The Divorced Dad Diaries

Welcome back to a new episode of The Divorced Dad Diaries!.   After a brief hiatus, I am happy to return with you all. In this episode, I delve into the anger stage of divorce, the phase that follows denial. Let's explore how anger surfaces when the reality of divorce sets in, sparking intense emotions and potential conflicts. I shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on managing this tumultuous period, highlighting the importance of communication, the pitfalls of emotional decisions, and the long-term impacts on both parents and children. Join us as we discuss strategies to cope with anger constructively, ensuring that decisions are made with clarity rather than emotion. Understand the significance of asking the right questions and focusing on future gains rather than dwelling on past hurts. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on navigating this challenging phase and moving towards a more positive future. For more episodes and resources, visit my website or connect with me on social media. Let's journey through this together, one step at a time. Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

In this week's episode of The Divorce Dad Diaries, we guide listeners through the "denial" phase–often the first stage experienced during the divorce process. We try to highlight the diverse elements of denial and provide a compassionate perspective drawn from my own personal experiences, helping listeners understand how denial can manifest both pre and post-divorce Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

It is already this time of year!  This week, on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I am of course talking about the holidays and how to try to navigate through them.  It is not always an easy time, but hopefully everyone can enjoy some time with the ones they love. A very Merry Christmas and Happy New year to everyone! :) Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I will talk about the  grief during divorce.    A person going through a divorce will go through a grieving process resembling the five stages of grieving death (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance). Those 5 stages are often defined as a sequence of steps that one must get through in order to heal from a divorce. The next 5 episodes will be dedicated and focus on every stage. Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I discussed Divorce and Gaslighting.  A word that has been used and re-used in all situations, and for many different reasons.  But what does it mean...  I mean, what does it really mean?  And why is it so overused these days? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I talk about how how stressful divorce is compared to other life events.  We get time off at work for a multitude of reasons and life events, but nothing yet when it comes to divorce.  Why is that, and is that fair? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

Happy New Year 2023 to all! :) This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I try give my perspective on the best way to go forward when things are stalling.  How do I file for divorce?  Should I serve the papers and how do I do that?  A few questions that are not that obvious when you realize there has been no progress for a while, and nothing seems to change! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

Happy Holidays to all! :) This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I talk about what I can or should or should not talk about with my kids.   They might have a lo of questions or concerns about the divorce, about their parents and the situation.  It can sometime make things a bit tricky! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I share with you all some of the very interesting discussions I had with my son, while enjoying the hot tub during our Thanksgiving weekend.     Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I talk about the moment when you know it is over, the moment when you know it's time.  Time to make a move, to leave, to get a separation or get divorced.  Do we ever really know? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

This week on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I am reflecting on the past 6 years while cleaning & sweeping my old place, getting ready to move into my new apartment and start a new chapter in my life.  A lot of emotions and harder than I thought to let go, but definitely time to move on, and looking forward to what is to come. Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

It been a while since my last episode, but I haven't forgotten about you all!  Summer vacations, moving and work all kept me especially busy :) That said, this week, on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I am talking about money once again.  And how you might want this that at the end it's all about the number, and how much you get from your spouse, while you should think about the impact of trying to "take it all". Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

Divorce is hard.  For us, but also for our kids.  We all love our children.  We want to see them as much as we can, and we want them enjoy the time they spend with us. Have we ever stopped and think though, do they enjoy coming over, spending time with us, or are they doing it just out of guilt? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

In this week's episode, we start with a famous quote from our friend Benjamin Franklin mentioning the two certainties in life... Death and Taxes! I'll try to stay positive and keep the topic of death for another time, but since it is tax season, I thought I'd stop and reflect on divorce and various decisions you might make which, at the end, may have huge tax implications. Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!  

A divorce can be very expensive, but what if you could go back in time and have more money and less problems?  This week we talk about money and direct (and indirect) cost of divorce, and of course, a few statistics to support all this!  Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

My first episode of the year, and hoping everyone is ready for another great one! This week, I ask myself...  What if...  What if I never got divorced?  How would my life be?  Better? Worst? It's a tough question to ask, and even tougher to answer!  But I was curious to see if I could answer it! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

Happy Holidays to all the Divorced Dad Diaries listeners! In this episode, I talk about how to navigate through the holidays, scheduling, gifts and of course, some of my best gift ideas :) I hope you all enjoy the episode and looking forward to hear from you all, and also to the new year coming very quickly! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! All the best to you all, and stay safe!

Am I too old to start over?  Or to be happy?  It's a tough question to ask yourself when you have been in a relationship or marriage for a long time.  Once you hit a certain age, you often ask yourself, am I too old to do this? This week in The Divorced Dad Diaries, we try to figure out if there's such a thing as too old to start a new life and be happy! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! Stay safe!

In this episode of The Divorced Dad Diaries,I talk about Wedding anniversaries, my wedding anniversary, and what to do on those days.  How do I feel?  Happy, sad or just a day I want to forget?  What to do on that day?  Or what not to do! Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! Stay safe!

In this episode of The Divorced Dad Diaries, we talk about narcissists and what it means… It seems that we talk about it more and more these days.  Let's talk about how it is used and misused at times. I asked myself that question…. Am I a narcissist? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! And go visit my good friend's page m&msfoodtravelfun if you love food and fun at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFeaOetTkW7ZaAWl3fzGvDw Stay safe!

In this episode, I talk about what it is like the Day After you have the talk, and decide to move forward with your separation or divorce.  It is a scary moment, and a lot of unknown, but also a chance for a new beginning. Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! And go visit my good friends page m&msfoodtravelfun if you love food and fun at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFeaOetTkW7ZaAWl3fzGvDw Stay safe!

This year, I had a pretty quiet Father's Day.  But at the same time, it was one of the best one I had.  Being a parent is not easy, but sometimes, you need that little boost to make you feel better. That is what I'll be sharing with you this week...  And I hope it makes you think and inspire you a little bit...  All I can say is hang in there, you're doing a great job! :) Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions or to share your stories! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more! Stay safe!

This week, I have the pleasure of having Bruce Mclaughlin, author of the book He said, She S.A.I.D., and then he went to jail.  We talk about his incredible story, his book, and also talk about what divorce and custody battle can do to a family. Part memoir, part thriller, and part horror story, He Said, She S.A.I.D., retells the story of one man's arrest, trial, conviction, escape attempt, and 4-year incarceration before he was able to prove his innocence and finally win his freedom. His story is particularly relevant reading amid the #MeToo movement. It also shines a light on aspects of Virginia's criminal justice system that require immediate reform. Having experienced the fate of criminals consigned to the Commonwealth's penal system, Bruce has dedicated the next stage of his career to educating the public on what parts of the system need to be changed, sharing his perspective as both a felon and an attorney, and advocating for those changes in the halls of justice. You can find Bruce's book on Amazon, Apple Books, or on its website at www.hesaidshesaidbook.com Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments, or questions Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more!  

This week, I talked about Marriage Counselling and Therapy.  Should we go through it, and is it really worth it?  Could it save my marriage (and avoid a divorce)? Or is it just a wishful thinking? I've asked around and got some really interesting feedback on all this...  And what about you, what do you think? :)   Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more!

In this episode, I talked about the children's custody and the different ways to share time with your kids.  But at the end, what should we do with our kids when they're with us? Or when they are not?  How can everyone be happy? Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries You can also visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more!

In this episode, I discuss how, when and what should be (or shouldn't be!) communicated to your ex-spouse.  What is best?  Text, email or a phone call?  Or just none of the above?  Please feel free to reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com for any comments! Or on Instagram @TheDivorcedDadDiaries And please visit www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com for more!

This week, I talk about relapse.  Everything might look better, go better, all seemed aligned, but there's always a risk for a relapse.  How can you deal with it and get back on your feet?   Feel free to share your thoughts on this! Email:                TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Website:            http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Instagram:        @TheDivorcedDadDiaries    Stay safe!  

Let's try to settle this once and for all...  Is that true that Dads just want to have fun? :) In this episode, I decided to talk about the myth or reality that dads just want to have fun.  We're never serious, or never the serious parent in a relationship.  Is that true?  And how so?  Can we also be a strict that nowadays?  Why not both? Feel free to share your thoughts on this! Email:                TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Website:            http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Instagram:        @TheDivorcedDadDiaries    Stay safe! :)

It is this time of year!  Holidays are almost here, and as much as it was never easy to plan when married, with family and friends, it can be even more challenging when you're divorced. We talk about planning, which is key to successful holidays, our first Christmas alone, and also out with the old and in with the new traditions with the kids! It's not something easy, but we can make it fun and start something new all together! I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!  Please stay safe and looking forward to have you back with me in the new year! You can reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com as always, and also on my website http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Or Instagram if you prefer @TheDivorcedDadDiaries!  

This week, I had the pleasure to meet with Tracy Poizner from The Essential Stepmom. In addition to her group for stepmoms, Tracy hosts a Facebook community for divorced dads called "One for the Dads" to create a safe, private space on social media for asking questions and sharing challenges. She recently asked the group what they were having the most trouble with in their parenting and they said they wanted to know "How do you stick to your guns and hold limits with your kids, without feeling like a bad guy". So, she created a 3-day Facebook Challenge called the "Stick to your Guns Parenting Bootcamp for Divorced Dads - and other Nice Guys". The bootcamp ran a few weeks ago, but she's offered my listeners to access the replay. You can sign up for that by going to bit.ly/dadpower and she'll send you the videos. You can also join Tracy and other dads on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/oneforthedads Also, you also read more about Tracy on the website: http://www.EssentialStepMom.com And also can listen to her podcast Essential Stepmom, which I had the pleasure of being on a little while back :) ​ If you want to reach out to me, please do so at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com or on my website www.TheDivorcedDadDiaires.com   Stay Safe! :)  

Do you every feel guilty about your separation?  Your divorce?  Your life?  Me neither!   In this episode, I talk about all the guilt that can sometime keep us up at night, and how to try to deal with it.  And even live with it.   Please come by and say hi!   Email:                TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Website:            http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/TheDivorcedDadDiaries Twitter:             http://www.twitter.com/DivorcedDiaries Instagram:        @TheDivorcedDadDiaries    Stay safe! :)

Happy 1st Annversary to The Divorced Dad Diaries!! It's so incredible, it's already been a year... In this episode, I look back at what we have achieved, how awesome you all are to be there with me, and what will be coming up next!   Also, be sure to listen to the episode and stay tuned for some birthday goodies for you, without who this would have never been possible...!   Please feel free to email me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com or you can find everything you need at http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com   Stay safe! :)

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to all!     In this episode, I talk about the good things about separation and divorce (and yes, there are!) and all I am thankful for in my life. Through all the pain and negativity, what are you thankful for?     You can reach me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com or visit my website at http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaires.com Also, follow me on Instagram and say hi! (@thedivorceddaddiaries) Stay safe!    

In this episode, I talk about the differences and some stereotypes that exists when we talk about divorced men and women. Are men still from Mars and women from Venus? Please feel free to leave me some comments about this episode and any other ones at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com And you can also visit my website at www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Stay safe and take care!    

In this episode, I have the immense pleasure to have my son as a guest!  As opposed to his sister, he has been staying with me full time, and he talks about how it is, the challenges, stereotypes and also the good parts to it!  Please feel free to reach out to me or him at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Stay safe and enjoy!  

In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk to Peter Maestrey, host of the new podcast Divorce - The First Six Months.   Peter is a divorced man with no children who believes that within every loss we have the ability to gain.  Peter was kind enough to come on the show to have a chat and also share his story as a divorced man, and how his journey made him a better person after all. You can also listen to his podcast and listen to his guests at:  www.DivorceTheFirstSix.com   For any questions, please feel free to email me at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com and please visit my website at www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com  

In this episode, I finally talk about a very common and often very hot topic - Money.  How to manage it, how to spend it, how to save some...  It's all about what I have learned and wish I had known! Please feel free to reach out with questions or just to say hi to TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com or please visit my website and leave me a voicemail at http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com  Thank you and hope you enjoy!  

This week, on The Divorced Dad Diaries, I have a very special guest who accepted to join me and discuss relationships for men and dads after a divorce. Angela S Walker is a Relationship Designer and Certified Coach with over 10yrs of experience. She has dedicated her life to helping singles and couples design relationship strategies that are comprehensive and customized for their specific relationship needs. The personal obstacles she has overcome makes assisting others on their relationship journey very rewarding. After a 14 year marriage that failed due to infidelity, verbal and emotional abuse as well as the pressure of raising a disabled child, Angela had  to go on an emergency self discovery journey to rediscover who she really is. With her approach of “Barring My Scars to Help Others Heal” She has provoked others to reclaim their love for one another through effective communication tips and techniques.   She has also created coaching services that are more affordable to those who need a relationship coach, but could never really afford one.   For more information:  https://linktr.ee/angelawalker   And if you're interested in Angela's Master Class on Divorced Men and Dating:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/divorced-men-and-dating-tickets-115323026276   Thank you!

People deal and cope differently with stress, anxiety and loneliness. It is never easy, and it can take a lot of time and effort to go through those difficult times and come out on top. In this episode, I talk about what helped me go through some tough times, and get to the light at the end of the tunnel! And dont forget to visit the new and improved www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com *** The Divorced Dad Diaries made it to #13 on the FeedSpot - Top 20 Divorce Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020! *** Go check it out at FeedSpot.com      

Going through a divorce is never easy, and we sometime wonder how our kids feel through this. I had the chance to interview a very special guest, very dear to my heart, who helped me understand how they felt through the process, and also agreed to share her story with us. If anyone out there needs to talk or want to reach out or just talk, feel free to reach me (or my daughter) at TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com

In this latest episode, we talk about the kids.  Did they see any of this coming?  How did they react?   Also, we discuss an interesting article from Scientific American about Kids and Divorce, and finally, should we stay for the kids? Feel free to send me any questions, comments or suggestions to TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Take care and stay safe!  

In this episode, I talk about being stuck in quarantine and not knowing what do do as far as Children custody.  I also discuss about a court case in Ontario about restricting children access during these times of self-isolation.

We get to a point where we need to have a talk.  THE talk.  And there is no turning back.  This is probably one of the toughest part of this journey. In this episode, I'll discuss how I got to this point, and specifically, what I did and how did I move forward.

We all think we know better about the roles and responsibilities in a marriage or relationship, and always envy our partner.  The grass seems to always be greener on the other side!   In this episode, I'll be discussing the roles and responsibilities we have, or should have, or maybe even shouldn't have!  The are often the cause of many discussions, disagreements and can definitely break a couple.

We all compare ourselves to others in different situations.  Going through separation or divorce is no different.   This episode is discussing some interesting facts and statistics found on the web about divorce, and seeing where we stand throughout those numbers.   Please feel free to reach out and follow me:   Email:                TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Website:            http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/TheDivorcedDadDiaries Twitter:             http://www.twitter.com/DivorcedDiaries Instagram:        @TheDivorcedDadDiaries Youtube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFBj-4pKZpfzjxtPiqI6o7Q?view_as=subscriber   Thank you again!  

We're kicking off the official Episode 1 of The Divorced Dad Diaries! It will be an introduction to the new DDD, and we'll be discussing about who I am, what is this podcast about, and why, oh why, Divorced Dad Diaries?  Please feel free to reach out and follow me:   Email:                TheDivorcedDadDiaries@gmail.com Website:            http://www.TheDivorcedDadDiaries.com Facebook:          http://www.facebook.com/TheDivorcedDadDiaries Twitter:              http://www.twitter.com/DivorcedDiaries Instagram:        @TheDivorcedDadDiaries Youtube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFBj-4pKZpfzjxtPiqI6o7Q?view_as=subscriber   Thank you again!  

The Divorced Dad Diaries is a podcast about my journey through separation and divorce.  It will hopefully help reflect on different topics that we, men, don't always like or want to talk about!