Catch The Wave

Divorce doesn’t unfold in a straight line it comes in waves. In this episode Tracy Callahan is joined by Tamara Arnold family law attorney mediator DCA certified ADR divorce coach and creator of DivorceWave to explore what really happens between sessions when clients are triggered overwhelmed and at risk of escalating conflict. They discuss the gap between when conflict happens and when support is available how emotional dis-regulation impacts decision making and communication and why creating pause awareness and simple tools is essential for better outcomes. Tamara shares how DivorceWave can help clients regulate process emotions and respond more intentionally in real time while supporting the work coaches are already doing. Timecodes 00:00 Welcome and introduction to conflict in divorce 02:00 Why divorce unfolds in emotional waves 04:20 The disconnect between support and real life moments 06:20 Common reactive decisions that escalate conflict 09:15 The importance of pause and emotional regulation 11:40 Limits of attorneys mediators and therapists in real time 14:20 Recognizing and interrupting conflict patterns 18:20 Introducing the DivorceWave app 25:15 How coaches can use DivorceWave with clients 28:20 Rethinking support between sessions Key Takeaways Conflict in divorce happens between sessions not during them Emotional triggers override logic and lead to reactive decisions Creating space before responding is one of the most powerful tools Pattern awareness is the first step to breaking conflict cycles Clients need real time tools not just scheduled support DivorceWave helps extend support beyond sessions in practical accessible ways Divorce coaching conflict resolution emotional regulation during divorce co parenting conflict divorce mediation support divorce coaching tools managing divorce stress high conflict divorce help mindfulness divorce divorce coach resources DivorceWave is an on demand digital divorce coach designed to support your clients between sessions when they need it most. Whether they are triggered by an angry text from their Ex spiraling at 2 AM or heading into a tough conversation DivorceWave gives them tools to regulate strategize and move forward in the moment when it counts. Get started DivorceWave.com and click the link to "Try Divorce Wave for Free" Special Offers Mentioned in This Episode For Coaches Try It Free Use code DCACOACH at checkout for 100 percent off 6 months of access. Expires May 31 2026. Do not wait on this one. Share the Savings Give your clients code WAVERIDER to take 80 dollars off an annual subscription just 49.99 for the entire year plus a 7 day free trial so they can explore before committing.