Divorce with Sam and Leah

In this episode, we’re sharing a behind-the-scenes recap of our recent Costa Rica healing retreat for divorced moms — and what truly unfolded when women stepped out of survival mode and into safety, support, and community.
We talk about the emotional shifts we witnessed, the common breakthroughs that surfaced, and why so many moms arrived carrying more than they realized. From releasing guilt and hypervigilance to feeling deeply seen and understood, this retreat reminded us how powerful it is when women are given space to slow down, regulate their nervous systems, and reconnect with themselves.
We also discuss why healing doesn’t end when a retreat does — and why ongoing support, tools, and community are essential for lasting change after divorce and during co-parenting.
If you’ve been craving deeper support, clarity, and connection on your healing journey, The Next Chapter is where that work continues. Inside the membership, you’ll find practical guidance, emotional support, weekly trainings, live conversations, and a community of women who truly get it.
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Self-forgiveness after divorce can feel impossible—especially for moms carrying guilt, shame, and regret about their marriage, their kids, and their co-parenting decisions.
In this episode, we talk honestly about why self-forgiveness is one of the hardest—and most necessary—parts of divorce recovery. We break down what moms commonly blame themselves for, including staying too long, missing red flags, survival-mode coping, emotional reactions, and the impact divorce has on their children.
You’ll learn practical, tangible steps to release self-punishment, separate responsibility from blame, and rebuild trust with yourself as you move forward through divorce and co-parenting. If you find yourself replaying the past, questioning your decisions, or feeling stuck in guilt, this conversation will help you begin letting that weight go.
If this episode resonates and you want continued support, deeper guidance, and real-life tools for healing and co-parenting with confidence, The Next Chapter is where that work continues. Inside the membership, you’ll find weekly support, practical workshops, expert guidance, and a community of moms who truly get it—so you’re not doing this alone.
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After divorce, so many women ask the same quiet, unsettling question: Who am I now?
When your identity has been wrapped up in being a wife, a mom, or the one who holds everything together, divorce can leave you feeling untethered—like you don’t recognize yourself anymore.
In this episode, we talk about what identity loss after divorce really looks like, why it’s so common, and why it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. We go beyond the labels of “mom” and “ex-wife” and explore how to rebuild a sense of self that feels grounded, confident, and aligned with who you actually are now—not who you had to be to survive your marriage.
You’ll learn:
Why feeling lost after divorce is a normal response to role loss

How to stop asking “Who am I?” and start reclaiming parts of yourself you had to silence

Why rebuilding identity is about self-trust, not reinvention

Practical, low-pressure ways to explore who you’re becoming without overwhelming yourself

How to build confidence by honoring your needs, boundaries, and values

If you’re a divorced mom who’s done surviving and ready to feel like yourself again, this conversation is for you.
💙 Ready for deeper support? Inside The Next Chapter, you’ll get weekly workshops, a private community, practical tools, and real-time support to help you heal after divorce, rebuild confidence, and move forward without doing it alone. 👉 Join us at The Next Chapter and start creating the life that fits who you are now: https://www.samandleah.com/services

Divorce is hard—but wondering whether your child is really okay can feel overwhelming.
In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest fear areas for moms navigating divorce and co-parenting: How to know if your child needs therapy—and how to support them without overreacting or spiraling.
We cover:
The difference between normal divorce-related emotions and signs your child may need extra support

Common behavioral and emotional patterns to pay attention to (and what not to panic about)

When therapy can be helpful—and when it may actually do more harm than good

How to support your child without making them feel broken or responsible for adult emotions

How to stay involved, informed, and grounded as a parent

This episode is for moms quietly asking: Am I missing something? What if therapy is being weaponized? How do I protect my child without making things worse?
If you’re trying to make thoughtful, calm decisions for your child during an already emotional season, this conversation will help you feel more confident and less alone 💙
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Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage — it quietly takes a toll on women’s mental health in ways no one prepares you for.
In this episode, we break down the top 5 ways the divorce process impacts women emotionally, often long before the paperwork is finalized. From living in constant survival mode to feeling intimidated by the legal system, many women leave divorce feeling depleted, anxious, and disconnected from themselves — even when they know they made the right decision.
This conversation isn’t about blaming yourself or your ex. It’s about understanding why divorce feels so destabilizing, especially for women who are used to holding everything together.
If you’ve ever felt:
constantly on edge waiting for emails, court dates, or updates

emotionally exhausted but expected to “stay rational”

small, dismissed, or rushed by professionals

like peace feels impossible until the divorce is finally over

you are not alone — and nothing is wrong with you.
Inside The Next Chapter membership, we go deeper into how women can protect their mental health during divorce — including access to our full workshop, How to Work With Your Attorney and Protect Your Peace, with special guest Christopher Anderson.
If you’re ready to stop living in survival mode and start moving through this process with clarity, confidence, and support, The Next Chapter was created for you.
👉 Join The Next Chapter here: https://www.samandleah.com/services