4. Rebuilding Financial Confidence After Divorce: Wealth Strategy for Women with Myrna Laine-Hyppolite

Divorce can change everything, especially when it comes to money.In this episode, we sit down with Myrna Laine-Hyppolite, a wealth strategist, financial wellness coach, and Chief Financial Officer with more than 30 years of experience in the finance industry. As the founder of Empower Financial Wellness, Myrna helps high-achieving women turn their income into long-term wealth and financial independence.For many women navigating divorce, finances suddenly shift from shared responsibility to something they must manage alone. Myrna explains why this transition can feel overwhelming—and how women can begin rebuilding financial clarity and confidence one step at a time.Drawing from her own experience in finance and her work with women going through major life transitions, Myrna shares her Five Steps to Financial Wellness, a practical framework designed to help women organize their finances, reduce stress, and create a plan for the future.Whether you are recently divorced, navigating financial independence after a relationship, or simply want to feel more confident managing money, this episode offers clear guidance and empowering insights.What listeners will learn:The 5 core steps to financial wellness and how to apply them during or after divorceWhy so many women feel overwhelmed by finances — and how to take back controlHow to begin rebuilding financial identity after a breakup or major life changeThe real reasons women fall behind financially during divorceSimple systems to organize money, track expenses, and prepare for long-term stabilityEncouragement for women who feel behind, ashamed, or financially lostWhy this episode matters: It gives women clarity, direction, and confidence in an area where they often feel the most vulnerable.Conversation about financial Free Guide on How to Invest in the Stock Market: https://wealth-codes.comMyrna's Website: https://empowerfinancialwellness.comMyrna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowerfinancialwellnessResources Mentioned in This EpisodeHigh-Yield Savings AccountsMyrna recommends moving savings into a high-yield savings account instead of leaving money in a traditional bank savings account. These accounts typically offer higher interest rates, helping your savings grow faster. One example she mentions is Marcus by Goldman Sachs, an online bank that offers competitive savings rates.BankrateA useful tool for comparing interest rates across banks. You can use Bankrate to research and find high-yield savings accounts that offer better returns than traditional banks. Bankrate.comRocket MoneyA budgeting and expense tracking app that helps you see where your money is going each month. Rocket Money can identify recurring subscriptions, spending patterns, and potential “money leaks” so you can make more informed financial decisions.You can book a Free 60-minute Divorce Consultation Call: ⁠ ⁠https://herdivorceacademy.com/program/book-a-coaching-fit-callHave a question? Ask here! ⁠https://herdivorceacademy.com/divorce-hotline⁠Connect with Raquell on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/herdivorceacademy/⁠Have a Dear Raquell question you want answered on the podcast?📩 Email your anonymous story to [email protected]