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Mastering Communication During High Conflict Divorce Without Letting Emotions Take Over with Debra Donenfeld clear communication emotions high conflict Jun 12, 2025

In this episode, I sit down with midlife transformation coach Debra Donenfeld of Photosynthesis Coaching, who brings 14 years of coaching experience and a deeply soulful yet no-nonsense approach to helping people thrive through major life transitions. Together, we explore how to communicate effec...

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Two Homes, Two Fathers, One Powerful Story of Resilience with Author and Retired Judge, Anthony J. Mohr co-parenting dad men's empowerment men's resilience step dad Jun 10, 2025

On this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, host Karen McMahon welcomes retired Superior Court Judge Anthony J. Mohr for a powerful conversation about the long-term impact of divorce on children. Drawing from his personal experience growing up with two very different dads—his success...

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Divorce Without Destruction: The Secret Sauce of Diplomacy + Boundaries with Acclaimed Master Attorney Mediator, Hesha Abrams, Esq. boundaries divorce empowerment Jun 05, 2025

What if you could navigate your divorce with calm, clarity, and even collaboration, no matter how high the conflict?

In this powerful episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, host Karen McMahon sits down with internationally renowned mediator and author of Keeping the Calm, Hesha Abrams,...

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The Stay or Go Divorce Decision: How to Determine if Your Marriage is Over with Sharon Pope, Certified Master Life Coach is my marriage over stay or go Jun 03, 2025

In this powerful episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, Karen McMahon is joined by master life coach and relationship expert Sharon Pope to explore one of the most difficult questions in a marriage: Should I stay or should I get a divorce?

Sharon shares her proven decision-making frame...

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The Art of Divorce Negotiation: Leverage What Your Spouse Values Most with Brenda Bridges, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) divorce negotiation negotiation Jun 02, 2025

Divorce negotiations can feel like a battlefield—two people locked in conflict, each fighting to protect what matters most. But what if you stopped viewing your ex as the enemy and started seeing the process as a strategic game—one where understanding, clarity, and emotional regulation could ac...

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Navigating Divorce with Neurodiversity: Insights and Strategies with Diane Dempster, Co-Founder of ImpactParents best divorce tips complex kids neurodiversity May 18, 2025

 

Divorcing when neurodiversity is in the mix—whether you're co-parenting with a neurodiverse ex or raising a neurodivergent child—can add layers of complexity and emotional intensity.

In this episode of Journey Beyond Divorce, Karen McMahon sits down with Diane Dempster, parent coach and co-fo...

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Celebrate YOU! – A Mother’s Day Reset After Divorce with Karen McMahon after divorce mothers day self-care May 11, 2025

Mother’s Day can stir up a lot—especially when you're navigating life after divorce. Maybe your ex’s voice is still echoing in your head, or your teens are too cool (or too cranky) to make plans. Maybe your kids aren't even with you this year. If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is her...

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Discover Spiritual Resilience After Divorce with Carrie Doubts, Spiritual Resilience Coach May 08, 2025

Join Karen McMahon for a powerful and inspiring episode on spiritual resilience and transformation after divorce. In this heartfelt conversation, Karen is joined by Carrie Hopkins-Doubts, a seasoned Spiritual Resilience Coach and long-time member of the JBD team, who shares her wisdom on navi

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Somatic Healing: Unlocking the Path to Emotional Freedom with Laurie James, Somatic Relationship Coach Apr 27, 2025

In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, host Karen McMahon speaks with somatic healer and coach Lori James about the powerful role of somatic healing in recovering from the trauma of divorce. They explore how emotional pain from divorce and toxic relationships often becomes store...

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Cooperative Co-Parenting Strategies: Insights from Award-Winning Author Aurisha Smolarski co-parenting Apr 24, 2025

In this powerful episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, host Karen McMahon is joined by licensed marriage and family therapist, certified co-parenting coach, mediator, and award-winning author Aurisha Smolarski. Together, they explore effective co-parenting strategies after divorce, wit...

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Understanding and Overcoming Sex and Porn Addiction in High-Conflict Divorces with Craig Perra, Sex and Porn Addiction Recovery Expert addiction and relationships divorce and addiction porn addiction sex addiction recovery Apr 17, 2025

 "You can't just pray this away. You can't hope for some spiritual awakening that makes it all go away. Those awakenings are called emotional catharsis, and they are fleeting." 

In this powerful episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, Karen McMahon sits down with Craig Perra, a global lea...

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What to Do After the Divorce Bomb Drops living together after divorce separation advice Apr 11, 2025

The divorce conversation has happened—and now you’re still living together. Tensions are high, emotions are raw, and the atmosphere at home feels like a ticking time bomb. In this episode, we unpack what to do *after* the divorce bomb drops—how to survive and even strategically thrive in the uncom...

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