Surviving Divorce with Kids with Monica Brizendine | Episode 12

Life Before, During, and After Divorce: A Real Story from a Colorado MomDivorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s an emotional, financial, and personal transformation. In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Amy Goscha is joined by Monica Brizendine, a Colorado mother who recently went through divorce, to share an honest conversation about what divorce really looks like before, during, and after the legal process.Amy and Monica discuss the shock of unexpected divorce, navigating betrayal, protecting children’s emotional well-being, and rebuilding life after marriage ends. Through personal experience, they explore how support systems, mental health care, parenting strategies, and the right legal guidance can make a meaningful difference during one of life’s most difficult transitions. This episode offers reassurance, perspective, and practical insight for anyone contemplating divorce, currently in the process, or learning how to move forward after it’s finalized.Guest InformationMonica Brizendine is a Colorado mother of two who spent over a decade married before navigating divorce following infidelity. A former stay-at-home parent, Monica shares her firsthand experience balancing emotional healing, parenting through transition, and rebuilding independence after divorce. Her perspective highlights the realities many parents face when divorce upends family life—and the resilience required to move forward.Episode OutlineWhen Divorce Is Not a ChoiceHow sudden infidelity and emotional shock can force unexpected decisions and change life overnight.Protecting Children During DivorceNavigating age-appropriate communication, emotional stability, and routines for young children during separation.The Importance of Support SystemsWhy family, friends, and community support are essential for surviving the divorce process.Mental Health and Self-Care During DivorceWhy therapy, exercise, and emotional outlets are critical tools for managing anxiety, grief, and stress.Parenting Challenges After SeparationHelping children cope with two households, transitions, and emotional uncertainty.Moving Forward After DivorceHow redefining identity, rebuilding confidence, and prioritizing personal growth create a new chapter after marriage ends.What is Divorce at Altitude? Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado. To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here.  If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at [email protected].************************************************************************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.