, coach for parents of teens & teens, high school principal, and self-described former knuckle-head, stops by the podcast to share insights around finding out parenting alignment, no matter what's going on at the other house. He shares how knowing your Parent Trap can give you the keys to unlocking a more enjoyable relationship with your teen. Come laugh with us and grab a few instantly implementable tips to have more fun parenting! //Connect with Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benpughcoaching Take Ben's Free Parent Trap Quiz! https://benpughcoaching.involve.me/parenttrapquiz //Connect with Meg To learn about Meg's 1-1 coaching practice for divorced parents or her co-parenting support group, visit: https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Take a walk down my neural pathways and see the habits & techniques I use if (lol when) I get triggered by something my co-parent says or does. I promise I'm not a unicorn, you too can learn these tools, and with practice, join me in a world where you never fight with your co-parent again! //Connect with Meg Want to never be sent into a tailspin again by something your ex writes in a text? Want to feel confident AND peaceful about co-parenting, while being lit up about all the other parts of your life? Let's make co-parenting as easy and mundane as doing a load of laundry so that you can focus on the other fun stuff in your life! Check out my website for resources and to learn how you can work 1-1 with me to transform your co-parenting relationship! https://meggluckman.com/ Come say hi on Instagram too! @meggluckman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
No matter when the holidays fall for you, this episode has GOLD in it to help make them go smoothly! Holidays usually involve changes to our parenting schedule and these changes can add in extra uncertainty, big feelings (hello loneliness), not to mention different moods, expectations, and needs from our kiddos. Listen in for my top 8 tips to help your holidays go smoothly this year while co-parenting! // CONNECT WITH MEG When you're ready to thrive after your divorce and be unbothered by any of your co-parents antics, reach out to set up a call with Meg! https://meggluckman.com/ Come say hi on Instagram too! @meggluckman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
We're heading to Minnesota this week to catch Dr. Myka Hanson and talk all things teens & co-parenting. Dr. Hanson has spent the last 30 years working with teens and tweens in a variety of capacities. She taught high school English for over 15 years and has a Masters in Special Education and a Ph.D in psychology and somatics. She leads Teen Forward, a coaching program that honors all teens as complete, creative, amazing individuals while helping them and their parents navigate the obstacles of adolescence. Yes, not-gonna-lie, I did invite her on to ask her all my questions as a mom-of-a-teen.
Today we reconnect with some core teaching I did back in 2022. Listen in to learn about Powerful Decisions and signs to recognize if you're not making decisions powerfully in your life. (HINT: it may involve hypothetical rabbit holes, 2nd guessing yourself, and blaming your past self for making "wrong" decisions. ) I share the 4 Principles of Powerful Decisions: 1) Make them intentionally 2) Love your reasons 3) Have your back afterward 4) If you want, evaluate to learn from the decision Our life changes at the rate we make decisions, so if you want things to be different, get ready to take some notes! // For more about Meg & how you can work with her in her private coaching practice for divorced parents or in her co-parenting support groups, visit https://meggluckman.com/ Come say "hi!" on Instagram too! https://www.instagram.com/meggluckman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Coming to you today from the trail! On this fall walk through the woods, I'm bringing you some ideas on: - when to use therapy vs. when to use coaching - how great therapists & great coaches both help you connect with your body - learning how to handle big emotions - the power of being willing to feel disappointment - having fun setting VERY clear intentions or goals Here are a few soundbites: “One overlap between therapy and coaching is that we can process grief, we can process big feelings. We are a safe space to allow everything to come up.” “What happens when we allow ourselves to get into our bodies is that we get less scared of any big emotions. We see them just as kind of changing weather patterns in our body, and we accept that they're going to keep changing.” “When we are okay feeling disappointment or the possibility of feeling disappointment, we will go after SO MUCH MORE in our lives.” Happy listening! // To learn more about Meg's 1-1 Private Coaching Practice or her Co-Parenting Support Groups, visit https://meggluckman.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Think you need more answers & solutions in your life? Maybe what you actually need are different questions. Today I share how to surface invisible questions affecting your day and how to use questions to help you make the decisions that will get you more of what you want. Here are a few sound-bites: "Specificity is the enemy of worry and anxiety. When we get very specific about the situation and all the different ways that we could choose to navigate it, then we can dissolve our worry and our anxiety about it." "Our brains love questions. They love to go on a hunt and be curious. Let's feed our brains questions that light us up, that have us feeling empowered and capable." "If you want to be making more decisions, if you want things to be changing and improving more in your life, then asking YOURSELF more questions is the first step to doing that." "Identify the questions that you are not answering right now. I encourage you to write them down. Flush them out of your brain. Make your brain get specific about what the question is." A few sample questions to play with or journal on: If this fear or anxiety or anger suddenly, magically, disappeared, what would my life be like? Which of my strengths are most helpful right now? If all you could feel was love and appreciation for yourself, what would change? If I knew with perfect certainty that I could handle anything that came my way and I'd be fine, how would I live differently? Bring on the questions! // MORE ABOUT MEG To learn about Meg 1-1 private coaching practice or her co-parenting support group, visit: https://meggluckman.com/ Come say hi on Instagram too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Imagine thinking about the Divorce & Co-Parenting journey like a board game. We move through it, some squares are harder than others, but we'll all make it to the goal. If you're feeling stuck and that EVERYTHING is on your shoulders-- then this episode is for you! NEWS: Did you hear I've started a virtual Co-Parenting Support group? If you're struggling with co-parenting and crave being in a community of parents who get what you're going through, check it out! Registration is on my website: https://meggluckman.com/ Check out my other resources and private 1-1 coaching practice here: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Trust is tricky during and after divorce. We think we need to be able to trust our Ex in order to move forward... but do we? Maybe trusting our Ex isn't the key to everything going smoothly from here on out. Maybe there's something else we need. Today's episode is deciding where we need trust and WHO we need to trust. ALSO, grab some paper & a pen! I close the episode with a reflection exercise to help you build trust with the help of your past self. //More from Meg Learn about my 1-1 Coaching Practice, Co-Parenting Support Group, and other free resources at https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Co-parenting expert Karen Bonnell comes by to chat about her fabulous resource of a book: "The Co-Parenting Handbook: Raising Well-Adjusted and Resilient Kids from Little Ones to Young Adults through Divorce or Separation." Meg pulls out some of her favorite concepts and she and Karen dive deep into them. Including: Moving from a spouse brain to a parenting brain The I-5 & I-405 analogy Our lightening-strike moments How co-parenting evolves and changes over the years Do kids need the truth, actually no. and more! Tune in and absorb all Karen's wisdom from working with hundreds of parents. // Learn more about Karen & her co-parenting resources: https://karensbonnell.com/ // Learn more about Meg's coaching & how to work with her: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
This week I invited fellow coach, parent, and podcaster, Tommy Geary to share his ideas on how to stop letting our past weigh us down. For many of us on the other side of our divorce, we can still feel weighed down-- even years out-- by why the relationship ended or things that happened during the divorce process. Time to get that weight off! Tommy and I chat about: - How carrying our past can be like packing for a backpacking trip - Why guilt, shame, and anger can make decision-making hard - The sneaky ways our stories about our past relationships can affect what we do today - and my 2 rules about when the kids can interrupt a podcast recording
Last week's episode was about creating a text & email practice that minimizes how often you get triggered by something from your Ex. This week we focus on what to do when you do feel triggered. It happens to all of us! I offer you a 4-step practice called V.O.T.E. to help you lovingly take care of yourself in those moments. Give it a try and see how much quicker you recover from being triggered by their text. // CONNECT WITH MEG To grab the Fearless Co-parenting class or to learn about how I can support you in my 1-1 private coaching practice, visit: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
QUICKIE EPISODE this week! I'm sharing tips or “guardrails” that you can implement in your co-parent communication to make it less triggering and more empowering. Here's what I cover: 1) Emotional Regulation Learn how to respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally. 2) Distinguish Text vs. Email Consciously decide what warrants a text and what should be communicated via email. 3) Timing is Everything Avoid the impulse to immediately read and respond to emails, especially if they trigger strong emotions. 4) Email Acknowledgment Decide whether to acknowledge received emails briefly. 5) Create a Co-Parenting Email Address Consider setting up a separate email address exclusively for co-parenting discussions. Listen in and see how these “guardrails” could help your communication feel a whole lot less stressful. // CONNECT WITH MEG To grab my Fearless Co-parenting resource or to learn about my 1-1 private coaching practice, visit: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
As if divorce & co-parenting aren't challenging enough, many women simultaneously navigate one or more autoimmune diseases. Today's guest, Amy Behimer, helps people overcome the uncertainty of autoimmune disease to take control of their health. She's a doctor of pharmacy, board-certified health & wellness coach, and certified life coach living with multiple sclerosis. Amy walks the talk of using small, powerful everyday habits to enjoy life-- autoimmune disease and all! Highlights of our conversation: - The KEY habit we both love and use to decrease our stress (and reduce the inflammation caused by stress) - What Amy learned from her divorce that set her new marriage up for success - How to make decisions that set your future-self up to thrive // FOLLOW AMY The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health PodcastAmy Behimer Coaching Grab Amy's 6 Key Habits for Feeling Better with Autoimmune Disease...starting TODAY! // MORE FROM MEG Want support in your divorce, co-parenting journey, or in decision-making in your post-divorce life? Learn more about Meg's free resources and her private 1-1 Coaching Practice here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Did you know that you have 3 kinds of tears and they are made of different stuff? Learn something new every day, right?! Kristen King is an integrative business coach who loves teaching how to tune out all the fear-based, perfectionist, hustle-culture BS that paralyzes us and how to tune in to a fun, fulfilling, f*ck-yeah business that feels like our own. And to do this without overcomplicating things, doing stuff we dread, or burning ourselves all-the-way out. Today, we're talking about our shared love of crying. Including: 3 Different types of tears & their chemical make-up The benefits of emotional release for our physical & mental health. How to differentiate between compartmentalizing vs. swallowing your feelings What's an “Emotion Appointment” and how to make one Modeling for our kids how to be ok with big emotions If you've ever said: If I let myself start crying, I'll never stop– then this episode is for you! // Learn more about Kristen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristenKingCoaching/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristen.skove.king/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kristenking/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-f-ck-me-to-f-ck-yeah/id1690393913 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Thinking about introducing the new love of your life to your kiddos? Wait! Before you do, listen to this episode!! This week we have special guest Heather Harman, a co-parent coach, stepfamily coach, and parent educator. She has trained with and continues to use the guiding principles of her mentor, Karen Bonnell. Heather has an MA in Education and uses her knowledge of child development, parent education, and mediation to guide her clients in the direction of what is best for the family. Tune in to hear sage advice from Heather including: Having big convos with your new partner before any introductions Why you will never be replaced by your Ex's new partner How to introduce a new partner in an age-appropriate way to your child Why we can't apply the Gottman approach of partner relationships-before-kids in a stepfamily setting and why you might want to give your Ex a heads up that you're on the dating apps Even if you're not ready to make introductions yet, listen so that you have all the tools once you do! // Connect with Heather: Website: heatherharmancoaching.com Instagram: @harmancoaching Facebook: Heather Harman Coaching // Connect with Meg To learn about Meg's free resources and here 1-1 Coaching practice for moms after divorce, visit https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Today's guest knows divorce inside & out. Not only did she divorce when her kids were 1 and 3, but in the same year she gave up her career as a divorce attorney and chose to focus entirely on mediation. Listen in to hear why Erika Englund says "I'm the divorce lawyer who never won a case", and why she feels like everyone wins in mediation. Erika believes that good people deserve good divorce, and it is her life's work - as a lawyer, mediator, strategist, professor, and mother - to make that happen. Tune in to hear: - the George Castanza's method of managing high-conflict divorce, - how mediation can reduce stress for parents and children, - why conflict is the problem for our kids, NOT divorce, - why you don't need to be singing Kumbaya with your ex in order to use mediation, - and a bunch of great thought-provoking questions that Erika asks her clients. Erika also offers a book recommendation if you're trying to decide if divorce is the right move for you: Taking Space: How to Use Separation to Explore the Future of Your Relationship, by Robert Buchicchio. This is such a great conversation about navigating divorce, how to use mediation, and how to set your focus on long-range goals. PS- Do you know someone thinking about divorce or at the beginning of their process, please share this episode with them! // More about Erika Website: https://erikaenglund.com/ // More about Meg Learn more about Meg's private 1-1 coaching practice and dig into her free classes and resources at https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Alyssa Johnson is a travel advisor based in Seattle, WA. Her goal is to help women learn about themselves and have life-changing experiences through solo travel. We have fun sharing: Our first travel-after-divorce stories Tips on overcoming fears of traveling alone How travel helped the two of us see ourselves as "more interesting" Designing trips that are an easy first step- for you & for kids at home Solo vs group vs solo-not-solo trips Solo travel can be a powerful part of your grief process and also in discovering what you want in this next chapter of your life. Enjoy our chat! //MORE ON ALYSSA You can get a head start by downloading her free guide to your first solo trip at Fearless Freedom Travel. Website: Fearless Freedom TravelTikTok: Alyssa | Travel Advisor's Creator ProfileInstagram: (@fearlessfreedomtravel) //MORE ON MEG For tips on having a co-parenting relationship that's less drama and more ease, check out her free resources & coaching practice: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Gabby Jockers is the Mindful Boudoir Photographer and owner of Embodied Art Boudoir, a body-positive boudoir studio in Golden, CO just outside Denver. She uses embodiment practices like meditation & breathwork to help her clients get out of their heads and into their bodies. She is profoundly passionate about creating an experience for her clients that goes beyond just a 'sexy photoshoot' and serves as a stepping stone to the next step of their self-love journey. She is also the co-creator of The Body Deck, a body image-focused affirmation card deck. GABBY'S LINKS: - Website: https://embodiedartboudoir.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedartboudoir/ - The Body Deck: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1349481091/the-body-deck-77-affirmation-cards-body --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Shannon Ivey is just one of my favorite people! We crack each other up on this episode as we chat about: Her “life enema” after her divorce & job loss Using a tuning fork analogy to connect with our truest longings How she spots familiar conditioning in other ex-Evangelicals (the devil makes his first appearance on the podcast!) Choosing a midlife reinvention over a midlife crisis Shannon Ivey, MFA, is an ICF Professional Coach and Creative. She has often been called the Creative Fairy Godmother, the Story Goddess and the Longing Whisperer. She's an ex-professor, a late-in-life queer realizer, and a queen of reinvention. To get her free course BOUNCE, sign-up for her weekly email at: https://www.shannon-ivey.com/ // ABOUT MEG GLUCKMAN For more info on Meg's 1-1 private coaching program for divorced & co-parenting moms, or her free course- Fearless Co-Parenting- visit: https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Could it be that unrecognized or undiagnosed ADHD makes divorce or co-parenting more challenging for you? In this episode, I get to chat with Shaun Roney a coach for ADHD and Neurodivergent thinkers. She educates to create awareness, coaches to help uncover obstacles, and shares strategies to help ease and manage ADHD tendencies. She shares her story of figuring out she has ADHD and her experience of working with many clients with ADHD. I learned soooo much & I think you will too. A few of my favorite topics we covered: 3 Types of ADHD and what they look like in kids versus adults Medication Myths vs. Neuroscience ADHD Superpowers Masking vs People Pleasing Learn more about Shaun & her program, Brain Brilliance (open to adults experiencing ADHD and parents of kids with ADHD) at her website. If any of what we talked about rings true for your life experience, Shaun highly suggests that you take one step at a time and learn more about ADHD. She recommended two websites: Chadd.org and Add.org Her big dream is for kids & adults alike not to have to struggle with ADHD but to learn how they can thrive with that beautiful brain of theirs! //MORE ABOUT SHAUN www.revealedpath.com IG: @shaun.roney Youtube: @revealedpathlifecoaching FB: @revealedpath ADHD Tendency Quiz - In 10 short questions find out if you have ADHD tendencies and how they may be affecting you: https://revealedpath.com/adhd-tendency-quiz --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Elise Buie, Esq. is a Seattle-based family and divorce lawyer and founder of the Elise Buie Family Law Group. A survivor of Hurricane Katrina, her own divorce, and many lively family dinners with her husband, Doug, and their blended family of six teens and 20-somethings. In this episode, we chat about: What the advice to “put the best interest of the kids first” really means Taking ENTIRE responsibility for your life Her view of how divorce can be a great transformation instead of a tragedy We also wave our magic wands and talk about what we want every mom going through divorce to know— including all the options for support as you navigate your divorce & co-parenting. Elise is super fun to talk to, shares openly about the personal change she went through to become a better co-parent, and paints a picture of the possible happy endings in co-parenting. You don't want to miss this episode! Please share with anyone you know who is going through a divorce or is struggling with co-parenting. // MORE ABOUT ELISE BUIE IG: https://www.instagram.com/elisebuiefamilylawgroup/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/elisebuiefamilylaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elise-buie-family-law-group/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elisebuie Books mentioned in the episode: Relentless Solution Focus by Jason Selk Elise & Meg's favorite co-parenting book: The Co-Parenting Handbook By Karen Bonnell & Kristin Little --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Take a walk and listen to this sweet conversation with guest Pete Sibley as he shares his challenges with anxiety & depression and the dark times when he felt that he had "failed" at a music career. We'll cover self-talk "dressing rooms", punching-wall parenting moments, and how being raised to serve others doesn't automatically teach us how to be kind to ourselves--- and how to raise our kids with that skill. It's a vulnerable, applicable, heart-soothing conversation. Enjoy! // LEARN MORE ABOUT PETE Whether it's performing for millions in Times Square in NYC or creating a community sustainable living fair that is still going after 20 years, or helping hundreds of people find their inner kindness or traveling the U.S. for 16 months with his wife and two little babies as touring musicians… Pete has always been asking, “Why are we here?” His answer - Love. As a “self-kindness” life coach, Pete now coaches adults from self-attack and self-blame to self-acceptance and self-love. Because everything: every challenge, every obstacle, everything, is a chance to deepen one's capacity for love. Pete is a dad, husband, T1D, ADHD, multi-instrumentalist musician, outdoor enthusiast, lover of musicals, JRR Tolkien fan, and loves taking a cold plunge in the pacific ocean! www.petesibley.com @selfkindnesswithpete His Podcast - Your Song of Aliveness - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-song-of-aliveness-with-pete-sibley/id1516301097 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
Every divorce is different, but given our quirky human brains, we often talk about them in the same ways. I coach my clients on the "story" they currently tell about their divorce (to themselves and to others) and how it can shift and change over time. "Editing" or "rewriting" our story can magically✨unlock new, unexpected possibilities for us. It's especially helpful if we've been feeling unable to move on, stuck in yucky co-parenting drama, or feeling a lot of resentment or anger. When you're ready to change your story, you can do so without making past versions wrong or bad. Listen in to hear the 3 types of stories most folks tell about their divorce and compare it to how you talk about your divorce now. // MORE RESOURCES & WORKING WITH MEG https://linktr.ee/meggluckmancoaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/welcometotheotherside/message
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