From Strangers Back to Yourself: A Divorce Coach on the Road to Rebuilding

Join Leah Hadley as she welcomes Liesel Darby, divorce coach and mediator at Intentional Divorce Solutions, for an in-depth conversation inspired by Belle Burden’s memoir, Strangers. Together, they explore the layers of financial and emotional experiences women face during and after divorce—regardless of income level. Key Topics Covered: Vulnerability and Visibility in Divorce:Liesel Darby reflects on the courage required to share openly about marital and financial struggles, especially in affluent social circles. Seeking and Choosing Support:The importance of not going through divorce alone—how to identify trusted friends, family, professionals, and why discernment is crucial when seeking advice. Managing Social Narratives and Gossip:Tips for handling community reactions, setting boundaries, and keeping responses neutral when sharing news of your divorce. Financial Awareness and Empowerment:Why knowing your financial rights and obligations is key, and how engaging the right professionals leads to clarity and helps lessen fear about the future. Reclaiming Identity:Strategies to reconnect with your own interests, passions, and strengths after feeling lost in a marriage—plus, the value of exploration and trying new things. Shifting the Narrative of ‘The Villain’:Discussion on why women who share their stories are sometimes mislabeled as vengeful, and why bringing hidden truths to light is powerful. Parenting and Transition Challenges:Insights into parenting teenagers through divorce and how to support children emotionally when family dynamics change.   Resources Mentioned: Belle Burden’s Book, Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage Free Divorce Checklist:https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/divorce-checklist.   Connect with Liesel Darby: Website: https://www.greatlakesdfs.com/ Email: [email protected] Schedule a complementary meeting with Liesel to learn more about her coaching and mediation services https://calendly.com/lieseldarby/info-call-for-individual-coaching    Connect with Intentional Divorce Solutions: IG: https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/ YT: www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights Learn more about the Empowered isterhoodhttps://www.watchherthrive.co/empowered-sisterhood