Better Divorce Podcast

Paulette Rigo

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 episode, 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. Jul 14

    Ep. 16 Donna Kendrick: Get Organized, Make Better Financial Decisions

    Summary: In this episode, Donna Jean Kendrick shares her heartfelt journey from personal tragedy to becoming a financial planning expert specializing in supporting individuals through divorce and widowhood. Discover practical tools, insights on asset management, and emotional resilience strategies to navigate life's transitions with confidence. Key Topics: Donna Kendrick's personal journey from loss to financial expert.The importance of financial organization during divorce.How to assess and manage assets and debts in divorce.Emotional resilience and mental health in life transitions.The role of a financial planner and questions to ask.Using the Divorce Money Map for control and clarity.Strategies for managing risk tolerance and investments.The parallel between grief in death and divorce.Legal and financial considerations in divorce and widowhood. About Donna: Donna Jean Kendrick discovered her husband Greg had passed away suddenly in 2013 and found herself navigating widowhood with three young children. After settling into their new normal she went back to school to become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner and made it her mission to support families in transition. She co-hosts the Widow, Wisdom and Wealth Podcast and is the author of the Life Stages Financial Guides series. Donna, along with her blended family of six kids, raise funds for causes such as Safe Harbor, a grief counseling program for children Resources: Donna Jean Kendrick - Official Website - https://donnajeankendrick.com The Divorce Money Map (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/Divorce-Money-Map-Donna-Kendrick/dp/XXXXXX Certified Financial Planner (CFP) - https://www.cfp.net AnnualCreditReport.com - https://www.annualcreditreport.com SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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... #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 16 Donna Kendrick: Get Organized, Make Better Financial Decisions
  2. Jul 1

    Ep. 15 Gabriella Pomare: Navigating Communication in Relationships

    Summary: In this conversation, Paulette Rigo and Gabriella Pomare explore the evolving dynamics of modern relationships, focusing on the signs of relationship breakdown, the concept of 'quiet quitting', and the importance of emotional connection. They discuss how couples can navigate their independence and interdependence, the dangers of outsourcing emotional needs, and the challenges of ambivalence in relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the need for open communication and the recognition of red flags that indicate deeper issues within partnerships. In this conversation, Gabriella Pomare and Paulette Rigo delve into the complexities of relationships, emphasizing the critical role of communication, the impact of relationship dynamics on children, and the importance of maintaining one's identity amidst various roles. They discuss the consequences of poor communication, the necessity of creating safe spaces for honest conversations, and the significance of rebuilding friendship and connection in marriage. The dialogue highlights the need for proactive measures in addressing relationship issues and the value of seeking professional help when needed. About Gabriella: Gabriella Pomare is a family lawyer, speaker, award-winning author of The Collaborative Co-Parent, host of the Before It Breaks podcast, and global thought leader specializing in modern relationships, co-parenting, and family dynamics. A sought-after media commentator featured across major U.S. and Australian networks – including NBC News, TODAY, The Morning Show and Good Day New York – Gabriella frequently speaks on modern relationships, healthy separation, co-parenting, and the evolving pressures facing women balancing motherhood, work, and identity. She lives in Sydney, Australia. Resources: Before It Breaks with Gabriella Pomare: a podcast about marriage, motherhood, divorce, co-parenting and the emotional load no one sees until everything starts to fracture. (https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au/podcast) The Collaborative Co-Parent, is an internationally recognized guide to modern, child-focused co-parenting. (https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au/the-book-1) The Collaborative Co-Parent self-paced workbooks: practical, guided programs to help co-parents communicate calmly, reduce conflict and create emotional safety for their children after separation. (https://gabriellapomare.com/workbooks) SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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...#divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 15 Gabriella Pomare: Navigating Communication in Relationships
  3. Jun 15

    Ep. 14 Jason Wright: Families Navigating Divorce and Custody Need Education Before Action

    Summary: In this episode, Jason Wright, an experienced family law attorney, shares insights on navigating divorce, custody disputes, and the importance of informed decision-making. Learn how misconceptions, social media, and emotional reactions can impact legal outcomes and how to approach family law with clarity and strategy. About Jason Wright: Jason Wright, an award-winning Austin family law attorney and the founder of The Law Office of Jason Wright. Licensed since 2012, Jason focuses on complex divorce, custody disputes, and property division. He's known as the lawyer who "tells it like it is," often reminding clients that fairness isn't how family law works — instead, he helps families understand the legal rules, the tradeoffs involved, and the long-term consequences of their decisions. Jason has been recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, and has served on the Board of Directors for Volunteer Legal Services of Travis County. Key Topics: Common misconceptions about divorce and custody.The impact of social media and electronic evidence.The importance of legal boundaries and emotional managementDifferences between community property and equitable division..The role of judges and county-specific laws in family court.Strategies for effective mediation and conflict resolution.The influence of age and developmental stages on custody decisions.Mistakes to avoid during divorce proceedings. SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdbWEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services: https://betterdivorceacademy.com/SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademyBuy 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...#divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 14 Jason Wright: Families Navigating Divorce and Custody Need Education Before Action
  4. Jun 5

    Ep. 13 Ashley Jablow: Nothing is wasted, it's never too late to design your life for meaning and authenticity.

    Summary: In this inspiring conversation, Ashley Jablow shares her journey of reinvention after unexpected life changes, emphasizing the power of conscious life design, reflection, and creative practices to rebuild authentically after divorce or loss. About Ashley: Ashley Jablow (Jab-lo, pronouns: she/her) is the founder of Wayfinders Collective and creator of Life Design School, a creative studio for people in career and life transition. A seasoned facilitator, speaker, coach, and design strategist, Ashley blends design thinking and innovation, emotional intelligence, and creative tools to spark clarity and action for teams and individuals navigating change. She's also the artist and author of 100 Days of Designing My Life, a guided journal series for reflection and reinvention, and the creator of "The Little Deck of Sweet Reflections", an intuitive card deck to inspire your creativity, connect with your inner wisdom, and reflect on who you are becoming. Key Topics: Conscious life rebuilding after lossThe four steps of life design: discovery, define, imagine, iterateUsing art and journaling as reflection toolsThe importance of patience and self-trust in reinventionSIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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... #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 13 Ashley Jablow: Nothing is wasted, it's never too late to design your life for meaning and authenticity.
  5. May 7

    Ep. 12 Erica Komisar: The Ultimate Guide to Parenting Through Divorce

    Summary: In this insightful interview, Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and author, shares expert advice on parenting during and after divorce, emphasizing attachment security, emotional intelligence, and healthy co-parenting strategies. Discover practical tips and psychological insights to support children and parents through the challenges of divorce. About Erica: Erica Komisar is the author of Being There, which won a Family Choice Award for best parenting book, and Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling. Her newest book is The Parent's Guide to Divorce. She has been in private practice since 1990. A contributing editor for the Institute for Family Studies, Erica hasn been featured on Good Morning America, Fox and Friends, featured in People Magazine and more. She lives in Manhattan, New York. Key Topics: Attachment security in early childhood.Impact of divorce on children's mental health.Effective co-parenting strategies.The importance of emotional regulation in parents.Preventing trauma and fostering resilience in children.SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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... #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 12 Erica Komisar: The Ultimate Guide to Parenting Through Divorce
  6. Apr 14

    Ep. 10 Ron Platt: Revolutionizing Divorce Support: The NASDF Approach

    Summary: In this episode, Paulette Rigo interviews Ron Platt about the innovative resources and insurance solutions provided by the National Association of Single and Divorced Families (NASDF). They discuss how NASDF aims to support divorced and single families through advocacy, mental health services, financial tools, and a groundbreaking insurance product that guarantees child and spousal support payments. Key Topics: NASDF's mission and advocacy efforts.Support insurance product for child and spousal support.Resources for mental health, career, and housing.The importance of community and support networks.Legal and procedural aspects of divorce.About Ron: A serial entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience across insurance, real estate, and social advocacy, Ronald has built a career defined by innovation and impact. But it’s his personal experience, both as a foster parent and advocate for families in crisis that shaped his true mission: to reform the systems that fail single-parent and divorced households. This passion led to the creation of NASDF (National Association for Single and Divorced Families), a first-of-its-kind membership organization offering an umbrella of products, services, support and resources to support families nationwide. He's also responsible for creating and launching the only divorce insurance product on the market called Support Insured, which guarantees the continuation of child support and alimony payments should the payor die, become disabled, involuntarily unemployed or declares a business bankruptcy. This is a game changer for the divorce community. Resources: SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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/bdb 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... #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 10 Ron Platt: Revolutionizing Divorce Support: The NASDF Approach
  7. Mar 26

    Ep. 09 Kim Costa: Divorce & Moving: Navigating Life’s Biggest Stressors

    Summary: In this episode, Paulette Rigo and Kim Costa discuss navigating the complexities of home decisions during divorce, introducing the Wheelhouse Method to help individuals reinvent themselves and their living spaces post-divorce. Key Topics: The Wheelhouse Method for life changeDeciding whether to stay, go, or renovate your home during divorceThe importance of self-study and self-awareness in post-divorce reinventionTakeaways: The Wheel of Life helps identify areas of imbalance in life and homeSelf-awareness is crucial for making empowered decisions during divorceCreating a home that reflects your authentic self can aid in healing and reinventionAbout Kim: Kim Costa is a Top 5% Realtor® with Sotheby's International Realty and creator of The Wheel House Method. This lifestyle-based approach helps people align their homes with their lives during major transitions. Kim specializes in guiding clients through pivotal life changes like divorce, helping them make confident, intentional decisions about their living spaces. She's also a host on American Dream TV and the Live in Your Wheel House podcast, where she explores how our homes can support us through life's biggest shifts. Kim's book, Live In Your Wheel House: An Empowering Guide to Stay, Go or Reno, is debuting in March of this year. Resources: SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdb 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... #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

    Ep. 09 Kim Costa: Divorce & Moving: Navigating Life’s Biggest Stressors
5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

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 episode, 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.