Better Divorce Podcast

Paulette Rigo
Better Divorce Podcast

Welcome to The Better Divorce Podcast. Paulette Rigo here to guide you through the storm of divorce into calmer waters. Whether you're contemplating divorce, in the thick of it or rebuilding post-divorce, we've got you covered. Each week, we tackle tough topics, share resilience stories, and offer practical advice to help you navigate with confidence. Remember, you're not alone and a brighter future awaits. Ready to turn a tough time into a time of growth? Then let's get started.

  1. Ep. 197 - Sydney Ryker: Stop searching outside of ourselves for happiness and fulfillment.

    5 DAYS AGO

    Ep. 197 - Sydney Ryker: Stop searching outside of ourselves for happiness and fulfillment.

    About Sydney: Sydney Ryker is an entrepreneur, business owner, and transformational speaker who started her journey eight years ago sleeping on a mattress on the floor. She has driven a health company with over 7,000 active customers and multiple 8-figure global sales organizations, speaking on dozens of stages worldwide. Sydney empowers individuals through her "Identity Deconstruction" method, guiding them to shed societal conditioning and rediscover their true selves. With the support of ancient spiritual practices and her mentor, Mitch, she helps people find peace and fulfillment within their authentic selves without needing anything outside of themselves. Takeaways Identity deconstruction is a journey of self-discovery. Women often feel societal pressure to conform to beauty standards. True empowerment comes from within, not from external validation. Integrity is crucial for personal and professional success. Freedom is achieved through discipline and commitment. Rebuilding self-identity requires letting go of societal masks. The process of healing involves facing uncomfortable emotions. Storytelling can be a powerful tool for personal growth. No story, no problem: reframing narratives can liberate us. We are designed to receive love and abundance when we let go of need. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Better Divorce Podcast 03:05 Sydney's Journey to Empowerment 08:14 Understanding Identity Deconstruction 14:03 The Process of Rebuilding Self-Identity 20:40 The Concept of 'Becoming Unpretty' 26:31 Navigating Feelings of Unworthiness 32:31 The Importance of Integrity in Leadership 39:51 The Role of Storytelling in Personal Growth SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    51 min
  2. Recap Ep. 124 Tracy Malone: Divorcing Your Narcissist: You CAN'T make this shit up!

    SEP 23

    Recap Ep. 124 Tracy Malone: Divorcing Your Narcissist: You CAN'T make this shit up!

    Perhaps you are stuck in the cycle of not being able to get over your difficult divorce from a Narcissist Ex?  Meet Tracy Malone! She is⁠ a survivor of narcissistic abuse on a new journey just like you.⁠ As soon as she learned what the heck all the crazy people in her life were doing she started teaching, sharing and bringing others to understanding.  She has been abused her whole life but only learned a short time ago her mother, her sisters, her x-husband, his crazy family and ultimately a boyfriend of 2.5 years that caused this transition in her life with his horrific discard. She has spoken and helped hundreds of survivors and she can help you with too!!  After a narcissist, education is the medicine of recovery.  To get Tracy's BOOK order here. Her book is brilliant! It is required reading for all Better Divorce Academy clients.  ⁠NarcissistAbuseSupport.com⁠ ⁠TracyAMalone.com⁠ ⁠TargetedHealingJournals.com⁠ https://www.amazon.com/Divorcing-Your-Narcissist-Cant-Make/dp/173650780X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1636575558&sr=1-3 YouTube/Podcasts: ⁠learn more SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    41 min
  3. Recap Ep. 129 Lora Cheadle: Learn from Life Choreography and FLAUNT method creator as you Recover From Betrayal

    SEP 17

    Recap Ep. 129 Lora Cheadle: Learn from Life Choreography and FLAUNT method creator as you Recover From Betrayal

    Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt Biography An attorney, TEDx speaker, and betrayal recovery coach, Lora Cheadle helps women overcome the devastation of betrayal and confidently engage in life again. After being shattered by her husband’s fifteen years of infidelity, she uses her experience to help others reclaim their identity, self-worth, agency, and enthusiasm for life after betrayal, whether that betrayal is from their body, life, or someone that they love. Lora is the creator of the Life Choreography® betrayal-recovery process and leads both FLAUNT! and Step into Your Moxie® workshops and training that help participants reclaim their identity, own their worth, and speak up for what they want. She is the author of the bestselling book, "FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy and Spiritual Self" and has written for Elephant Journal, Om Yoga Journal, Yoga Magazine, Thrive Global, Aspire Magazine, and The Girlfriend. Named an Exceptional Woman of Excellence by the Women Economic Forum in India in 2019, she was the plenary speaker on "Reclaiming Voice With Validation" as well as a breakout workshop leader and presenter. She has spoken at DisruptHR, for Alexia Vernon Empowerment, SecondAct Woman, American Association of Healers, Optimist and Rotary International. She is the host of the top-rated radio show and podcast, “FLAUNT! Find Your Sparkle and Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal.” Download “The Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide” at ⁠www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    34 min
  4. Recap - Ep. 128 Jaimie Sherling: You Do You! Despite all that life throws at you. (Divorce and Cancer included)

    SEP 9

    Recap - Ep. 128 Jaimie Sherling: You Do You! Despite all that life throws at you. (Divorce and Cancer included)

    Jaimie Sherling is a joy seeker, drag ambassador, and the founder/designer of YDY, Sweets—a clothing line created for her sister breast cancer survivors. She lives in Wisconsin with her two kids. When she’s not working at her day job or trying on piles of clothes at thrift stores, you can find her screaming YAASSSS surrounded by a bunch of queens. ⁠https://ydysweets.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jaimiesherling/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimie-sherling/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jaimie.hollenback.9⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/JaimieSherling⁠ and you must get her book~ From Queens to Queens!  Reach for your tissues and prepare to belly laugh as Jaimie Sherling takes you on her wild adventure through breast cancer and divorce, love and triumph, dancing and falling, in her breakout memoir, From Queens to Queens: How the Madison Drag community saved my life. Meet the Queens who helped her keep it all together from the dark days to the sunshine. "Life is a roller coaster. The highs don't last forever, and you can't escape the lows. That's why it's important to learn to embrace the ride. Things will bottom out when you least expect it. Celebrate the heck out of the ups and lean on those who love you during the downs. You know-the people who hold your hair back when you puke." - Jaimie Sherling Buckle up, stock up on some chocolate, pour yourself a drink, as you dive into her story. If she didn't get thrown off the coaster, there's hope for all of us. SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    32 min
  5. Recap Ep. 133 AJ Grossman Teaches Us How To Leap Into A Better Divorce Experience

    SEP 3

    Recap Ep. 133 AJ Grossman Teaches Us How To Leap Into A Better Divorce Experience

    Join Paulette and AJ as they share their tips on how to have a better divorce experience!!  A.J. Grossman graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in business administration and at the top of his Florida law school class. He immediately went on to achieve his Master of Laws degree in Dispute Resolution from The Straus Institute at Pepperdine University Law School in California, which is the #1 ranked Dispute Resolution program in the country. As the son of a Navy Officer and the founder of several businesses, he learned quickly about service to others. A.J.’s goal is to help people solve problems, plain and simple. Being in the right place, doing the right thing, at the right time, for a person (or couple of people) in need, drives A.J. to continue growing his legal practice. He focuses his efforts on providing solutions that protect the interests of those who seek amicable resolutions in their lives. Protecting your rights and providing solid legal counsel through one of life’s most difficult and stressful situations. A.J. Grossman III is the only experienced, practicing family law attorney in Florida who holds a Master of Laws degree from the #1-ranked dispute resolution program in the United States, The Straus Institute at Pepperdine School of Law. Mr. Grossman has served on the board of directors for the Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida and currently sits on the board of directors for the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals and the Orange County Bar Association Family Law Committee. He also dedicates a portion of his time to serving on committees dedicated to establishing certification for collaborative professionals and delivering webinar education for legal professionals. When people experience a divorce or other stressful family law matter, it is not uncommon for their lives to be thrown into turmoil. Mr. Grossman’s passion is to help people through family law related traumatic/stressful experiences to maximize a settlement or a court decision. He helps his clients to understand their legal rights and the Florida legal process, and negotiate settlements that protect their rights and the rights of their children. Mr. Grossman understands that every client and/or family is unique, and no single approach is the right one for all clients or all families. Therefore, Mr. Grossman has been trained in traditional trial litigation and advocacy, as well as alternative dispute resolution options such as collaborative divorce, mediation, and arbitration. You can find AJ here: https://www.leapfrogdivorce.com/ SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    31 min
  6. Recap Ep. 134 Attorney and CDFA Lisa Zeiderman let's us in on how to have realistic and successful expectations.

    AUG 27

    Recap Ep. 134 Attorney and CDFA Lisa Zeiderman let's us in on how to have realistic and successful expectations.

    Join Paulette and Lisa for this conversation about the legal and financial aspects of divorce and gain the insight you need to secure just the right match.  Lisa Zeiderman is a high-energy, zealous and relentless advocate for her divorce and family law clients in New York City, Westchester and beyond.  You can rely on her to protect your legal interests, your finances and your children.  Ms. Zeiderman, a Managing Partner, is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Litigator, known for her work on complex litigation regarding financial and custody divorce matters, as well as pre- and post-nuptial agreements in New York City and Westchester County.  She is also very active in her community and civic organizations and has an ongoing media and LinkedIn presence which enables her to put together an interdisciplinary team to ensure each client has access to the top professionals in each discipline they might need as they embark on a divorce. Ms. Zeiderman’s recent accolades and activities include:  Awards and peer/client recognitions Crain’s New York Business Notable Woman Lawyer for 2022  Crain’s New York Notable Diverse Lawyer for 2022  Hudson Valley Best Lawyer in 2022 2021  Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Family Law  Attorneys Super Lawyer in Family Law for 2020, 2021 and 2022  Maintains a 10 rating on Avvo Client Champion for 2019, 2020  Thought leader and author Authors well-read blog for Psychology Today, “Legal Matters: Understanding Mental Health Issues as They Apply to Divorce and Child Custody” Regularly published in The New York Law Journal and Financial Advisor Magazine on topics ranging from changes in New York State law that affect family law, complex litigation, tax issues and child custody.  Is a frequent guest on podcasts discussing divorce, family law, financial matters, and financial empowerment for women.  As a Certified Financial Litigator and founding member of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators, Ms. Zeiderman also brings particular experience in complex financial matters, including issues involving complex executive compensation, deferred compensation, restricted stock units (RSU) as well as retirement assets.  Her approach to matrimonial and family law often includes enlisting an interdisciplinary team, including mental health professionals, financial advisors, career counselors and real estate advisors.  This enables her to create an integrated approach for clients and their families going through a divorce that doesn’t begin and end with negotiating the settlement agreement.  She also works with cases that involve mental health issues including narcissism and borderline personality, and she regularly consults with mental health professionals on these matters.  https://lisazeiderman.com/ SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    39 min
  7. Recap Ep.91 - Torrey Commisso: The Art of Co-Parenting with a High Conflict Former Spouse

    AUG 19

    Recap Ep.91 - Torrey Commisso: The Art of Co-Parenting with a High Conflict Former Spouse

    Meet Torrey! She is a powerhouse wealth of wisdom that you don't want to miss.  She is a California licensed therapist that recently released her new book “Surviving to Thriving” which quickly hit Amazon’s #1 Single Parenting New Release list.  She joins me to today to talk about the real struggles of co-parenting and family blending during a global pandemic. For details on how to get Torrey's new book and learn more about her: Surviving2Thriving.life  ⁠TorreytheTherapist.com⁠⁠Instagram.com/TorreytheTherapist⁠ ————————————————————————————————————— SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    27 min
  8. Recap - Ep. 34 Amber Gregory: It is not about finding peace, it's about being at peace with what we find.

    AUG 12

    Recap - Ep. 34 Amber Gregory: It is not about finding peace, it's about being at peace with what we find.

    YOGA IS MY TRUE PASSION... The practice found me over ten years ago and has followed me around with nurturing love ever since. My yoga experience began at Charlestown Yoga in Boston, Massachusetts while volunteering for a non-profit organization that offered alternative healing services to veterans. In exchange, I was able to take yoga classes at the studio. I soon became a regular, sometimes taking two, even three classes each day. Simultaneously, I experienced a couple of unexpected lay-offs from my jobs in online advertising sales and this opened up some space to make what was initially a physical practice a very spiritual journey for me. With the completion of my 200-hour yoga teacher certification in 2007, I began to pursue my teaching career in yoga. First, managing the studio part-time and then, teaching as many classes as I could in and around Boston. This journey through my practice has paved the path for many of the challenges I would face later on in a way that nothing else could have prepared me for. In 2011, at age 35, I was teaching yoga and running a Bed & Breakfast on Martha's Vineyard when I was diagnosed with stage 2/3 triple-negative breast cancer. My life turned upside down. Planning a wedding turned into deciding on a treatment plan for the following year. 16 chemo treatments, two surgeries and 30 days of radiation is what followed. That is what my treatment looked like on paper, but I believe I was saved because of yoga, the community at MGH, and my 'tribe'. Students would pop up with messages of love and support when I least expected it, at hospitals, on the street, along with various other places and in moments that you couldn't predict if you tried. I practiced hot power yoga the day after chemo with a bald head, surrounded by my tribe. This is what yoga is, a place where we can turn things off and look inside ourselves, without judgment or ego but with vulnerability and humble love. I am 7 years cancer-free, a wife and a mother of two small children. I have faith and hope and yoga taught me that. My students and colleagues continually inspire and teach me so much about myself. This is what I hope to share with you - on and off the mat. Namaste. ⁠CONTACT ME⁠ I am continually honored to represent KiraGrace as a Warrior Ambassador. KiraGrace is a  leader in Yoga Clothing Apparel and all of their clothing is responsibly manufactured in the USA. I was chosen as a Brand Ambassador because of my leadership on and off of the mat, community involvement, and seva, or service. I continually try to exercise leadership through my commitment to the betterment of this community and my teachings of yoga. To check out this amazing company, please go to ⁠www.kiragrace.com⁠. SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    49 min

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Welcome to The Better Divorce Podcast. Paulette Rigo here to guide you through the storm of divorce into calmer waters. Whether you're contemplating divorce, in the thick of it or rebuilding post-divorce, we've got you covered. Each week, we tackle tough topics, share resilience stories, and offer practical advice to help you navigate with confidence. Remember, you're not alone and a brighter future awaits. Ready to turn a tough time into a time of growth? Then let's get started.

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