Divorce Your Story Podcast

Tonya Carter
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The mission of the Divorce Your Story Podcast is to help women through the process of uncoupling with purpose, empowering them to confidently create a "life after" that embodies freedom and fulfillment. Join Relationship Exit Strategist and podcast host Tonya Carter for practical guidance in crucial areas including mindset, emotions, finances, health, faith, love, parenting, and relationships. Through weekly discussions, personal insights, and inspiring guest interviews, you'll embark on a journey of personal and professional growth, elevating yourself as you step into your next chapter.

  1. 6D AGO

    195. You Survived Divorce… But Is This Where Your Story Stops? | 4 Questions to Reflect On

    Divorce isn’t just about filing papers or finalizing court dates. It’s about what happens after. The season where you’re no longer married but you’re not fully moving forward either. You’re functioning.You’re responsible.You’re handling life.But are you progressing… or just surviving? In this episode, I talk about the “between season” many women enter after divorce .... why survival mode is necessary, how relief can quietly turn into settling, and four honest questions to help you reflect on where you are. Because you survived divorce. But survival was never meant to be the final destination. **SCHEDULE YOUR 90-MINUTE INTENSIVE BELOW** ⬇️https://www.tonyacarter.com/strategy Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠ Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    22 min

  2. 10/21/2025

    194. Losing the Marriage, Finding the Man: Beyond Performance, Provision, and Pressure w./ Jerry Vaval

    When divorce happens, the focus often centers on women, their stories, their pain, and their healing. And while that’s important and necessary, we also have to acknowledge this truth: Men go through it too. They hurt.They question their worth.They wrestle with identity, guilt, and the quiet pressure to keep showing up even when their world feels uncertain. In this episode, I sit down with Jerry Vaval, father of four, career professional, and co-host of The Giant Fundamentals Podcast, for a real and vulnerable conversation about life after divorce from a man’s perspective. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: How men process pain and identity after divorceHow childhood conditioning influences adult relationshipsWhat true accountability and growth look like for menThe evolving meaning of masculinity, love, and leadership This conversation is a reminder that healing doesn’t belong to one side of the story. It’s about moving past what we think we know and beginning to truly understand what men experience, feel, and carry after divorce. Follow Jerry Vaval  on Instagram: @consult_jv Follow Jerry Vaval on Facebook:  Jerry Vaval To listen to the "The Giant Fundamentals Podcast" on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxays9ks or Apple:  https://tinyurl.com/bdhdxepf **SCHEDULE YOUR 90-MINUTE INTENSIVE BELOW** ⬇️https://www.tonyacarter.com/strategy Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠ Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    1h 33m

  3. 10/08/2025

    193. Hair Loss & Heartbreak: How Emotional Stress Shows Up at the Root w/ Trichologist Delfanita Warren

    We talk a lot about the emotional toll of toxic relationships. How they can drain your energy, chip away at your confidence, and leave you questioning everything. But what we don’t always talk about is how that emotional weight can show up in your body. Starting at your scalp. For many women, hair is more than hair. It’s identity. It’s how we present ourselves. It’s how we feel seen. So when it starts breaking, shedding, or thinning without explanation, it’s not just frustrating. It’s deeply personal. In this episode, I’m joined by Certified Trichologist and Holistic Health Practitioner Delfanita Warren for a powerful conversation on the connection between emotional stress, toxic relationships, and hair loss. She shares how unresolved pain, betrayal, and long-term emotional strain can trigger physical symptoms, especially at the root. We talk about:• What’s really happening in your body when emotional stress is ongoing• Why your hair might be telling the story before your words do• How unhealthy relationships can affect your overall well-being far beyond emotions• What to pay attention to if your hair is changing and your life feels heavy• How true restoration starts from the inside out, not just with products but with peace. This isn’t just about shedding hair. It’s about shedding what’s been silently hurting you. If this episode speaks to you or brings something up, know you’re not alone.Your body keeps the score.But it can also tell the truth that helps you begin again.

    1h 23m

  4. 09/02/2025

    192. Intentional Parenting: Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids, Rebuilding Trust, and Making Space for Joy in Motherhood w/ Destini Ann

    Motherhood after divorce can feel like a maze of guilt, responsibility, and uncertainty. But what if there’s still space for joy, softness, and emotional connection even in the messiness? In this episode, Destini Ann invites us into a real and heartfelt conversation about what it means to parent on purpose especially when you're rebuilding after loss, navigating co-parenting dynamics, or questioning whether you’re getting it right. This isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about being present. It’s about learning to see beneath the surface of your child’s behavior and your own. It’s about choosing to lead with love, rebuild trust, and create a new rhythm in motherhood that honors you too. Whether you're the parent who stayed, the one who’s holding it all together, or the one who feels disconnected, this conversation offers the hope, healing, and tools you didn’t know you needed. Inside this episode: What intentional parenting really looks like after divorceHow to raise emotionally healthy, aware kids without shame or fearThe difference between correcting behavior vs. understanding itWhy repair is always possible—and how to begin it with loveRebuilding trust with your child (and yourself)Finding joy in motherhood when it feels far awayWhy your own emotional well-being matters just as much as theirsCreating a support system and asking for help without guilt This conversation is a reminder: You’re still allowed to enjoy motherhood. You’re still capable of doing this well. And your love, when offered with intention, has the power to heal. Learn more about Destini Ann: Follow Destini Ann  on Instagram: @destini.ann Visit Destini's Website and Purchase her book "Very Intentional Parenting": https://www/destiniann.com ** DOWNLOAD MY FREE AUDIO GUIDE ⬇️Turning The Page: 7 Healthy Ways To Recover After Divorce/Breakup https://www.tonyacarter.com/turningthepage **SCHEDULE YOUR 90-MINUTE INTENSIVE BELOW** ⬇️ https://www.tonyacarter.com/strategy Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠ Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    1h 14m

  5. 07/29/2025

    191. Redefining Life After 40: Divorce, the Courage to Lose, and the Boldness to Dream Again w/ Patrice Washington

    There’s a script the world tries to hand women at 40, especially those who are divorced. It says your best years are behind you, that you're less desirable, that you're too old to start over, that if your marriage ended, you must have failed. It tries to convince you that dreaming, dating, and even redefining your life isn’t for you anymore. But what if that script is a lie? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, I’m joined by Patrice Washington; transformational speaker, author, and founder of The Institute for Redefining Wealth; who walked away from a 20-year marriage at 40 not because she stopped believing in love, but because she started believing in herself more. We talk about the courage to lose well, the boldness it takes to find your voice after years of shrinking, and what it truly means to rebuild life on your terms; emotionally, financially, and spiritually. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is it too late for me?” this episode will remind you: not only is it not too late… the best might just be ahead. Follow Patrice on Instagram: @seekwisdompcw Follow Patrice on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SeekWisdomPCW/Patrice Washington's Website: https://patricewashington.com/ Interested in attending Patrice's "Redefining Wealth Live" Event September 12th-14th? Click here to register ** DOWNLOAD MY FREE AUDIO GUIDE ⬇️Turning The Page: 7 Healthy Ways To Recover After Divorce/Breakuphttps://www.tonyacarter.com/turningthepage **SCHEDULE YOUR 90-MINUTE INTENSIVE BELOW** ⬇️https://www.tonyacarter.com/strategy Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter ⁠Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    1h 17m

  6. 07/09/2025

    190. The Mask of the Good Christian Woman: Hyper-Religious, High-Achieving, and Hurting in Silence w/ Vernique Esther, LCSW

    For so many women of faith, the desire to honor God in love and marriage runs deep—especially when the faith you hold so dear starts to feel at odds with the reality you’re living. When unhealthy theology is taught in the name of God, it becomes hard to separate what’s true from what’s been twisted. You start to question: Is suffering a part of being faithful?Is silence really strength?Is staying—no matter the cost—what God actually wants?Does submission mean self-abandonment?Am I supposed to endure everything?The truth is, many of us weren’t taught faith—we were taught fear, perfectionism, and performance... and told it was God. In this powerful episode, I sit down with licensed therapist and creator of Trauma Languages™, Vernique Esther, to talk about how faith and trauma can quietly collide—and how so many high-achieving women of faith have been left silently hurting under the weight of spiritual distortion. We dive into: What it really means to be hyper-religiousHow trauma hides behind performance and spiritual languageHow distorted theology has shaped the way women love, suffer, and stayThe seven ways trauma shows up in relationshipsAnd how to begin setting the atmosphere for the kind of relationship you truly desireFollow Vernique on Instagram: @verniqueesther Vernique Website: https://www.verniqueesther.com/ 🎧 DOWNLOAD MY FREE AUDIO GUIDE ⬇️Turning The Page: 7 Healthy Ways To Recover After Divorce/Breakup👉 https://www.tonyacarter.com/turningthepage 💻 SCHEDULE YOUR 90-MINUTE STRATEGY INTENSIVE ⬇️👉 https://www.tonyacarter.com/strategy 📚 Order my book: Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce➡️ http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com📦 Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me:📱 Instagram: @iamtonyacarter📘 Facebook: Tonya Carter▶️ YouTube: Tonya Carter**SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW** If this episode spoke to you, take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple or Spotify. Your support helps us reach more women navigating divorce, faith, and healing—so they can find breakthrough, too. 💜

    1h 28m

  7. 06/25/2025

    189. Divorce Isn’t Just Paperwork: Why Custody, Support & Co-Parenting Agreements Can’t Be Taken Lightly w/ Family Law Attorney Maiya Safikovs

    When most people think of divorce, they think of courtrooms, documents, and signatures. But let me be clear: divorce is more than just paperwork. The decisions made around custody, support agreements, and co-parenting aren’t just legal steps — they have lasting emotional, financial, and relational consequences. In this episode, I’m joined by Family Law Attorney Maiya Safikovs — a powerhouse legal mind known for her strategic insight and deeply compassionate approach. Maiya helps individuals navigate the divorce process with clarity, strength, and care. Together, we break down the legal realities of divorce, from parenting plans and custody structures to common myths about child and spousal support. We also discuss how to choose the right attorney — and why the decisions you make now will have a lasting impact on your future. Whether you're early in the process, navigating co-parenting challenges, or revisiting support agreements, this conversation offers the clarity and wisdom you need to make informed, empowered decisions. Maiya Safikov's Website: https://safikovslaw.com/home/ Maiya's email: maiya@safikovslaw.com **INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH ME 1:1 THIS SUMMER? APPLY BELOW**⬇️ https://www.tonyacarter.com/highimpact Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠ Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    1h 23m

  8. 06/17/2025

    188. God Doesn’t Hate You: A Real Talk on Divorce, the Power of Singleness, Forgiveness, and Trusting Him With What’s Next w/ Dr. Dharius Daniels

    When you’re a person of faith—someone who honored your vows before God—going through a divorce can shake you to your core. It’s not just the loss of a marriage; it’s the lingering question many struggle with silently: “Does God hate me because I’m divorced?” Scripture has often been misquoted or misinterpreted in ways that leave people feeling condemned, ashamed, and distanced from God—especially in Christian communities that emphasize marriage as the ultimate goal. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Dharius Daniels for a real, grounded conversation about what the Bible actually says about divorce—and what it doesn’t. We explore how scripture is often interpreted in ways that leave people feeling condemned, how to embrace God’s forgiveness and release the weight of guilt, why singleness is not a punishment but a purposeful season, and how to trust God with what’s still possible—even after divorce. Follow Dr. Dharius Daniels on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dhariusdaniels Follow Dr. Daniels on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/dharius.daniels Dr. Daniels Website: https://dhariusdaniels.com/ To learn more about Change Church: https://www.lifechange.org/ **INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH ME 1:1 THIS SUMMER? APPLY BELOW** ⬇️https://www.tonyacarter.com/highimpact Order my book: "Divorce Your Story: A Woman's Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce" - http://www.divorceyourstorybook.com. Also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QPWoCn Follow me on IG - ⁠@iamtonyacarter⁠ Follow me on Facebook - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠ Subscribe to my YouTube - ⁠Tonya Carter⁠

    1h 5m
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The mission of the Divorce Your Story Podcast is to help women through the process of uncoupling with purpose, empowering them to confidently create a "life after" that embodies freedom and fulfillment. Join Relationship Exit Strategist and podcast host Tonya Carter for practical guidance in crucial areas including mindset, emotions, finances, health, faith, love, parenting, and relationships. Through weekly discussions, personal insights, and inspiring guest interviews, you'll embark on a journey of personal and professional growth, elevating yourself as you step into your next chapter.

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