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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 26 MIN

Why “Just Get Through the Divorce” Is Bad Financial Advice for Women

from Divorce with Sam and Leah · host Sam and Leah

If you’re going through a divorce and telling yourself, “I just need to get through this,” you are not alone. But what if that mindset — while emotionally protective — is setting you up for long-term financial stress?In this episode, we’re joined by Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) Morgan to break down why “just get through the divorce” can be dangerous financial advice — especially for women navigating high-conflict divorce and co-parenting.We talk about:• The survival-mode decisions women make during divorce • Why keeping the house isn’t always the safest choice • The hidden risks of vague support agreements • What doesn’t show up in court orders (cash flow, tax consequences, long-term tradeoffs) • How trauma-informed financial planning protects your future • 3 powerful questions to ask before finalizing your divorce agreementIf you’re feeling overwhelmed, rushed, or pressured to settle just to make it stop, this conversation will help you slow down, think long-term, and protect your peace — financially and emotionally.💙 If you want ongoing support, practical tools, and real guidance while navigating divorce and high-conflict co-parenting, join us inside The Next Chapter. It’s our private monthly membership designed specifically for women who are ready to stop spiraling, set stronger boundaries, and rebuild confidence with clarity: https://www.samandleah.com/servicesYou don’t have to figure this out alone. Connect with Morgan Murray: https://abri.io/divorcees/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganmurray-abri/Instagram: @divorcemoneymorganMorgan’s Facebook Group: "Financial Advice for Divorced Women"#DivorcePodcast #HighConflictDivorce #DivorceSupport #DivorceAdviceForWomen #WomenAndMoney #FinancialEmpowerment #CoParenting #SingleMomLife #DivorceRecovery #CertifiedDivorceFinancialAnalyst

If you’re going through a divorce and telling yourself, “I just need to get through this,” you are not alone. But what if that mindset — while emotionally protective — is setting you up for long-term financial stress?In this episode, we’re joined by Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) Morgan to break down why “just get through the divorce” can be dangerous financial advice — especially for women navigating high-conflict divorce and co-parenting.We talk about:• The survival-mode decisions women make during divorce • Why keeping the house isn’t always the safest choice • The hidden risks of vague support agreements • What doesn’t show up in court orders (cash flow, tax consequences, long-term tradeoffs) • How trauma-informed financial planning protects your future • 3 powerful questions to ask before finalizing your divorce agreementIf you’re feeling overwhelmed, rushed, or pressured to settle just to make it stop, this conversation will help you slow down, think long-term, and protect your peace — financially and emotionally.💙 If you want ongoing support, practical tools, and real guidance while navigating divorce and high-conflict co-parenting, join us inside The Next Chapter. It’s our private monthly membership designed specifically for women who are ready to stop spiraling, set stronger boundaries, and rebuild confidence with clarity: https://www.samandleah.com/servicesYou don’t have to figure this out alone. Connect with Morgan Murray: https://abri.io/divorcees/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganmurray-abri/Instagram: @divorcemoneymorganMorgan’s Facebook Group: "Financial Advice for Divorced Women"#DivorcePodcast #HighConflictDivorce #DivorceSupport #DivorceAdviceForWomen #WomenAndMoney #FinancialEmpowerment #CoParenting #SingleMomLife #DivorceRecovery #CertifiedDivorceFinancialAnalyst

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