Finding Yourself in an Unfulfilling Marriage: Should You Stay or Go?

In this episode of Pulling Threads, Leslie Mathews, a therapist and coach, addresses women who feel lost in seemingly safe marriages. This is not an encouragement for divorce but a guide to help women rediscover themselves and make an informed decision about staying or leaving their relationships. Sharing personal experiences and professional insights, Leslie provides a heart-to-heart framework of discernment, steps for preparing to leave if necessary, and advice for both paths, emphasizing the importance of intentional choice, support, and self-trust throughout the journey. 00:00 Introduction: Feeling Lost in a Safe Marriage 01:02 About the Speaker: Therapist and Coach 02:08 Personal Journey: Struggles in Marriage 03:46 Insights for Women: Stay or Go? 04:52 Framework for Discernment 09:16 Exploring Career and Identity 15:18 Steps for Leaving: Practical Advice 30:07 Rebuilding After the Decision 32:42 Conclusion: Embracing Your New Path ✨ The LooM Life — Connect, Work With Me & Follow My Journey ✨ Weaving mind, body, and soul into a life you actually want to live. ► WORK WITH ME (Coaching & Programs) 📍 Explore The LooM Life Coaching & resources: www.theloomlife.com ► FOLLOW ON SOCIALS 📸 Instagram (Coaching, Mindfulness & Life After Divorce) https://www.instagram.com/the.loom.life/ 💇‍♀️ Therapy Instagram (Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety, Divorce Therapy) https://www.instagram.com/loomlifetherapy ⛳ TikTok | Golf, Mindful Living & “Par & Peace” @parandpeace 📍 Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/theloomlife/ ► ABOUT LESLIE MATHEWS, MSW Leslie Mathews is a holistic therapist, trauma-informed coach, and founder of The LooM Life. She helps women navigate divorce, heal attachment wounds, rebuild identity, and create aligned relationships through mindfulness, nervous-system-based healing, and emotional empowerment—all while weaving practical tools with spiritual insight. ► WHAT YOU’LL FIND HERE ✓ Divorce healing & emotional recovery ✓ Nervous system + trauma education ✓ Mindfulness & somatic practices ✓ Dating after divorce & relationship skills ✓ Coaching for clarity, authenticity & alignment ✓ Golf as a mindfulness practice + lifestyle content ► BUSINESS & MEDIA INQUIRIES For speaking, podcast interviews, brand partnerships, or collaboration requests, contact: [email protected]