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Parallel Parenting: Boundaries, Structure & Legal Clarity with Randi L. Karmel, PLLC co-parenting parallel parenting Aug 20, 2025

When co-parenting feels impossible because of constant conflict, there is another way. It’s called parallel parenting—a structure designed for high-conflict divorce that reduces interaction, sets clear boundaries, and allows both parents to focus on their children’s wellbeing.

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Emotional Sobriety During Divorce: A Game Changer With Master Life Coach & Addiction Recovery Specialist, Colleen Kachmann divorce and emotional healing emotional intelligence in recovery emotional sobriety emotional wellness manage emotions in divorce trauma recovery in divorce Aug 15, 2025

In this enlightening episode, we dive into the concept of emotional sobriety with the insightful Colleen Kachmann. Colleen, a recovery-certified Master Coach and author of *Life Off the Label: A Handbook for Creating Your Own Brand of Health and Happiness*, shares her expertise on how emotional sobr...

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Faith in the Fire: Why a Spiritual Foundation Matters in Life’s Hardest Moments with Pastor Ray Longwood brain science for emotional healing christianity divorce and faith leadership spiritual self Aug 13, 2025

In this deeply personal and heart-centered episode, Karen McMahon sits down with her longtime friend and pastor, Ray Longward, Lead Pastor at Experience Vineyard Church, for an open and vulnerable conversation about faith, healing, and leadership in life’s hardest seasons. For the first time publ...

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How to Create A Safe Exit Plan divorce 101 divorce exit plan divorce exit strategy divorce preparation divorce support high conflict divorce Aug 12, 2025

As a High Conflict Divorce Strategist, I will be speaking directly to and about just that - the high conflict dynamic and how it is so very different from your typical divorce. All divorce has conflict and some more than others. High Conflict marriages and divorce are in a realm of their own. So let...

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Should You Mend or End A Toxic Marriage abusive relationship dysfunctional marriage leaving a toxic relationship parenting in toxic marriage unhappy marriage unhealthy relationship signs Aug 07, 2025

In this heart-stirring episode of "Mend or End," we dive deep into the crossroads of decision that many find themselves standing at, teetering on the edge of staying in or leaving an unhealthy marriage. Karen's journey is one that resonates with the silent battles many face: the weight of religious ...

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When Money Turns Malicious: High-Conflict Divorce in Wealthy Families with New York Attorney, Joshua L. Rieger Aug 05, 2025

In high-net-worth divorces, money isn’t just a shared asset—it often becomes the sharpest weapon in the conflict. From hidden accounts to excessive legal spending, financial manipulation can turn an already painful process into a drawn-out war.

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Reclaiming Connections: A Guide To Mending The Rifts Of Parental Alienation With Ginger Gentile alienated parents support co-parenting after divorce erasing family documentary family reconnection parental alienation rebuilding relationships with kids Aug 04, 2025

Welcome to Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, where we provide valuable insights and strategies for families dealing with high-conflict divorce. Today, we're diving into critical areas to help families overcome the challenges of parental alienation.

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High Conflict DD: Child Advocacy: The Guardian Ad Litem Journey With Your Kids With Elle Barr adverse childhood experiences child advocacy co-parenting custody evaluation guardian ad litem high conflict divorce Aug 01, 2025

In the turbulent seas of high-conflict custody battles and family disputes, a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) serves as a lighthouse, guiding decisions in the best interest of the children involved. It’s crucial to understand when a GAL is needed, and what their role is.  

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Diffuse Tension And Resolve Conflict During High Conflict Divorce With Hesha Abrams conflict resolution divorce advice high conflict divorce holding the calm mediation tips negotiation skills Jul 28, 2025

I am thrilled about today’s conversation with Hesha Abrams, a brilliant mediator, negotiator and author of “Holding The Calm,” a book jam-packed with strategies to minimize conflict, settle disputes and create a safe space for the thorniest of individuals to feel heard and seen, so they can find the...

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Divorce-Proof Your Wallet: What High-Earning Women Must Know with CDFA, Nikki Turner divorce and finances finances high net worth high net worth divorce Jul 27, 2025

This episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast explores what high-earning women need to know to protect their finances before, during, and after divorce. Guest expert Nikki Tucker, personal financial strategist and founder of The FIIRM Approach, shares actionable strategies for staying empo...

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How To Tell The Kids In High Conflict Divorce child-centered divorce decisions co-parenting in divorce divorce and parenting tips divorce announcement to children high-conflict divorce telling kids about separation Jul 25, 2025

Telling the children about your impending divorce is always a fragile, emotional conversation. The general rule is both parents tell the children together, refer to the decision as mutual and assure them that they are loved and their lives will continue with limited change. However, when facing a hi...

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Healing the Nervous System After High-Conflict Divorce with Dr. Nima Rahmany healing after divorce healing trauma nervous system regulation Jul 23, 2025

When you’re in a high-conflict divorce or co-parenting with someone who constantly triggers you, it’s not just emotional—it’s physiological. That fight, flight, or freeze response you keep having? It’s your nervous system calling for help.

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