Life Lafter Divorce

Moping around a little too long after your divorce? Feeling like your stuck in a rut? Shifting yourself from living life to living a life you love is easier than you think, which is precisely where Charly Emery, aka Ms Fix It comes in. Author of How to Date When You’re Famous and Thank Goodness You Dumped His Ass, Charly is a master at closing the gap between what you're experiencing and what you want to experience quickly. She accomplishes in a matter of 1-3 hours what traditional methods of coaching and therapy often fail to achieve in months and years. Even more, the way she recycles your experiences bounce any baggage to the curb leaving you clear and renewed. From your personal and professional life, to enjoying harmony between the two, Charly's insight helps you gain the results and satisfaction you crave more easily, swiftly and thoroughly for happiness that keeps on expanding. Learn more about Charly http://charlyemery.com/.S Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CharlySense/ Twitter: https:/

No matter how amicable, divorce impacts the whole family.  How can we make it easier on on our kids? How can our kids get the support they need? Does counseling help? What if my kid seems to be totally okay with the divorce? And what signs should I even be looking for? This week we talk to Kristen Sawyer, MA MFTI #74413 (Supervisor: Linda Nusbaum MA LMFT #45519), about the many ways a parental breakup changes the lives of children and about the various ways they can get support. To learn more about Kristen, visit http://www.mentalperformance.org/.

Divorce has it's own sets of twists and turns we're never really prepared for. How do you improvise? This week we take to improviser, actor, and director Madeline (Maddie) O'Hara all about the benefits of learning the basics of improv comedy and applying them to our every day life. Follow Maddie on Twitter @MaddieOH and Instagram @themaddieohara.  To learn more about Cherub Improv, the non-profit organization that both Maddie and Leanne volunteered at in New York City, visit https://www.cherubimprov.org/.

Did you know only 17% of marriages end because of infidelity? What do you do when your spouse cheats? Leanne and The Boyfriend received a letter (aka email) from a listener who is feeling lost after learning that their spouse had cheated.  The listener has requested to remain anonymous and Leanne and The Boyfriend discuss the effects of cheating.

Divorce and depression are two topics that make many people uncomfortable. Like many things, we go through life without really understanding either until it affects us directly. This week we talk to Leanne's friend and divorcee, Saundra Fitzpatrick, about her journey through marriage and divorce while coping (and learning) about her partner's bipolar disorder. The best part, we learn how she's putting her experience to work to help others. To learn more about depression, visit https://www.imalive.org/ and https://twloha.com/

If we get married for all the wrong reasons, what about leaving for all the right ones? Actor, writer, comedian, star of the award-winning documentary Committed, Vic Cohen, shares how he came to his divorce decision and why he chooses his positive attitude. We also learn that sharp objects must be hidden away before inviting Tinder dates over and to beware of  "odd" parent/children relationships. Hey ladies! Vic is single. You're encouraged to follow him on Twitter (@viccohen), and Instagram (@realviccohen), look at his website (viccohen.com), and email him at viccohen@me.com.

What unexpected good came from your divorce? This week we talk about how going through divorce brings about positive changes and sometimes even entrepreneurship! Tiffany Beverlin CEO founder of DreamsRecycled.com and best selling Author of My Dreams Recycled , chronicling how Tiffany made divorce Lemons into lemonade for other divorcees! You can follow Tiffany on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dreamsrecycled/), Twitter (@dreamsrecycled & @tiffanybeverlin), and Instagram (@dreamsrecycled).

Is marriage outdated? Are we trying to make old traditions work in a new world? Rolan Whitt, divorcee, fiance', and stand up comedian shares his thoughts on marriage and divorce as he prepares to remarry. Leanne and Rolan also take a Redbook Quiz from the 1930's, try to avoid the annoying sound of the leaf blower, and brainstorm new ideas of what marriage should be. You can follow Rolan on Facebook (RolanWhitt) Twitter (@spazmasterr).

Meet Suzy Hardy, newlywed, actor, writer, and co-host of Food Heals Podcast. Yes, you will recognize this voice from episode 000! And yes, she is recently married, but she understands the hardship of a big breakup.In this episode she discusses healthy habits she maintains before, after, and during relationships. Check out her podcast with co-host Allison Melody at http://foodhealsnation.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FoodHealsNation/, Twitter @FoodHealsNation, and Instagram @FoodHealsNation.

This week we get serious and talk about domestic violence. Did you know 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been victims of some sort of physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime? This week we talk with Carolyn Luckett -- Writer, Comedienne, Producer and Mom from Lakewood, California. Be sure to find her on Facebook Carolyn Noel Luckett, on Twitter @disneegirl3, and Instagram at carolynluckett. National Domestic Hotline: 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) 1.800.787.3224.

This week we talk to Marc Adam Smith, comic and one of Leanne's best friends from the Big Apple. We learn about young love, the influencers around us, and how little we really know about our good friends. You can find him on Facebook at Marc Adam Smith, Twitter @moosemas45, and Instagram at moosemas45.

What have you learned from your past relationships? Brian Baron, good friend and stand up comedian, shares his journey of moving on with relationships, kids, 911, life and death. Friend him on Facebook, follow on Twitter @BrianABaron, and connect on LinkedIn.

Divorce stressing you out? Having trouble sleeping? Stop counting sheep! Put down the Ambien! David A. Mayen, Founder and Program Director for Sleep Recovery Centers, describes how poor sleep patterns impact relationships and explains how to they can be corrected or improved...and maybe even save your next relationship!!! Visit sleeprecoverycenters.com for details.

How in the world did we end up in a horrible relationship? Better yet, how do we get out? Determination and a great support system can be critical in overcoming adversity. This former Marine is back on her feet...AND standing up! Be sure to check her out www.comediannwalker.com and on Twitter at @Izxybot.

How have the relationships around you impacted your views on marriage and divorce? NY based comedian and host of The Slant podcast, Sal Coladonato, shares what he’s learned from others and how his relationship has evolved as a result. Be sure to check him out: Theslant.libsyn.com, Facebook.com/slantshow, and @slantshow.

Have you considered marital counseling/therapy before, during, or after your divorce? Erica Curtis, board certified art therapist & licensed marriage & family therapist shares the many options available to you. Be sure to check out her website: https://therapywitherica.com/

What changes do we make in our lifestyle when we divorce? Aspiring writer and comic, John Lenore, weighs the pros and cons of being married/single and the benefits and pitfalls of post divorce dating. You can friend him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/john.lenore.

Are we ever prepared to find out someone cheated on us? We explore this and much more with Comedian Derrick Whaley, who shares his thoughts on religion and its impact on his relationships. Friend him on Facebook comedianderrickwhaley and follow on Twitter @DerrickWhaley and Instagram derrickwhaley_isnotfunny.

Our parents experience doesn't necessarily determine our own, but they most certainly have an impact. Comedian Aj Deelio gives us her perspective on her parents tug-o-war breakup. Abby performs at clubs and colleges in the New Jersey and New York area and will be a featured performer in Escaping Trump's America; a collection of liberal minded comics at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2017. Read her blog at http://abbydeely.tumblr.com/, Friend on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abbydeely/, and follow on Twitter @Aj_deelio.

We learn about the importance of doing the little things to keep the spark going and a more in-depth definition of cheating. Jay Jacobs, a married podcast host who's horrible at relationships, shares his marital challenges. Jay hosts the I Hate Average Podcast and you can find him on Facebook and on Twitter @Ihateaveragejay.