What No One Tells You About Gray Divorce: Grief, Money & Starting Over After a Long Marriage with Maryjane Sweet - Ep#162

Did you know the divorce rate for women over 50 has nearly doubled since 1980 — and for those over 65, it’s tripled? Gray divorce is rising, and it comes with its own kind of grief, financial fears, and identity questions most women aren’t prepared for. In this episode, Jodi Silverman sits down with gray divorce coach Maryjane Sweet to have the honest, compassionate conversation more midlife women need to hear — whether you’re navigating it yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply wondering “who am I now?”IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER:What gray divorce is and why experts are calling it a cultural revolutionWhy grief is real even when YOU were the one who wanted the divorceHow to show up for a friend going through gray divorce (and what NOT to say)The financial reality women face: a 45% drop in standard of living — and how to get informed before you’re blindsidedThe identity question every midlife woman faces: “Who am I now?”Why small action steps — not big leaps — are the key to cracking open possibilityHow Maryjane went through her own divorce with intention, so her daughters could watch her do hard things wellThe dare that applies to every midlife woman, whether you’re navigating divorce or any life transitionABOUT MARYJANE SWEET:Maryjane Sweet is a gray divorce coach and consultant who combines the lived experience of ending a 26-year marriage with professional training to help women navigate the emotional and practical complexities of gray divorce. She holds a master’s in Organizational Behavior, is an ICF-certified PCC coach, trained in mindfulness and meditation through Duke University, has taught university courses in mindfulness and well-being, and is a certified trauma-informed yoga instructor. Maryjane offers women a grounded, evidence-based pathway through midlife divorce.RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:Free 7-minute meditation for women going through gray divorce (download on Maryjane's website)Book a FREE 45-min consult with Maryjane — first 3 listeners who mention Dare On get a complimentary session!Susan Guthrie’s episode on Dare On: HEREMaryjane featured on the Oprah Podcast HEREJodi's free 7-Day Self-Talk Reset HERECONNECT WITH JODI:Substack(fun things are coming here):  HEREInstagram: @jodi_silvermanFacebook: jodibsilvermanSend me a quick note/message- what stood out in this episode! 🎙️ You've been listening to me—now I want to meet YOU.  Join me on Substack, where Dare On goes beyond the podcast. We're having real conversations about midlife, what's next, the things we're struggling with, and the lives we still want to create. You'll find live gatherings, connection, encouragement. Subscribe for FREE and come introduce yourself HEREI can't wait to meet Subscribe to my Substack HEREStep into the Dare On Circle HERE