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Couples often avoid sex because their sex life has become dissatisfying or conflictual.  If talking about it is uncomfortable (and for most it is, at least a bit), avoidance can become the path of least resistance. Lack of time is often a convenient excuse. Talking about sexual concerns in a caring way and planning together for sexual revitalization can be the cure for avoidance. Most couples can work through their sexual frustrations and miscommunications simply by learning to communicate about what is important to them and what works for them and what feels intolerable to them and why In this episode of Sex after Divorce, Juliana Neiman provides a "statement check -list" to help us to recognize our sexual preferences.  Once we have a better understanding of our sexual desires, the goal is to share our needs with our new partner in a healthy way.

In this episode of The Intelligent Divorce with Mark Banschick M.D., we discuss how to tell the difference between an upset teen and a teen that needs treatment, and perhaps medication. Teenagers are rarely easy. Normal adolescents, bless their hearts, can be moody, demanding, self centered and otherwise preoccupied at the expense of their studies or the family. When things go wrong, it can be rocky going. Depression, eating disorders, oppositional behavior and drug use are just some of the quagmires lying in the way of healthy adolescent development. Treatment can be a Godsend; even medications when appropriate can help many of the problems that teens may face. So, do we just run to medicate an adolescent when he or she starts to show symptoms during a divorce? The side effects of medications are real, but not doing any treatment may lead to far worse. The teenage brain is a developing organ that won't reach maturity until twenty-five or so, and the psychological roller coaster of emerging independence an

Start the New Year right with our NEW, UPLIFTING SHOW  on Divorce Source Radio, Single Again! Now What? with Joanie Winberg and Lesley Hatfield. Divorce can be so serious and bring you down. This show is all about life after divorce and bringing you around.  Our divorced and single hosts deliver a show you can relate to, because we're all in the same place... single and divorced. Together, we hope to learn, love, and laugh our way through this show and the rest of our lives.  We invite you to come along for the ride.  Feel free to write us with comments, questions, or suggestions to DivorceSourceRadio@gmail.com. Today's Conversation Includes: Life after the holidays Dealing with unhealthy eating and diet habits Is dating after divorce in the best interest of your children? How to date appropriately for the sake of your kids And much more

Happy New Year! This is the final broadcast of 2011 and we're going out in style giving our listeners a FREE eHarmony Weekend. Visit our website at www.DivorceSourceRadio.com and click on the eHarmony banner to get in on this special for DSR listeners.  It's a great way to possibly find the life partner you always dreamed of and at no cost to you. Also in this episode, DSR founder and host, Steve Peck, provides a year in review for 2011 and tell of new things to come in 2012. Thank you for being part of our Divorce Source Radio community.  It has been a privilege serving you during this challenging time in your life.  We wish you a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!

Welcome to Single Again! Now What?, a new program on Divorce Source Radio with hosts Joanie Winberg and Lesley Hatfield. As the title implies, this is a show designed for individuals who have gone through divorce and are looking to rebuild a healthier and happier life than ever before.  The hosts have experienced divorce firsthand and provide thoughts, feelings and advice in a fun uplifting format. Going through divorce can be one of the darkest times in an individuals life... welcome to the other side!  This show is going to be fun and informative.  Listen weekly on www.DivorceSourceRadio.com.

In this episode of Divorce Source Radio with Steve Peck, we discuss Organizing your Divorce and Empowering your Your New Life, with our guest, Laura Campbell, of The D Spot. Laura is a divorce coach and author of The Ultimate Divorce Organizer:  The Complete, Interactive Guide to Achieving the Best Financial and Personal Divorce, a book Steve believes ALL Divorce Source Radio Listeners should have if new to the process of divorce.  The Ultimate Divorce Organizer is a comprehensive resource for knowing what comes next, preparing for it, and keeping track of all that you will need to accomplish during divorce.  Despite feelings of being overwhelmed, loneliness, confusion and fear, Laura believes this journey can be the catalyst for reclaiming your joy, independence and freedom.   Topics in the program include: Dealing with the legal and emotional side of divorce Why avoiding litigation is in your family's best interest How to get what you want out of your new life How to be a better co-parent Ways to improve

On this episode of The Intelligent Divorce, Dr. Banschick and Steve Peck speak with Dr. Andrew Klafter, director of psychotherapy training at the University of Cincinnati Residency Training Program. Dr. Klafter has dedicated much of his research to learning more about Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).   Narcissistic personality disorder is a condition in which people have an inflated sense of self-importance and an extreme preoccupation with themselves. Before someone might be classified as being narcissistic, it is important to keep in mind that, like every psychological disorder, narcissistic personality disorder too comes in various degrees.  Going to the extreme, we might argue that each of us has somewhere a narcissist in her/himself.   It even could be said that a narcissistic tendency is important for survival.  However, in the same context it must be emphasized that, while a narcissistic tendency is constructive, a fully elaborated or developed symptomatic of NPD is nothing but destructive. 

In this episode of Sex after Divorce with Juliana Neiman, we discuss the importance of understanding your sexual needs and communicating them to your new partner. Poor communication skills among couples is one of the main reasons many marriages fail. Although there are many important topics to communicate about in a relationship, discussing your sexual preferences early on in a new relationship can lead to a healthier and more intimate relationship. Juliana Neiman has a wonderful way of helping us better understand our sexuality, and you may even want to listen to this program with your new partner. It is our hope that this program leads you to a better understanding of what each other's sexual needs are, and ultimately to greater intimacy.

Divorce Source Radio's Steve Peck has a discussion on spending the holidays alone, with DSR The Smart Divorce host, author and divorce consultant, Deborah Moskovitch. We share our different backgrounds as we discuss Deborah's experience of being alone during Hanukkah, and Steve's during Christmas.  We also touch on the difficulty of being newly divorced at other major life events and celebrations. As the program progresses, we become a bit more philosophical, as we discuss why and how couples fall out of love in the first place.  And we ask the question, "Are those in high conflict divorces actually more in love with their spouses, and soon-to-be exes, than those who divorce with a mutual understanding that they have both simply fallen out of love?"  What do you think?  Write us your thoughts at DivorceSourceRadio@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you.

What would you do if you realized that your own most fundamental assumptions about yourself were wrong?  How would you reinvent yourself in your forties if you began to suspect that much of your life had been built on a lie – or at least a critical misperception?  These are the questions that Dr. Loren A. Olson, a prominent Midwestern psychiatrist, faced when he finally confronted the fact that despite almost two decades of marriage to a loving and emotionally compatible woman, he was sexually and romantically attracted to men. Dr. Olson is author of Finally Out - Letting Go of Living Straight and provides insight and wisdom to others experiencing the same situation.  Whether it be a husband or wife that finds themselves questioning their own sexuality or a family member or children dealing with accepting their new reality.  Dr. Olson help us understand the journey not just from someone who has lived it, but also as a professional psychiatrist.

In  this Episode of “Ask Henry” with Attorney, Henry Gornbein, Henry answers the questions: How Can I Protect my Credit During Divorce and Who Gets Possession of the Family Pet? If you would like to ask Henry a question for an upcoming show, send your question to DivorceSourceRadio@gmail.com or phone your question into our Voicemail Listener Line at (248) 686-2256. For more on attorney, Henry Gornbein, visit www.FamilyLawOfMichigan.com

In this episode of The Intelligent Divorce, Mark Banschick, M.D. takes a look at divorce and family adversity in the movies. Dr. Banschick believes there are powerful messages in  movies that relate to divorce and single parenting that provide wisdom and insight to what might be going on in our lives. Many children's movies have situations with divorced parents, the death of a parent, or being raised by extended family .  Going to one of these well-done movies with your children provides a great opportunity for dialog afterwards and can be a great way of helping your children better understand divorce.  Dr. Banschick tells the tale of The Wizard of Oz like you have never heard it before and provides other examples from ET and The Lion King. For more movie recommendations for your children as well as yourself, pick up a copy of Dr. Banschick's Intelligent Divorce book, "Because Your Kids Come First," available in the Recommended Reading section of www.DivorceSourceRadio.com.

In this episode of Sex after Divorce with Juliana Neiman, we discuss finding a new partner and falling in love again. We need to make sure we're not selecting the wrong partner based on our unconscious past decisions.  The way to do this is to recognize your psychological make-up by examining past relationships, making adjustments and moving forward to create healthier emotional and sexual relationships. Juliana discusses the five important things when choosing a new partner including: Unconscious Motivations Being realistic in your expectations - Don't expect your partner to be perfect, we all have flaws Understand our emotional needs Improving communication skills and conflict resolution Being aware of your need for love and worthiness

In this episode of Divorce Source Radio with Steve Peck, we speak with the author of the book, Fishing by Moonlight - The Art of Enhancing Intimate Relationship, Colene Sawyer, Ph.D.. A licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Sawyer has worked for nearly three decades in private practice with parents, children, and singles, as a divorce counselor, and with couples and families. This is a program for anyone going through divorce who's looking for a better understanding of their  past relationship choices in an effort to construct healthier relationships in the future.  Dr. Sawyer explains that a new love affair can set off a "feel good" chemical similar to an amphetamine reaction in our brain.  This is responsible for the euphoria of passionate infatuation that guides us into believing we have found Mr. or Ms. Right.  Unfortunately, we don't always make the smart choices during this state, and like all drug-induced states, the feeling dissipates in time.  This program helps us gain a better understanding

The holidays can be a challenging time for families going through divorce. We have these images of perfect family holidays, yet your own family is coping with a situation that is anything but perfect. In this program, psychologist, Dr. Larry Friedberg, provides advice to help get you through the holidays. This Program Covers: Dealing with ALL holidays including: Christmas, Hanukkah , Easter, Birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Graduations How to deal with your feelings and emotions during this trying time Understanding issues your children may be dealing with during the holiday season Dividing parenting time between you and your ex Tips for holiday parties and gatherings to ease the stress Is it proper to begin dating around the holidays

Our guest, Sharon Zarozny of Brilliant Exits  (http://www. brilliantexits.com/) shares her personal story of overcoming the trauma she experienced as a victim of Domestic Violence and abuse.  Domestic Violence can happen to anyone, and Sharon was hard pressed to believe that this was happening to her.  Fact was, as an educated woman who'd traded in a successful career to be a stay at home mom, there was no way she and her daughters were the "victims" of that ugly phrase "domestic violence." Sharon’s family had the trappings of a privileged life thanks to her husband’s thriving surgical practice. He was a brilliant Ivy League grad. It just didn't add up. If you can identify, get a copy of Susan Weitzman's book Not To People Like Us: Hidden Abuse in Upscale Marriages or check out nottopeoplelikeus.com. Knowing you are not alone is so crucial to getting out. In your world that swirls with "unreals” and craziness, you'll find this book/site a gift of validation. You'll know you are not crazy. Also visit The Weit

On this episode of The Pecking Order, with Divorce Source Radio founder, Steve Peck, we discuss the forthcoming Detroit Divorce Expo that will be held on March 24 - 25 2012 at the Suburban Collection Showcase in Novi, Michigan. Event senior produce, Joost Allard, joins Steve to discuss the two day event which is designed to provide help and support for those contemplating or going through divorce.  The two-day event features keynote speakers addressing the legal, emotional and financial needs one faces as they navigate their divorce. If you or someone you know is in the process of divorce, this is a Must Attend event.  For more information, visit: www.TheDivorceExpo.com.

In this holiday edition of Divorce Source Radio, divorce coach Jeanie Rule, of www.SoloMama.com, presents The Holiday Survival Guide for Divorcing or Divorced Moms. The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone, but for a mother going through a divorce, this season can be even more challenging.  Beyond financial issues, many moms face the isolation of being left out of events they used to attend, as well as facing their ex at social or school events. Jeanie speaks of the need to be as prepared as possible for the holidays, both from a legal custody point of view and preparing for circumstances you may encounter with friends, family, and co-workers during the holiday season. Jeanie teaches us how we can create new holiday traditions for our children and helps us understand the true meaning of the holiday season:  spending time with family and friends and sharing love. The first holiday season apart from your family is always the toughest, but we learn that, in time, things will get better, and, if handled co

In this powerful episode of The Intelligent Divorce with Mark Banshick, M.D., we discuss how children can become wounded during a divorce. Our guest is Ditta M. Oliker, Ph.D., author of Hide & Seek: Reclaiming Childhood’s Lost Potential.  After the personal tragedy of losing one of her sons, Ditta began to develop her ideas about psychological survival and the lasting effects of the experiences and hidden messages of childhood. She continued to develop these themes after beginning her practice and incorporated them into her concept of survival systems.   Ditta draws a parallel between the death of a loved one to divorce, which is the death of a marriage and the death of a family as it existed, and explains why how we deal with the loss makes a huge difference for all involved, especially the children. In the program we learn: How children become wounded during divorce and how the wounds can carry over into their adult relationships How some children take on the role of caretaker to a parent or sibling a

In this episode of Divorce Source Radio with Steve Peck, we talk with the founders of Divorce Detox. Divorce Detox™ provides symptom relief and relationship closure, while addressing the underlying pain and heartache of divorce, to insure long lasting divorce recovery. Allison Pescosolido, M.A. and Andra Brosh, Ph.D. are experts in Divorce Recovery and starting over. They co-founded Divorce Detox, a full service center to transform the lives of individuals transitioning through divorce. With advanced degrees in the field of Psychology, and as certified Grief Recovery Specialists by The Grief Recovery Institute, Andra and Allison are pro-actively challenging and changing the stigma of divorce on a national level. These dynamic women are dedicated to utilizing divorce as an opportunity for personal growth and a new life. The Divorce Detox™ proprietary programs transcend more traditional forms of treatment for divorce by providing the necessary tools, support and guidance for efficient, long lasting results.