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How can parents in high-conflict co-parenting prioritize their child's well-being? Michelle Dempsey-Multack—divorce coach, co-parenting expert, and best-selling author of Moms Moving On—joins host Evelyn Mendal on Help Them Bloom to discuss how divorcing or divorced parents can navigate challenges while prioritizing their child's well-being. Together, they address common fears, like whether divorce will “mess up” kids, emphasizing that it's not the divorce itself, but parents' actions, that shape a child's long-term health and happiness. Drawing on her personal experience as a child of divorce and a co-parent, Michelle highlights the power of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and focusing on the child's needs over personal conflict. The conversation explores managing emotions during the divorce process, supporting children's feelings, and cultivating critical thinking skills to help kids process their experiences. They also share strategies for maintaining neutrality in co-parenting, navigating high-conflict situations, and empowering parents to focus on what they can control. Takeaways Parents often struggle with their emotions affecting co-parenting. Children's feelings about divorce are valid and should be acknowledged. It's crucial to support children's relationships with both parents. Healing from past trauma is essential for effective co-parenting. Children need to learn critical thinking skills to navigate their feelings. Validating children's feelings helps them process their experiences. Parents should avoid projecting their feelings onto their children. Managing discomfort in children is a key part of parenting during divorce. Consistent support from one parent can help children thrive. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Divorce Coaching and Co-Parenting 06:04 Emotional Impact of Divorce on Co-Parenting 11:58 The Role of Ego in Co-Parenting Dynamics 18:03 Supporting Children Through Divorce 23:52 The Importance of Validating Children's Feelings 30:03 Final Thoughts on Divorce and Co-Parenting
Michelle Dempsey-Multack MS, CDS, is a writer, mom, coach, certified divorce specialist (TM) (CDS), speaker, and genuine girl power enthusiast. She graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in journalism and communication and then earned a double masters degree in education from Adelphi University. She hosts the weekly podcast Moms Moving On, and writes regularly for Parents, Scary Mommy, and others. A former New Yorker, she now lives in Miami with her husband, daughter, and stepdaughter. SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport
Leveling Up & Legacy Building with Michelle Dempsey In this episode, we're talking with Michelle Dempsey, the founder of Moms Moving On and the Moving On Method. Michelle's journey from client-facing divorce coach to certification leader is filled with insights for anyone looking to scale their business, shift from hands-on work to leadership, or create a lasting legacy. Michelle and Dana discuss what it truly means to level up in your career, the emotional hurdles that come with leaving the “trenches,” and the deep impact of building a legacy through mentorship and certification. Michelle shares her journey of overcoming imposter syndrome, learning to embrace leadership without losing authenticity, and creating a certification program that empowers a new generation of divorce coaches. If you're ready to move from direct service to mentoring others or simply want to feel inspired by Michelle's story, this episode is a must-listen. Key Points Covered: Why Leveling Up is Hard for Women: Michelle dives into why women feel guilt or hesitation when moving from hands-on work to leadership, and how she overcame these challenges. Building a Legacy through Certification: Learn how Michelle's Moving On Method certification program is changing the landscape of divorce coaching, offering real-world skills and mentorship to her graduates. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Scaling with Integrity: Michelle opens up about her struggles with self-doubt and the importance of scaling her business while maintaining high ethical standards. The Power of Deep Thought in Leadership: Dana and Michelle discuss why leaders need to prioritize big-picture thinking, vision, and relationship-building over daily tasks. Episode Takeaways: Leveling up doesn't mean losing touch with your audience—it can actually deepen your impact. Creating a certification program or mentorship opportunity is a powerful way to build a legacy and empower others. Real leadership requires making space for strategic growth and giving yourself permission to step back. Resources Mentioned: Michelle Dempsey's Moving On Method – Discover Michelle's certification program and learn more about her work with divorce coaching.
Send us a textI'm going through a divorce, and this week I'm joined by divorce coach Jess Evans to talk all things co-parenting, identity, and dating after divorce. Basically, I'm asking all the questions I want to know the answers to as I navigate my own separation in the hopes that this conversation can help any other mom out there who might be going through the same thing!In the episode, Jess and I talk about:Navigvating co-parenting and letting go of controlStigmas around being divorcedBreaking marital cycles of co-dependencyReestablishing your identity after divorceKnowing when it's time to start dating againTips for dating after divorceA little about our guest:Jess is a single mom of two, certified divorce and co-parenting coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle Dempsey-Multack for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. She and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents.As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you.To connect with Jess, you can follow her on Instagram @mmocoachjess.If you found this episode valuable, share it with other moms in your life. Follow along with The Worthy Mother Podcast on Instagram @emily.rose.hardy and @worthymotherpodcast, and don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen!
Have a quick question to be explored on the show? Send us a text message! Include your email address if you would like a personal response. Click HEREDiane & Rick are taking a short break. To round out season four, they are featuring interviews where they were guests on other podcasts! This week they join Michelle Dempsey-Multack of the Moms Moving On podcast and discuss what it means to be a non-impossible co-parent and helpful communication strategies with a difficult ex. WHAT'S HAPPENING LINKS:Attend the weekly Hump Day Wednesdays for only $10/month (exclusively for Patreon VIPs), resuming August 14th. Purchase a one-year Patreon VIP subscription and receive the I Am Non-Impossible journal!IMPACT Training for Professionals - do you want to build a thriving team practice to help high conflict co-parents? Diane & Rick can help!To order a copy of the book I Am Non-Impossible: A 12-Week Guide to Co-Parenting Peace, visit www.CPDilemmas.com/store. Support the Show.Want to talk about this episode with Diane and other parents? Be part of the conversation on the NON-Impossibles Facebook groupFind us on X (Twitter) and Instagram @CPDilemmasIf you are a professional working with high-conflict co-parents, join our LinkedIn group.Have a co-parent dilemma? Email Dilemma@CPDilemmas.com Become a Non-Impossible VIP Listener for some really cool perks!To get a special discount on therapy through BetterHelp, visit www.BetterHelp.com/DilemmaDealing with alcohol addiction in your co-parent relationship? Explore peace of mind with SoberLink. For a discount on your device, CLICK HERE.RATE THE SHOW!CLICK HERE to subscribe to our monthly podcast email to get a sneak peak into upcoming topics
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
After divorce, you may look forward to finding that new partner who gives you what you need. When starting a new relationship, how do you even think of blending your family with the potential family of a new partner? This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Ashley Presti, who is well versed in all things blended families. Ashley shares her incredible knowledge in blending families and the two of them will cover: Navigating co-parenting with your new partner and their co-parent Taking things slow and keeping open communication with all children involved Giving each child special 1:1 time while finding common ground with their potential future step-siblings AND SO MUCH MORE Hi, I'm Ashley! I'm a mom to my incredible daughter Emry and a bonus mama to two wildly loving twin boys. Our extended blended family includes bonus siblings and our coparents. Raised in the Midwest in a blended home, I've navigated divorce, coparenting, dating as a single mom, and blending three pre-teens (and a dog). These experiences ignited my passion for helping other families find their new chapters. As a Moms Moving On certified coparenting coach with over 10 years of hands-on experience, my goal is to guide others through the emotional and physical aspects of starting over, dating with kids, and blending families. I'm dedicated to supporting families in creating cohesive, supportive environments by leveraging both my professional and personal experience to build strong, resilient relationships and a united parenting perspective. Divorce, dating with kids, and coparenting often take us by surprise. I'm here to help you navigate the highs and lows, from rediscovering your new self to blending a family and remarrying. It's about embracing the second chances you never expected. Instagram-@chemistry_of_coparenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Avant de devenir parents, on ne réfléchit peut-être pas assez à l'impact de l'arrivée d'un enfant pour la vie d'un couple. Devenir parents implique, au final, d'avoir une envie commune pour l'avenir de nos enfants, mais aussi un projet commun pour nous, en tant que couple parental. Que se passe-t-il lorsque le couple parental se dissout ? Comment trouver un nouvel équilibre ? Par quoi cela passe ? Qu'est-ce qui est le plus important pour préserver les enfants ? Noémie Khenkine-Sonigo est ancienne avocate en droit des familles. Elle a fondé récemment une application qui s'appelle TeamParents pour aider les familles, quelle que soit leur configuration, à traverser les aléas des épreuves de la vie. TeamParents intervient pour donner des conseils de parentalité et orienter de manière précise en matière de droit, les parents séparés. Ici on parle équipe parentale, outils de communications, exercice à faire ensemble, la meilleure solution quand il y a un conflit exacerbé. L'épisode est très concret et peut s'écouter même si vous n'êtes pas séparés, puisque l'objectif de Noémie est de redonner du pouvoir aux équipes parentales! Je vous souhaite une très bonne écoute. Voici les livres mentionnés dans cet épisode : Moms Moving On. Putting Children First. Rester parent après la séparation. Pour compléter cette écoute, vous pouvez redécouvrir l'épisode 98 – Rester parents après une séparation – Sabrina De Dinechin, médiatrice familiale & autrice.
In this empowering episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I am joined by bestselling author, coach, speaker, and certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, Michelle Dempsey-Multack. As the author of Simon & Schuster's Moms Moving On: Real Life Advice on Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best Self and founder of the Moms Moving On community, Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Her significant presence on Instagram and her popular weekly podcast, Moms Moving On, have established her as a leading voice in the divorce and co-parenting space. Join us as Michelle shares her insights on overcoming divorce, navigating co-parenting challenges, and empowering yourself to move forward confidently. This is an episode you won't want to miss! https://linktr.ee/Themichelledempsey https://momsmovingon.com/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Moms-Moving-On/Michelle-Dempsey-Multack/9781982184582
In this empowering episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I am joined by bestselling author, coach, speaker, and certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, Michelle Dempsey-Multack. As the author of Simon & Schuster's Moms Moving On: Real Life Advice on Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best Self and founder of the Moms Moving On community, Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Her significant presence on Instagram and her popular weekly podcast, Moms Moving On, have established her as a leading voice in the divorce and co-parenting space. Join us as Michelle shares her insights on overcoming divorce, navigating co-parenting challenges, and empowering yourself to move forward confidently. This is an episode you won't want to miss! https://linktr.ee/Themichelledempsey https://momsmovingon.com/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Moms-Moving-On/Michelle-Dempsey-Multack/9781982184582
In this empowering episode of Fearlessly Authentic, I am joined by bestselling author, coach, speaker, and certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, Michelle Dempsey-Multack. As the author of Simon & Schuster's Moms Moving On: Real Life Advice on Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best Self and founder of the Moms Moving On community, Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Her significant presence on Instagram and her popular weekly podcast, Moms Moving On, have established her as a leading voice in the divorce and co-parenting space. Join us as Michelle shares her insights on overcoming divorce, navigating co-parenting challenges, and empowering yourself to move forward confidently. This is an episode you won't want to miss! https://linktr.ee/Themichelledempsey https://momsmovingon.com/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Moms-Moving-On/Michelle-Dempsey-Multack/9781982184582
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Co-Parenting does not end when the school year does, but what happens in summer? As parents, we know how important it is to give your children consistency year-round. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess give their breakdown on how to handle summer break while letting your kids be kids. Tune into this information packed episode where together they will cover: Important details to include in your parenting plan surrounding summer Why it can be helpful to keep the schedule the same when the children are not in school Preparing for the new school year AND MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
We're sure you've heard the term "Disneyland Parent" from friends, family or maybe even your lawyer. What exactly is a Disneyland parent, and is it really a terrible thing for your children? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess share their insight on Disneyland parenting and their experiences both personally and in coaching. Together they will cover: What is a Disneyland parent Letting go of control in co-parenting Shifting your perspective that maybe this could be helpful for your co-parent in the beginning AND MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I Didn't Sign Up for This - Honest Conversations about Parenthood
This week I am so excited to be talking to Michelle Dempsey Multack! If you don't know who Michelle is, she is a certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, bestselling author, educator for divorce coaches, and podcast host of Moms Moving On. Her book and podcast helped me tremendously when I was navigating my divorce and I am so so thankful for the work she is doing in this space. In this episode, Michelle shares about how she found confidence and empowerment after her divorce and the importance of reframing divorce as an opportunity for personal growth. We also talk about setting boundaries when co-parenting and tips for talking to children about divorce.Can't wait for you all to listen to this one! Follow Michelle on Instagram: @themichelledempseyMom's Moving On Podcast: https://momsmovingon.com/podcasts/Buy Michelle's Book Moms Moving On (Audio Version): https://amzn.to/48TtFl7Buy Michelle's Book Moms Moving On (Hardcover): https://amzn.to/3SYTH0bDon't forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
FOMO, something we ALL experience, but co-parenting fomo seems to hit even harder. We understand that feeling of missing out on things when your children are with their other parent and are here to help. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their tips and tricks to work through the emotions you feel surrounding missing out on things with your children. Together they will cover: Ensuring that your children the same life experiences they would have if you would have stayed married Managing your emotions Working through feeling like you have to "compete" with the other parent Ways to stay connected with your children when they are gone AND MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Chances are your communication wasn't great with your co-parent when you were married, so it is likely that now you are no longer together, it won't improve overnight. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their communication struggles and what they have learned over the years. Together they will cover: Breaking the martial cycle of co-dependency Not looking to your ex for validation Having a well written parenting plan to avoid needing to communicate often AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Just like there is no road map for how to get divorce, there also isn't one for how to blend families. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their personal experiences with blending families and also how to handle their ex blending in a new relationship. It is so important to take things slow and follow your child's lead. In this informational episode, Michelle and Jess will cover: Reminding yourself that although your ex has a new partner, you will always be mom Holding space for your new partners ex if they aren't quite ready to meet Not referring to your new step-children as "your" children Giving your children plenty of 1:1 time after blending famillies AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
As single parents, we want to give our children the same opportunities they would have had in a "traditional home." This includes, encouraging them to participate in extracurricular activities, but how should you handle that with your co-parent? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Co-Host Jess Evans will breakdown the best way to approach sporting events, school activities and more. Michelle and Jess will discuss: The importance of trying to attend events with your co-parent Following your child's lead Sharing important dates and events with your co-parent Ensuring your child does not feel like they have to "choose" a parent during or after events AND MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Je vous encourage à le faire si vous avez envie. Au lieu de vous fixer des objectifs, choisissez un mot qui définit votre année. Ça peut être : puissance, paix, lâcher prise, lumière, limites, repos, ou encore liberté, sororité, care ou fun! J'avais donc choisi le mot briller et, sans le savoir à ce moment-là, briller allait être le révélateur de mon année. Pour briller, il faut d'abord accepter la part d'ombre présente en nous et ensuite vouloir aller rallumer la lumière à l'intérieur de soi. Je n'avais pas anticipé que ma situation personnelle à ce moment-là, précis, allait se dégrader et que j'allais être diagnostiquée en dépression sévère 2 semaines plus tard. Je n'en n'ai jamais parlé ouvertement, j'avais envie d'avoir un peu de recul sur cette période. Ça va bientôt faire un an et je me sens capable de le faire aujourd'hui. Si vous avez déjà été diagnostiquée en dépression vous connaissez cette sensation de vide, de noirceur, d'incapacité à vouloir évoluer. Cette tristesse profonde qui peut vous envahir. Là du noir, de l'ombre, du dark, il y en a! Donc pour réussir à briller, je partais de très loin. J'ai commencé un traitement d'antidépresseurs, fin janvier. Les premiers temps, je vomissais tous les matins, la molécule ne me convenait pas. Ma médecin m'en a prescrit un autre avec une dose plus légère, et là, c'était le bon fit! J'ai passé 3 mois complets sous antidépresseurs et 1 mois où j'ai arrêté progressivement. Ça fait donc 8 mois que je ne prends plus rien du tout. Ni xanax ni anti-dépresseurs. Je sais que ce n'est pas recommandé de le faire si rapidement, mais j'étais accompagnée par ma psy et ma médecin. Je me sentais extrêmement bien et je savais que je serai capable d'être heureuse et sereine même sans médicaments. Pourquoi je vous raconte un peu de ma dépression ? Parce que c'est, en partie, grâce à mes lectures que j'ai sorti la tête de l'eau. Et attention je ne parle que de moi, pour certaines personnes il faut des années de traitements médicamenteux et des suivis psy, surtout si vous êtes en postpartum, faites vous suivre, c'est important. Pour moi je savais que c'était un coup de pouce dont j'avais besoin sur le moment, mais j'avais la profonde conviction que j'allais aller bien, SI je faisais attention à certains aspects de ma vie. Nous n'avons pas tous et toutes la même capacité de résilience face à l'adversité et ni de sensibilité face ce qui nous plonge dans le noir. Alors si vous êtes dans le dur, dans une période extrêmement sombre, soyez indulgent et indulgente envers vous-même. Vous faites comme vous pouvez, au rythme qui vous convient, il n'y a pas de course quand il s'agit de santé mentale. Je vous parle donc des 8 livres exactement qui m'ont vraiment amené à avoir une grande réflexion sur moi pour avancer et rejoindre la lumière. Ces livres et épisodes m'ont redonné du pouvoir. Oui, nous avons du pouvoir sur notre santé physique et psychique. ( Pour lire la suite, rdv sur le site : www.lamatrescence.fr Le premier livre qui m'a aidé s'intitule You Happier, 7 neuroscience secrets based on your brain type. L'auteur est Dr Amen, psychiatre depuis 30 ans et neuroscientifique, il a scanné plus de 250 000 cerveaux. Je l'ai découvert via le podcast de Jay Shetty, On Purpose. Dans son livre qui est traduit en français, Dr Amen vous explique le pouvoir de votre pensée, de la gratitude, de la façon dont on se parle, le pouvoir du sport, de la nutrition et du sommeil. Il détaille les 16 différents types de cerveaux qu'il a identifiés et les réactions que l'on peut avoir en fonction de la structure de notre cerveau. Je suis type 3, vous pouvez faire le test, le lien est à la fin des notes. Le type 3 c'est : “Brain Type 3 Individuals with Brain Type 3 are often tenacious, persistent, and sometimes stubborn. They tend to struggle with worry, have trouble sleeping, and like things to be done a certain way. Those with Brain Type 3 often have increased activity in the front part of the brain called the anterior cingulate gyrus (ACG). The ACG influences your ability to “go with the flow.” When the ACG is overactive, probably due to low activity of serotonin, people can have problems shifting attention. People with Brain Type 3 don't need more stimulation. In fact, caffeine and diet pills tend to make them worse.” D'après le magazine Santé : La sérotonine fait partie des 4 hormones dites du bonheur avec l'ocytocine, la dopamine et les endorphine. La sérotonine est un produit chimique qui peut affecter l'humeur. Présente dans le cerveau, le sang, le tube digestif et les tissus conjonctifs du corps humain (...), elle provoque la contraction des vaisseaux sanguins, aide à transmettre l'information dans tout le système nerveux central et joue un rôle dans le fonctionnement cérébral. Ce messager chimique est aussi responsable de la stimulation des zones du cerveau contrôlant le sommeil et l'éveil chez l'être humain. La sérotonine est liée au stress et clairement, être mère de 3 enfants en bas-âge, ça me procure du stress, sachant que j'ai une tendance à être anxieuse. Donc ça a du sens pour moi de faire attention à cet aspect là. La bonne nouvelle c'est que je n'ai jamais bu de café ou pris de stimulants… Dans ce livre il y a 3 choses que j'ai retenues pour mon quotidien. La première : finir ma journée par me dire ce qu'il s'est bien passé aujourd'hui. Il explique que plus le cerveau fait la connexion avec des pensées positives, plus on aura tendance à confirmer nos biais et mettre des lunettes de la gratitude au lieu de voir la vie à travers des lunettes de la défiance. Le 2e point parle de nos pensées, encore. Il écrit de manière assez drôle “ne crois pas tout ce que ton cerveau te raconte”. Nous pouvons prendre du recul sur ce que l'on se raconte au quotidien, quand tout semble dérailler. Parfois ce sont nos peurs qui parlent, nos blocages, nos mécanismes de défense et pas la réalité. Par exemple, quand on a la sensation d'être nulle et de décevoir tout le monde, on peut réussir à changer d'optique en se disant “ Cette journée, ne me définie pas, je ne suis pas nulle, c'est faux, je traverse une difficulté, je vais y arriver.” Et enfin, c'est la première fois que je lisais des études dédiées aux effets de l'alcool sur les capacités cognitives et le cerveau. Je n'ai jamais beaucoup bu, j'ai toujours été la Sam des soirées. C'est dû à mon histoire perso, mais j'ai dû être vraiment bourrée moins d'une dizaine de fois dans ma vie. Là, en ayant enchaîné 3 ans de grossesses et allaitement, clairement l'alcool ne faisait plus partie de ma vie et lire son livre m'en a convaincu. Je ne bois plus du tout. L'alcool perturbe le sommeil, nos connexions neuronales, mais aussi notre système digestif et nerveux. Je vous assure qu'on peut quand même faire la fête et s'amuser en trinquant à l'eau ou au Champomy ;-) Le 2e livre : Les joies insoupçonnées du célibat (il n'existe qu'en anglais). Bon clairement, ce livre j'en ai eu besoin quand je vivais une séparation très douloureuse. J'avais besoin de lire qu'être célibataire ne voulait pas dire être seule. Ce livre écrit par la journaliste anglaise Catherine Gray, est un booster d'énergie et vient questionner nos besoins d'être en couple pour se dire heureuses/heureux. Elle a un angle très féministe et dégomme le patriarcat qui nous a vendu le model de l'amour hétéro comme la fin en soi. J'ai vraiment aimé ce livre plus léger mais qui aborde des sujets fondamentaux pour retrouver l'amour que l'on a pour soi avant tout. Le reste vient après. Si vous vivez une séparation douloureuse, je vous le recommande. Et si vous avez été en couple toute votre vie, je vous le recommande encore plus. C'est intéressant de se poser des question sur nos schémas familiaux et sociétaux sur ce thème. Le 3e livre s'appelle : Se construire avec des parents émotionnellement immatures Dr Lindsay Gibson, psychologue clinicienne. Ouh celui là est un bijou pour plusieurs raisons. J'ai découvert la Dr Gibson dans le podcast 10% happier. La conversation m'avait bluffée… Comme souvent j'écoute un auteur ou une autrice dans un podcast et ensuite j'achète le livre. Le livre est très complet et nous fait nous interroger sur l'enfance que l'on a eu. A quel type de parent on a eu affaire? Comment était l'ambiance à la maison ? Comment réagissait nos parents en fonction de leur immaturité? Elle y décrit 4 types de parents immatures dans ce livre avec des caractéristiques bien précises. Le parent émotif, le parent débordant, le parent rejetant et le parent passif. Pour être honnête, ce livre nous fait aussi réaliser qu'on est toutes et tous un peu immatures émotionnellement, à certains moments de nos vies. Mais en avoir conscience aide à mieux se comprendre. Bref un must have, vraiment si vous êtes en conflit avec vos parents ou votre éducation ou si vous avec un ou une personne de votre entourage proche émotionnellement immature! Le 4e livre, vous m'avez entendu en parler depuis 6 mois, c'est le premier livre du Dr Nicole Lepera, psychologue holistique, elle en a écrit 2 de plus depuis : How to do the work (bonne nouvelle il est traduit en Francais : Guéris tes blessures). Ça a été une révélation. Parfois les livres arrivent dans vos mains au moment où vous en avez le plus besoin. Il a eu une résonance particulière pour moi et m'a permis de changer ma façon d'interagir avec le monde. Mais aussi, parce qu'avant ça j'avais largement commencé à me documenter sur tout un tas de sujets et notamment les liens d'attachements. How to do the work (lien en EN) vous permet de reprendre du contrôle sur votre vie intérieure et votre état émotionnel. Son approche holistique, c'est-à-dire qui englobe plusieurs aspects de notre santé est primordiale. Son livre m'a donné les clés dont j'avais besoin pour revenir à moi. Je l'ai lu deux semaines après avoir été diagnostiquée en dépression. Il a été vital. Pour plus de détails, vous pouvez écouter les épisodes 120/124/130 C'est grâce à ce livre que j'arrive à calmer rapidement mon anxiété, que je termine mes douches par de l'eau froide, systématiquement pendant 1 min ou plus. (ma fille de 6 ans le fait avec moi) que j'arrive à prendre de la distance sur les réactions des autres et que j'ai ENFIN compris que je suis la seule responsable de mon bonheur, que je peux faire une seule et unique chose, c'est contrôler ce que moi je ressens. Ce livre a eu le pouvoir de changer ma vie pour le meilleur. Le 5e livre s'intitule Moms Moving On, il n'est pas traduit en français. Si vous maîtrisez bien l'anglais, il est facile à lire. Pourquoi il est important pour moi ce livre, pour 2 raisons, la première c'est que son autrice Michelle Dempsey ne néglige aucun aspect de la séparation du couple, avec des enfants. C'est comme une amie qui te prend la main, et qui te dit, tu vas te relever, ça va être dur mais je suis là pour te guider. Si vous êtes en plein dans le tumulte de vous séparer de votre co-parent, ce livre intelligent vous donne la marche à suivre pour que cette transition soit la plus douce et constructive possible pour vous et vos enfants. Dans la plupart des cas, ce sont les femmes qui prennent la décision de partir, c'est ce qu'elle a fait quand sa fille avait 2 ans et elle raconte son parcours. La deuxième raison c'est parce qu'elle dit une phrase ultra importante à mes yeux : Aime tes enfants plus que tu ne détestes ton ex. Je la répète, aime tes enfants plus que tu ne détestes ton ex. Bien sûr on peut appliquer ce mantra dans une relation où le co-parent est sain et qu'il y a simplement des tensions d'adultes normales. Cette phrase m'a transformée et m'a aidée à faire baisser la colère que je ressentais depuis des mois. Il y a beaucoup d'espoirs dans cet ouvrage. La vie qui vous attend va être belle. Son autre mantra important : Il suffit d'un parent raisonnable dans une situation déraisonnable. A vous de vous faire votre idée. Le 6e s'appelle The Good Life. Je l'ai lu cet été, c'est un pavé assez impressionnant. Il est en français et raconte les résultats de l'étude scientifique la plus longue jamais réalisée dans le monde, menée par l'université d'Harvard, sur le bonheur de manière générale. Pendant 80 ans, des chercheurs ont suivi 724 individus et leurs 1 300 descendants aux Etats-Unis pour en tirer des conclusions sur ce qui fait le bonheur de la vie. Le livre est passionnant et le résultat sans appel : notre entourage est l'élément, le facteur, le plus important de notre vie pour déterminer notre échelle de bonheur. Dans le livre on retrouve les histoires de certains participants mais aussi l'analyse des résultats par 2 chercheurs actuels qui ont continué cette étude. Argent, santé, relations amicales et amoureuses, trajectoire de vies, études, tout est passé au crible pour disséquer notre capacité à vivre heureux. Le 7e livre est celui de Mindy Pelz : Fast Like a Girl. J'ai adoré ce livre mais j'ai un bémol, parce qu'elle n'est pas médecin et il est difficile de savoir si tout ce qui est écrit, a été vérifié. Elle cite beaucoup d'études et je trouve que les explications sont très claires. J'ai commencé le jeûne intermittent et j'ai adoré. J'ai adoré comment mon corps répond à cela en fonction de mon cycle hormonal. Mais voilà je ne ne veux pas vous envoyer vers un livre dont l'autrice n'est pas claire à 100% sur son background qui n'est pas médecine. Le dernier dont je voulais vous parler est le livre de Dr Libby Weaver, qui est spécialiste de micronutrition. Dans son livre le syndrome de la femme pressée, elle explique comment notre mode de vie toujours plus stressant et rapide vient perturber notre équilibre hormonal en tant que femme. Nous sommes dans une ère où le droit au repos n'est pas valorisé ou le manque de productivité est assimilé à de l'échec, où la todo list qui n'en finit plus peut nous mettre dans des états de stress important. En tant que parents, nous sommes encore plus affectés par cette charge mentale. Et c'est notre santé qui trinque. Dr Libby Weaver nous parle de café, d'alcool, de sédentarité, de repas avalés à la va-vite et non dégustés, de nos hormones, et de la gestion de l'anxiété. Elle propose un questionnaire au début de son livre pour voir si vous rentrez dans la catégorie de la femme pressée. Au début j'avais la sensation que non, et puis au fur et à mesure des questions je me suis rendue compte que je laissais parfois mon quotidien dicter ma relation au stress au lieu de le gérer. A toutes les femmes pressées de ce monde, je vous souhaite de ralentir et d'arriver à être ancrée dans le moment présent. Voilà pour mes 8 lectures capitales de cette année. En ce qui concerne les podcasts je les écoute seulement en anglais. Donc je ne vais pas les détailler mais je vous les donne : Jay Shetty The Mel Robbins podcast Diary of a CEO The Goal Digger Podcast Les livres recommandés : Dr Amen : Plus heureux en 30 jours (fr). You happier, 7 neuroscience secrets based on your brain type (en) Catherine Gray : The Unexpected joy of being single (en) Lindsay C. Gibson : Se construire avec des parents immatures (fr) Nicole Lepera : Guéris tes blessures (fr). How do to the work (en) Michelle Dempsey-Multack : Moms moving On (en) Robert Waldinger : The Good life (fr) Dr. Mindy Pelz : Fast like a girl (en) Dr Libby Weaver : Le syndrome de la femme pressée (fr). The rushing woman syndrome (en) Lien pour le test du type de cerveau : https://brainmd.com/blog/which-of-the-16-brain-types-are-you/ - https://brainhealthassessment.com/consent - Brain Type Test: This Is Why You Do What You Do! (brainmd.com) Article - Comment booster la sérotonine et améliorer son humeur ? Mon mot pour 2024… STABILITÉ Je vous souhaite une très bonne écoute! Rejoignez La Matrescence, faites partie des cercles sur Patreon, et suivez les news Instagram & Tiktok. Si vous voulez recevoir la newsletter, c'est par ici : https://lamatrescence.myflodesk.com/newsletter
Are you a single mama ready to get back into the dating world? Dating is a lot! It can be overwhelming - especially when you throw a divorce and kids into the mix. Are you feeling lost in navigating this new chapter? This episode is for you!We cover in this episode:How do you know you are ready to date after divorce? Divorce is like grief, I imagine those come and go and can make you feel ICK about dating.How and when do you tell your kids you are dating? (do you even tell them when it's early/casual?)What boundaries are important to set with the person you are dating early on? What boundaries do you set with your EX?What are your personal tips in finding a healthy relationship after divorce?About Jess:Jess is a single mom of two, certified divorce and co-parenting coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle Dempsey-Multack for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents.As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you.Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
We often talk about navigating the holidays with your ex, but what about your ex in-laws? Maybe things were rocky between the two of you during your marriage or perhaps you were extremely close and now you worry what the relationship will be like. Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans have you covered on this week's episode of Unfiltered. Together Michelle and Jess will help you: Learn to be flexible when planning your holiday schedule Remembering that you ex in-laws care and love your children Whether to buy them gifts or not Continuing to think about what is best for the children AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
We all know the holidays, while being magical can also be extremely stressful, especially if you are co-parenting. In this special episode of Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and co-host Jess Evans open up about their personal experiences with co-parenting during the holidays and offer their advice for listeners. Whether this is your first year or your 10th year, we know that things will come up along the way. Together, they will discuss: Remembering that the holiday is just a day on the calendar Creating your own traditions with your kids Gift buying for your co-parent and their significant other Focusing on your presence vs presents Managing New Year's as a newly single person AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
We may be divorce and co-parenting specialists, but we still make mistakes and have to take accountability and learn from them. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess open up about some of their biggest co-parenting mistakes and how they worked through them. As hard as it may be to suck up your pride and admit you were wrong about something, it is in those moments you learn and grow. Michelle and Jess will open up about: How they brought their unhealed pasts into their first marriage Learning from past mistakes in future relationships Having to say they were wrong about something to their co-parent Giving their co-parent space to find their groove AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
When your marriage is ending, you know your relationship with your soon-to-be-ex will change, but what about your friendships? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans will take a deep dive into their experience with friendships during and after divorce. In this information packed episode, they will discuss: The flockers and fleers, how to identify them and what to do about it Finding your "tribe" in the divorce process Understanding that people may pull away because they are also having marital problems AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
In the first few episodes of Moms Moving On: Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans covered dating after divorce and introducing your new partner to your children, but what happens when it is your ex that has someone new in their life? Even if you were the one who chose divorce, your ex dating someone new can trigger emotions you weren't expecting. Michelle and Jess will take a deep dive into: Managing your emotions when your ex has moved on Not going down a rabbit hole of "what ifs" surrounding their new partner Having conversations with your children, without interrogating them Not feeling like you have to move on, just because your ex has AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Welcome to week two of Moms Moving On (Unfiltered) where Michelle Dempsey-Multack and co-host Jess Evans continue the conversation about dating after divorce. Last week they covered dating after divorce, and this week they take a deep dive into one of the most important steps: when to introduce the children to your new partner. Having both experienced this personally, Michelle and Jess will open up about: Following your children's cues Not forcing a family dynamic on your children right off the bat Being aware of red flags regarding introductions Trusting yourself AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
So, you are feeling ready to jump back into the dating pool after getting divorced, or maybe you've been dating someone for awhile and not sure how to approach the next steps. Don't worry, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and her co-host, lead coach Jess Evans, have you covered. In this special episode of Moms Moving On: Divorce Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess share their personal experience with dating after divorce as well as give advice for listeners who are looking for input on how and when is the best time to date. Together they will cover: Knowing when you are ready to date and the best way to put yourself out there When and how to introduce a new partner to your children Telling your ex that you have found someone new Making sure anyone you date understands that children will always come first AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
It is easy to get caught up in single motherhood and put the needs of others before your own, but this can lead to burnout, resentment and overwhelm. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack invited Eykiena (Keena) Crowley to Moms Moving On to share her own experience with single motherhood and how she learned to put herself first when needed. Michelle and Keena will take a deep dive into: Co-parenting a child with special needs Shifting your perspective from "trying to survive" to "thriving" Learning to set boundaries with your ex's extended family Realizing that you can still give your children an incredible life AND MUCH MORE Eykiena Crowley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker turned Divorce Recovery Coach. This former Trauma Therapist, and highly decorated combat veteran medically retired from the Army after sustaining an injury in Iraq. As a master in inspiring audiences to have the fortitude to overcome life's challenges and mother of a daughter and son, she has had a multitude of obstacles to conquer. As a mother of a son with Autism and a divorcee, she is familiar with the mindset of a woman who wants more but doesn't know how to get to it or doesn't know what it even looks like. But one thing she is very aware of after her experiences of: Being molested at 13 years old Having a child at 14 years old Being homeless at 18 years old Joining the military and medically retiring due to injury Being a combat veteran (serving a combat tour to Iraq) Being diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder Being in an abusive marriage, and going through a painful divorce Experiencing medical issues as a result of divorce Being diagnosed with a brain aneurysm Is that there is a brighter life after divorce if one would be resilient and become exceptionally focused, you can have the life you desire and deserve. She now concentrates on empowering women and her audience to get to and utilize their maximum potential to thrive in essence and live a blissful life after divorce. Eykiena exemplifies how a woman thrives and looks like after being broken. She believes if a woman can have a thriving mindset, make thriving commitments, and create thriving actions, it will conclusively result in Thriving After Divorce. One of the greatest surprises, and one that was completely unexpected, was who I became in the process. Pain affects us. It makes us compassionate, considerate and more aware. I became all those things. I love who I am today, and you can love the person you become too. I can help you find your way on this journey. - Eykiena Crowley Eykiena “Keena” Crowley is the Founder and CEO of My Thriving Life Academy, a company that empowers the masses to not just thrive but to live in bliss! Keena is a Divorce Recovery Coach, Influencer, and Published Author of A Superwoman's Guide to Recovering After Divorce. This Combat Army Veteran and Former Social Work Therapist now uses her experience and training to lead thousands to their greatness by using their inner gifts to elevate to their blissful life. Having overcome a plethora of life changing experiences at a young age, including joining the Army as a single parent, becoming a decorated combat veteran, and an agonizing divorce that left her emotionally bankrupt and in poor physical health, Keena has tapped into her past pain to connect her closer to her mission. Her purpose is to use her own journey as a way to help others unlock their inner strength and understand their true power. As the Chairwoman of the My Thriving Life Academy, her firm's courses, events, and results-based coaching & consulting programs empower divorced women to use their gifts to have a fulfilled life on their own terms. From her one-on-one coaching, group training events and online seminars, she has helped thousands significantly shift their lives. Her core belief is “You have the power to manifest more than you realize!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode, the Bitches bring on Michelle Dempsey-Multack, a writer, mom, coach, certified divorce specialist (TM) (CDS), speaker, and genuine girl power enthusiast. She hosts the weekly podcast Moms Moving On, and is the author of the Book, Moms Moving On! This girl knows how to move on successfully after a divorce, which as if the pain of divorce isn't hard enough, now one has to think about co-parenting?!? This episode hits home for Liat as she is directly experiencing both of these topics so tune in for some behavior breakdowns on how to Move On and Co-parent from the expert herself! Love ya. Mean it! Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcastInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Divorce separates you legally, but how do you separate emotionally from someone whom you shared nearly every aspect of life with? This week, Kate Anthony returns to Moms Moving On to discuss emotional separation after divorce. Together, Kate and Michelle will cover: Parallel parenting in the beginning to help you separate emotionally Set clear and definitive boundaries with your ex How to break the martial cycle of co-dependency Understanding that this is not a quick fix and it will take time AND SO MUCH MORE Kate Anthony is the host of the New York Times recommended podcast, The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast, and a certified divorce coach who helps women (with children, especially) decide if they should stay in or leave their marriages – and then either helps them heal their relationships, or exit with grace. You can find Kate here, and be sure to check out her amazing new course "The Divorce Survival Program." Follow Kate on Instagram at @thedivorcesurvivalguide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a FLASHBACK TO MY FAVES with Bestselling Author, Podcast Host and Co-Parenting Coach my friend-- Michelle Dempsey- Multack! We're revisiting some of the best episodes from my Fall 2022 Season until I decide what to do with DRR! If you missed it the first time, don't worry - today is your lucky day! Thank you, Michelle, for being one of my most popular episodes and a personal favorite. Michelle is on a mission to help Moms move on after a divorce, navigate high-conflict co-parenting situations and normalize leaving ANY marriage for any reason you see fit! No more "divorce guilt" or shame for doing what feels right. I love this and Michelle's "no bullshit" approach to all of it. Thank you, Michelle, for joining me today on Doing Relationships Right pod to dish the dirt on divorce- dating post-divorce, finding love again, surviving, and thriving. This episode was one of my favorite conversations and a fantastic way to close a great season! Just two divorced Mommas- shooting the shit about our life's experiences and how to Do Divorce Right. ;) Michelle Dempsey-Multack, MS, CDS, is a mom, Divorce Coach, certified divorce specialist(CDS), speaker, and now the author of her first book, Moms Moving On: Real Life Advice for Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best Self. Michelle graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in journalism and communication and then earned a double master's degree in education from Adelphi University. She hosts Moms Moving On's weekly podcast and writes regularly for Parents, Scary Mommy, and others. A former New Yorker, she lives in Miami with her husband, daughter, and stepdaughter. Michelle's Website MOMS MOVING ON Grab Michelle's Book! Get my FREE NON-negotiables collab with my sponsor SOBERLINK by clicking HERE! Here's the link to my Online Dating Course: DOING DATING RIGHT!
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Divorce can turn life as you know it upside down, but when the dust settles and you are ready to navigate this new chapter, we are here to help. This week Jade Sklaver returns to Moms Moving On to discuss adjusting to your new life after divorce with Michelle Dempsey-Multack. Michelle and Jade will dive into: Knowing when you are ready to date again Taking the time to heal before beginning to date Finding your work/life balance in single motherhood How to explain new relationships to your children AND MUCH MORE! As a University of Florida graduate, Jade Sklaver, founder of StyleChild, majored in Public Relations and pursued many fashion related internships while still in school. After completing rotations at Barney's New York, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, and major fashion PR firms, she had no doubt that was the path she was headed down. Working at a few major labels after graduating, Sklaver found herself being hired by Norma Kamali as her right hand person in design and production. The opening on the team proved to be an invaluable opportunity and would ultimately shape her future. Sklaver gained experience working with factories, fabrics, and design in addition to learning product development and production. After another corporate fashion position, and marriage, Sklaver made her way to South Florida and had her daughter, Liv Jaymes. Liv became the inspiration for what came next: StyleChild. While pregnant with Liv and yearning for a passion project, Sklaver started building the foundation for what is now StyleChild, a kid's shoe company specializing in functional and stylish shoes at affordable prices. The business started with reselling cute and trendy "no label" sneakers and as popularity grew, Sklaver knew she needed a brand of her own to stand behind. After a major life change, Jade decided to take a leap of faith and commit to work directly with the factory to design, manufacture, and produce sneakers under her own label StyleChild. Since then, StyleChild has grown into over 25 exclusive styles, retails in stores all across the country and in Canada and has a highly trafficked website. Most recently, Jade and her small team opened a by-appointment (virtual and in-person) showroom and warehouse in Boca Raton, Florida which has given her customers a personalized shopping experience - especially important during the pandemic. Dedicated to being the best mother and entrepreneur, Jade feels passionate that others can have that same work-life balance and do something they love. She recently launched a Kicks Starter affiliate program that allows other mothers to start their own business selling the StyleChild label in specific markets. To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Avant de devenir parents, on ne réfléchit peut-être pas assez à l'impact de l'arrivée d'un enfant pour la vie d'un couple. Devenir parents implique, au final, d'avoir une envie commune pour l'avenir de nos enfants, mais aussi un projet commun pour nous, en tant que couple parental.Que se passe-t-il lorsque le couple parental se dissout ? Comment trouver un nouvel équilibre ? Par quoi cela passe ? Qu'est-ce qui est le plus important pour préserver les enfants ?Noémie Khenkine-Sonigo est ancienne avocate en droit des familles. Elle a fondé récemment une application qui s'appelle TeamParents pour aider les familles, quelle que soit leur configuration, à traverser les aléas des épreuves de la vie.TeamParents intervient pour donner des conseils de parentalité et orienter de manière précise en matière de droit, les parents séparés.Ici on parle équipe parentale, outils de communications, exercice à faire ensemble, la meilleure solution quand il y a un conflit exacerbé.L'épisode est très concret et peut s'écouter même si vous n'êtes pas séparés, puisque l'objectif de Noémie est de redonner du pouvoir aux équipes parentales!Je vous souhaite une très bonne écoute.Voici les livres mentionnés dans cet épisode :Moms Moving On.Putting Children First.Rester parent après la séparation.Pour compléter cette écoute, vous pouvez redécouvrir l'épisode 98 – Rester parents après une séparation – Sabrina De Dinechin, médiatrice familiale & autrice.Vous pouvez consulter notre politique de confidentialité sur https://art19.com/privacy ainsi que la notice de confidentialité de la Californie sur https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Are you moving on after divorce and not sure where to start? You NEED to listen to this episode Moms Moving On. Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Dr. Suzanne Vickberg to educate listeners on designing a divorce that works for you. Divorce is not a one size fits all, and Michelle and Suzanne will take a deep dive into: Doing what works for you in divorce Getting creative when creating a parenting plan Not letting outside influence change what YOU want and need AND SO MUCH MORE!! Dr. Suzanne Vickberg is a social-personality psychologist, certified coach, and divorce revolutionary. She is the author of Divorce by Design: What if Staying or Leaving Aren't Your Only Options. Suzanne is an enthusiast for finding creative solutions to life's thorny challenges, divorce being among the thorniest of all. Thirteen years after the end of her marriage, Suzanne, her ex-husband, his new wife, and their kids are still a family, and they all live in the same house together. They weren't shattered by the end of their marriage. Instead, their family is fortified. Suzanne's ex is not her enemy, and his new partner is not a threat. They are both her allies. Their divorce is not a tragedy or a failure. Indeed, it just may be their greatest accomplishment. Although Suzanne and her ex-husband decided to end their marriage, they have never stopped nurturing their family. Suzanne has written the book Divorce by Design from her own lived experience as someone who has created a better divorce, but also as a psychologist with expertise in creative problem-solving. She developed this expertise working at Deloitte, one of the world's largest and most prestigious consulting firms, where she coaches leaders and helps teams tackle their toughest business challenges. In sharing Divorce by Design, Suzanne aims to help people envision new possibilities for their own struggling marriages and divorces, and to offer hope and inspiration during a time when people may see little of either. In the book, she not only tells her story, but she shares her expertise in creative problem-solving, and offers practical advice for anyone who wants a third option, one that's better than staying miserably married or tearing their family apart. Suzanne has earned a PhD in social-personality psychology from the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, as well as an MBA from the Stern School of Business at New York University. She is a trained professional coach, certified by the Coactive Training Institute and the International Coaching Federation. Her other books include Business Chemistry: Practical Magic for Crafting Powerful Work Relationships and The Breakthrough Manifesto: 10 Principles to Spark Transformative Innovation (forth coming), both co-authored with Kim Christfort. Suzanne is intrigued by the many ways we can integrate empathy and creative problem-solving into our work, our lives, and our relationships. These are her favorite topics to think, talk, and write about. Although she lives in New Jersey, Suzanne has strong Minnesota roots. When she can get to the woods, mountains, or a lake, those are her happy places. She's an unapologetic introvert, so if she's not out in nature, she's probably on her sofa with her books, her space heater, and her dog, Lucy. Of course, she sometimes ventures into the world of other humans, to do something fun with her kids, hang out with friends, or volunteer in her community. Those moments bring her joy. So does arriving back home. Connect with Suzanne: suzannevickberg@gmail.com divorcexdesign.com Suzanne Vickberg, PhD (aka Dr. Suz) on LinkedIn @suzannevickberg on IG Buy Divorce by Design on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of "The Divorce Coaching Hour with Christy Mendelow," Michelle Dempsey-Multack, a well-known certified divorce and co-parenting specialist and author of "Moms Moving On," joins host Christy Mendelow as her guest. They talk about the "what, why, and how" of putting children first in the divorce process and Michelle shares some helpful tips for healthy co-parenting. We believe that the more informed you are, the better decisions you will make for your family today and into the future, so don't miss this great show! Please add this podcast to your library, rate, and review it. And share this and all episodes so others can benefit too. For more information about The Divorce Coaching Hour with Christy Mendelow, go to TheDivorceCoachingHour.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
There is no way around it, divorce sucks, but what you choose to do after divorce matters. This week, best-selling author, Wendy Sterling joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack on Moms Moving On to jump into how you can find yourself after divorce. Wendy shares her very personal divorce story and what she learned about herself in the process. Michelle and Wendy take a deep dive into: Taking responsibility for the role you may have played in divorce Learning to stop people pleasing Loving and accepting all of you How to not live life on auto-pilot Rediscovering your identity and your voice AND MUCH MORE Wendy Sterling is the international best-selling author of Divorce Sucks, Now What?, a leading Divorce Empowerment Coach, and the founder of The Divorce Rehab™. She helps women who are having trouble moving forward and are tired of feeling stuck, in pain, fear, resentment, anger, and guilt to recover more quickly to find joy, self-worth, and freedom. Wendy is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), a Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS), and an Advanced ThetaHealer® and Sound Healer. She is the host of her own podcast, The Divorced Woman's Guide, and has been featured on NBC, The List, and Daily Blast Live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
As parents, we want to do everything we can to protect our children and keep them safe. This week Elle Barr returns to Moms Moving On to discuss with Michelle Dempsey-Multack how to prevent childhood trauma in divorce. Elle and Michelle educate listeners on: Understanding trauma ACE's (adverse childhood experiences) and how to prevent them How to mitigate and repair trauma Keeping children out of the middle in divorce AND MUCH MORE Elle Barr is an experienced family law attorney with a deep commitment to serving children and families. She has experience representing clients in all family law matters, with an emphasis on serving as a court appointed GAL in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Ms. Barr graduated with high honors from Rutgers University School of Law and began her legal career as a law clerk to the Honorable Lee B. Laskin, J.S.C. in Camden County, New Jersey. Following her clerkship, Ms. Barr represented the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety as a Deputy Attorney General. She also served as an Assistant Deputy Public Defender and as a Court Appointed Law Guardian for the state of New Jersey. Following these roles, Ms. Barr represented abused and neglected children as a GAL for KidsVoice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a Divorce Mediator with Collaborative training and certification as well, Ms. Barr has the unique ability to effectively manage the heightened emotions often found in family law matters. She is respected by her peers and recognized for her zealous advocacy. Ms. Barr's empathizing nature allows her to build a strong trusting relationship with clients, ultimately leading to a more comprehensive understanding of each particular situation. Clients value her logical thinking, kindness and unwavering commitment. Currently, Ms. Barr serves as a GAL in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She also serves as the Judicial Education Coordinator for OurFamilyWizard. In this role, she educates judges, lawyers, and other family law professionals on the online tools that are used to reduce conflict and increase accountability in high-conflict co- parenting situations. She frequently travels across the U.S. to represent the company and speak at key events such as industry conferences and continuing legal education seminars. Connect with Elle, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on The Divorce & Beyond podcast, Susan Guthrie, Esq., welcomes back Michelle Dempsey-Multack to discuss their thoughts on empowerment versus bashing and the impact of a victim mentality. Michelle Dempsey-Multack is back on the show! We know Michelle from her other Guest Appearances on Divorce and Beyond and especially because she is the creator and Host of the Moms Moving On Podcast, the best-selling author of Mom's Moving On, AND now the creator of the Moms Moving On Method Coaching Training Program. Michelle joins Susan for a conversation about two of today's most notable music artists who recently released what may be referred to as “breakup songs.” In January, Shakira released “BZRP Music Sessions #53” and Miley Cyrus released “Flowers”. Together, Susan and Michelle explore how the songs and situations may be similar in some ways but different in others and the lessons and insights that we all can learn to apply to our own lives and situations! Topics and Golden Nuggets include: Inside Shakira's sweet revenge against ex Gerard Pique - do two wrongs make a right? Miley's “Flowers” - is there power in the ability to reclaim your own narrative? Exploring the difference between what you put out there in the world as a co-parent versus being a childless couple “Everyone sings about heartbreak, but it hits differently when kids are involved.” **************************************** About this week's special guest: Michelle Dempsey-Multack Michelle Dempsey-Multack MS, CDS, is a writer, mom, coach, certified divorce specialist (CDS), speaker, and genuine girl power enthusiast. She graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in journalism and communication and then earned a double master's degree in education from Adelphi University. She hosts the weekly podcast Moms Moving On and writes regularly for Parents, Scary Mommy, and others. A former New Yorker, she now lives in Miami with her husband, daughter, and stepdaughter. 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Today's topic is Moving on! Moving on is a time to level up, learn how to step into our power to create the life we want, and go for it! Michelle Dempsey-Multack, knows all about Moving On; she's written a book about it and host's the podcast Moms Moving On sharing her advice as a Divorce & Co-Parenting specialist. You can embrace this time and realize nothing is holding you back. It's time to decide what we want to change while consciously choosing to build a better life for ourselves. Michelle shares how she found beauty in a situation that almost broke her. And why your cup isn't half full of half empty, it's refillable because loss leaves you in a place to be filled up with all good things. And why, damn it – it feels so good to be moving on! Michelle Dempsey-Multack is a writer, mom, coach, speaker, and genuine girl power enthusiast. Michelle attended American University as a Journalism major, graduated from Hofstra's communications program with a bachelor's degree in Communications, and then earned a Double Master's Degree in Education from Adelphi University. Originally from New York, Michelle moved to Miami in her late 20's, where the “second part of her life” began. She married her daughter'sfather, got divorced and years later remarried and lives in North Miami Beach raising a beautiful blended family. She's been featured in US Weekly, Parents Magazine, Scary Mommy, Forbes, Elite Daily, Ocean's Drive, HuffPost, NBC, and Good Morning America to name a few.In this episode Michelle shares her wisdom, and life experiences that will help anyone in the process of Moving On. Kerry Brett and Michelle Dempsey-Multack cover a lot of ground. Topics include;Your break-up or divorce should be the center of your universe not your friends center. Why you should have boundaries with friends.How to manage the rage when you are left alone to pick up the pieces.Why journaling is a practice to manage your fears, anxiety or what you want for your future.How to unravel and manage gaslighting.How to learn to trust yourself again when moving on.How Michelle learned to move away from toxic men out of the fear of being alone.Why we need to remind ourselves or remind our children that we don't settle, and we don't let people treat us for less than we are worth.There is a big difference between being alone and lonely.The what if and the what is very helpful for parents who are in the beginning of co-parenting. Why can't see clearly when you are run by emotion.Boundaries will be your best friend when moving on.No response is a response and why you don't need to have the last word.To find out more about Michelle Dempsey-Multack or purchase her book Moms Moving On go to www.momsmovingon.com. Follow on Instagram at @themichelledempsey and listen to her podcast Moms Moving On on all platforms.
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Most of us enter motherhood thinking they won't have to co-parent as a single mom. What about moms who choose single motherhood? This week on Moms Moving On, Michelle has a very special guest, her cousin Sharon Minski who is a single mom superhero-by choice. Sharon opens up about her beautiful non-traditional way of becoming a mother via IVF. Michelle and Sharon take a deep dive into: The stigma around single motherhood The positive support Sharon received from family and friends Finding balance when parenting solo 24/7 Explaining her family dynamic to her twin girls AND MUCH MORE! Sharon Minski is a single mother by choice. Finding herself single at 35, she made the decision to pursue motherhood on her own. Raising her now six year old twin girls is by far the most challenging, yet most fulfilling “job” she could ever have. To read more about her decision and the process of conceiving go to www.adultgrowthspurt.com (relevant post start 12/2014). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Things are not always black and white when it comes to alimony after divorce. Host Michelle Dempsey-Multack asked AJ Grossman to return to Moms Moving On to discuss his experience with alimony and how it works. AJ explains how big of a source of fear money is during the divorce process and what you can do about it. In this episode AJ covers: Having realistic expectations If extra marital affairs can affect alimony Having a demonstrated need for alimony How the alimony formula can vary state by state AND MUCH MORE A.J. Grossman graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in business administration and at the top of his Florida law school class. He immediately went on to achieve his Master of Laws degree in Dispute Resolution from The Straus Institute at Pepperdine University Law School in California, which is the #1 ranked Dispute Resolution program in the country. As the son of a Navy Officer and the founder of several businesses, he learned quickly about service to others. A.J.'s goal is to help people solve problems, plain and simple. Being in the right place, doing the right thing, at the right time, for a person (or couple of people) in need, drives A.J. to continue growing his legal practice. He focuses his efforts on providing solutions that protect the interests of those who seek amicable resolutions in their lives. Learn more about AJ and his Florida Divorce Firm, Leap Frog Divorce, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Co-parenting with a high-conflict ex may feel like a never-ending uphill battle. This week Nicki Marie joins Michelle Dempsey Multack to give her personal experience in taking the high road in co-parenting. Having grown up in a divorced household and now co-parenting herself, Nicki believes that learning to take things day by day and control your emotions will help protect your peace in the long run. You don't' want to miss this episode of Moms Moving On. Nicki Marie is a social magnet. Ben Stiller said there was "something about Mary;" the truth is, "there is something about Nicki." She attracts and influences communities of people from all walks of life. Her superpower resides in her ability to effortlessly blend a rock-solid business sense with meaningful marketing, mentoring, and messaging that inspires others to do good in the world. She is an insightful, humorous, truth-teller that is equally fun and influential. Every day she plays a multitude of super-heroes from mom, sister, daughter to entrepreneur, coach, partner and friend. She is sexy, seasoned, and sophisticated in how natural and unapologetic she lives her life. Nicki's audiences adore her ability to blend aspirations with real-life madness. There is never a dull moment or message. She stands up for what and who she believes in, most of all herself because she knows there are people that need someone in their corner reminding them that they are enough. What inspires her most is raising her two kiddos, Leila and Chace, while continuing on her self-growth journey AND rewriting her own story of "happily ever after" post-divorce, loss of job and building once again from the ground up. Instagram: @nickimarieinc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
As a co-parent, you want to support your child when it comes to the emotions they may feel about having two houses. This week the incredible Michelle Felder joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to educate listeners on how to help children transition between homes. Michelle talks about how important it is to have conversations with your children about what their experience is at the other parent's house without making them feel like you are digging for information. In this episode of Moms Moving On, Michelle discusses: Having open conversations with your children about how they feel about having two homes Prepping them when they are getting ready to transition from home to home Validating their feelings if they are feeling upset when having to leave Having consistency in your co-parenting schedule AND MUCH MORE Michelle Felder, LCSW, MA is the founder and CEO of Parenting Pathfinders. Michelle is a licensed clinical social worker, parenting coach, individual/couples/coparenting therapist, online content creator, public speaker, and facilitator of virtual workshops. Michelle is an Adjunct Lecturer at the Silver School of Social Work at New York University and facilitator of family workshops through Roots Connected, Inc. After receiving her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Cognitive Science from Georgetown University, Michelle moved to Brooklyn, NY where she joined a team that created therapeutic playgroups for children; these groups focused on fostering children's social and emotional development as well as parental attachment. Michelle subsequently received her Masters in Social Work from New York University and a Masters in Child Development from Sarah Lawrence College. Michelle has been quoted or featured in many major online and print publications, has appeared on-camera for interviews with NBCLX and NECNTV, and has delivered keynote speeches on child development and anti-bias/anti-racist parenting. Michelle's work is rooted in mindfulness, builds upon each person's strengths, and supports caregivers as they learn, unlearn, and grow along their journey of raising kids. https://www.parentingpathfinders.com Follow Michelle on Instagram: @parenting_pathfinders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, I get real with Michelle Dempsey-Multack. Michelle is a bestselling author of, "Moms Moving On," the host of "Moms Moving On” podcast, and a Certified Divorce/Co-Parenting Specialist. As the child of divorced parents and then going through divorce herself, Michelle is so knowledgeable and aware of what it takes to get on the other side of it. Healthily. In this episode, we talk all about:• How to view your ex-lover as your child's other parent rather than your own ex• The importance of having an empowering community• Putting your kids in the center versus the middle of decision-making• How to rebuild your life after divorce and use it as an opportunity to step into your highest selfWhat Michelle is doing for women going through divorce is SO empowering and needed! I cannot wait for you to listen to this episode and stay tuned for our How-To Minisode on Thursday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
What is financial abuse in a marriage and what can you do about it? This week forensic accountant Tracy Coenen joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to educate listeners on the signs of financial abuse and what to do if you feel your spouse is hiding money. In this episode of Moms Moving On, Tracy shares: What to do when you are being controlled financially Educating yourself on money as an adult Relying on family and friends when starting over financially Identifying red flags that your spouse is hiding money AND MIUCH MORE Tracy has been investigating fraud for more than 25 years, but she didn't always want to be a forensic accountant. With a dream of one day being a prison warden, Tracy went to Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI to get a criminology degree. A class on financial crime investigations reminded her how much she loved Encyclopedia Brown books as a kid. She continued her criminology degree, but added accounting and economics courses so she could sit for the CPA exam… and here Tracy is, finding money in cases of corporate fraud, high net worth divorce, and other financial shenanigans. Tracy created the Divorce Money Guide to help people find the money in divorce. Tracy is known as a no nonsense forensic accountant who delivers the “real deal” to her clients. Let's face it: When your money is on the line, there is zero time to dance around an issue. Her passion lies in helping people find answers. Answers to questions like “Where did our money go?” After years of watching those who couldn't justify the cost of a forensic accountant lose thousands of dollars in their divorces, Tracy knew she had to create a solution. That's why she put her heart into creating the Divorce Money Guide. Tracy takes divorcing people step-by-step through the process of gathering and analyzing their financial documents to see whether there is money missing. Tracy Coenen, Forensic Accountant and Fraud Investigator – Sequence Inc. Forensic Accounting To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you are married, divorced, single, or remarried, you will get something out of this episode. Co-parenting can be extremely challenging. I have listened to countless moms who feel the other parent doesn't support them, listen to them and actually disempower their parenting decisions. It's hard enough dealing with drama with a teen but it gets exponentially harder when you have drama with the other parent. I brought in an expert with great practical advice. Bestselling Author, Coach, Speaker &Certified Divorce and Co-Parenting SpecialistMichelle Dempsey-Multack iShe s the bestselling author of Simon & Schuster's Moms Moving On: Real Life Advice on Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best Self and founder of the Moms Moving On community. Her notoriety on Instagram coupled with her extensive expertise in divorce and co-parenting have made her a sought after coach. Michelle also hosts the popular weekly divorce podcast, Moms Moving On. So If you are married, divorced, single remarried you will get something out of this episode. Coparenting can be extremely challenging and I have listented to so many moms in my practice who feel the other parent doesn't support them or listen to them and actually disempower their parenting decisions. Contact Michelle at https://momsmovingon.com/ Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themichelledempsey/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Are you dealing with acts of coercive control while coparenting and wanting to avoid it affecting your children? This week on Moms Moving On, Jan and Jill Yuhas join Michelle Dempsey-Multack to break down the best way to navigate coercive co-parenting. Jan and Jill lay the groundwork for: Recognizing the signs of coercive control Setting firm boundaries Protecting the children and helping them process their emotions Using your parenting plan to put your children first And much more! Jan Yuhas and Jillian Yuhas, MA, MFT, CPC are Family Mediators, Co-Parenting and Children of Divorce Coaches. They guide coparents & children to overcome the challenges of divorce through creative solutions that are children-centered. Their expertise is a blend of family psychology, conflict resolution, negotiation strategy, healthy boundaries, and real-life experience to guide and serve all family members. You can learn more about Jan and Jillian through their mediation services and coaching programs at divorcefamilymediations.com To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Your breakup doesn't have to be a setback. This week relationship coach and author Lindsey Ellison joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to discuss how you can find your magic and turn your breakup into your breakthrough. In this episode of Moms Moving On, Lindsey and Michelle discuss: Having empathy with boundaries Co-parenting with a high-conflict person Finding the root of your co-dependency and MUCH MORE! Lindsey Ellison is a breakup breakthrough coach and founder of Start Over Coaching, Inc., a coaching practice dedicated to helping people navigate their divorce or break up. She is the author of the best selling book, MAGIC Words: How to Get What You Want from a Narcissist and her latest book, Blessons of a Breakup. You can find Lindsey on her popular podcast, Unbreakable You: Breakup Without Being Broken or on her website lindseyellison.com. Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @lindsey_ellison To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
When we become parents, we never imagine spending time away from our children. Divorce changes that, and many of us are left with 50% of our time without them. This week, Jade Sklaver joins Moms Moving On to discuss how she turned her time away from her daughter into a successful business. Jade and I touch on the importance of finding a hobby and your purpose during your time away from your children. As a University of Florida graduate, Jade Sklaver, founder of StyleChild, majored in Public Relations and pursued many fashion related internships while still in school. After completing rotations at Barney's New York, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, and major fashion PR firms, she had no doubt that was the path she was headed down. Working at a few major labels after graduating, Sklaver found herself being hired by Norma Kamali as her right hand person in design and production. The opening on the team proved to be an invaluable opportunity and would ultimately shape her future. Sklaver gained experience working with factories, fabrics, and design in addition to learning product development and production. After another corporate fashion position, and marriage, Sklaver made her way to South Florida and had her daughter, Liv Jaymes. Liv became the inspiration for what came next: StyleChild. While pregnant with Liv and yearning for a passion project, Sklaver started building the foundation for what is now StyleChild, a kid's shoe company specializing in functional and stylish shoes at affordable prices. The business started with reselling cute and trendy "no label" sneakers and as popularity grew, Sklaver knew she needed a brand of her own to stand behind. After a major life change, Jade decided to take a leap of faith and commit to work directly with the factory to design, manufacture, and produce sneakers under her own label StyleChild. Since then, StyleChild has grown into over 25 exclusive styles, retails in stores all across the country and in Canada and has a highly trafficked website. Most recently, Jade and her small team opened a by-appointment (virtual and in-person) showroom and warehouse in Boca Raton, Florida which has given her customers a personalized shopping experience - especially important during the pandemic. Dedicated to being the best mother and entrepreneur, Jade feels passionate that others can have that same work-life balance and do something they love. She recently launched a Kicks Starter affiliate program that allows other mothers to start their own business selling the StyleChild label in specific markets. To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Moms Moving On: Navigating Divorce, Single Motherhood & Co-Parenting.
Do you find yourself feeling "stuck" in an unhealthy relationship because of the unknowns? This week, Britt Frank joins Moms Moving On to help debunk the mental health myths that keep people in relationships for far too long. Britt touches on: Trauma brain and how it can affect us in relationships. How cultural beliefs keep you stuck Overcoming the fear or "what ifs" of leaving an unhealthy relationship And MUCH MORE Britt Frank is a therapist, teacher, speaker, and trauma specialist who is committed to dismantling the mental health myths that keep us feeling STUCK and SICK. Her work focuses on empowering people to understand the inner mechanisms of their brains and bodies. When we know how things work, the capacity for CHOICE is restored and life can and does change. Whether she's leading a workshop, teaching a class, or working individually with private clients, Britt's goal is to educate, empower, and equip people to transform even their most persistent and long-standing patterns of thinking and doing. Britt received her undergraduate degree from Duke University and her master's degree from the University of Kansas. She is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma expert, trained in IFS (Internal Family Systems) and SE (Somatic Experiencing). In addition to her private practice, Britt is also an award-winning adjunct instructor and has taught classes on ethics, addiction, and clinical social work. Britt struggled for more than two decades with chemical/behavioral addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, crazy-making relationships, and complex PTSD. After finding her way out of that mess (with a lot of help and a brief stint in a religious cult), Britt changed careers, went back to graduate school, and became a therapist. Education and Certifications BA, Duke University MSW, The University of Kansas SEP (Somatic Experiencing Practitioner) LSCSW- KS (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker) LCSW- MO (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Level 3 IFS Trained (Internal Family Systems) Award-winning adjunct faculty at the University of Kansas When she's not hanging from the ceiling practicing aerial arts or cuddling with her Shih Tzu Oscar, Britt is a featured mental health expert on podcasts, blogs, and television. Click here to see a list of her media appearances. Check out Britt's 'Science of Stuck' here. To get an extra $100 when you sell your engagement ring to Worthy by going to https://worthy.com/moms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Even if you're married, it's still really important for all of us to understand divorce, which is why we wanted to have today's special guest join us to share her expertise on this subject. Michelle Dempsey is a Certified Divorce and Co-Parenting Specialist and host of the podcast, Moms Moving On, which is also the title of her brand new book (that happens to be launching tomorrow, March 15th, 2022, if you're listening to this episode in real-time)! Michelle is the go-to divorce guru on Instagram, and today she reveals tangible and actionable advice for women who are thinking of separating, are in the midst of the process, or are a friend who is supporting someone going through divorce right now. As women, we all have to get comfortable in setting boundaries and comfortable with the idea that we're going to have people mad at us at times, but as Michelle says, this process doesn't have to be intimidating. We as women always find a way to make it work, and in the end, divorce can be the best thing for not only you and your spouse, but for your children as well. MEET Michelle: https://www.instagram.com/themichelledempsey/ 10% off at BETTERHELP: http://betterhelp.com/herself$20 off your first purchase at ROTHY'S: http://rothys.com/herselfLinks & Resources:Michelle's Website & InstagramHer Podcast & Episode, How to Leave Your Marriage When You Are a Stay-at-Home Mom and Worried About Your Financial FutureMichelle's New Book, Moms Moving On: Real-Life Advice on Conquering Divorce, Co-Parenting Through Conflict, and Becoming Your Best SelfHer Parents Magazine Article, The Term 'Disneyland Parent' is Trending, and We All Know a Mom or Dad Who is Guilty of ThisJoin us in the 4-Week HERself Podcast Investing in YOU Challenge by clicking HERE! HERSELF SHOP: https://herself-podcast-favorites.myshopify.com HERSELF PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/herselfpodcast HERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcast MEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskiefer MEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreen