Single Parent Success Stories

Irina Shehovsov
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A podcast that celebrates the accomplishments, challenges, and breakthroughs of single parents as well as interviewing experts to help navigate the post divorce journey. Ranging from a former struggling to make ends meet single mom turned high performance coach to fast paced executive with 4 near death experiences turned the lover of life to an inspirational multi passionate personal coach for businesses, Single Parent Success Stories gets granular about sharing authentic stories: who these women and men are, how they did it, and where they are headed.

  1. How Chronic Stress Affects Your Health: Healing Emotional Pain and Childhood Trauma

    6d ago

    How Chronic Stress Affects Your Health: Healing Emotional Pain and Childhood Trauma

    Can chronic stress and unresolved emotional pain affect your physical health? In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov sits down with Deepak Chari, engineer, certified biofeedback specialist, and co-founder of the Chari Center of Health, to explore the powerful connection between chronic stress, childhood trauma, emotional healing, and long-term health. Deepak shares the deeply personal story of losing his father to a heart attack at just 51 years old after years of living with chronic workplace stress. Growing up in a single-parent household after his father's sudden passing shaped his understanding of resilience, emotional well-being, and the importance of addressing unresolved stress before it impacts our health. Together, they discuss how childhood experiences, bullying, grief, anxiety, and suppressed emotions can influence our lives for decades—and why emotional healing is essential for both parents and children. In this episode, you'll discover: How chronic stress affects your physical and emotional health The connection between childhood trauma and adult well-being Why unresolved emotions don't simply disappear The impact of grief, bullying, and emotional suppression Practical strategies for managing stress and regulating your nervous system A simple breathing technique to reduce anxiety and emotional overwhelm Advice for single parents raising emotionally resilient children How healing yourself can help break generational patterns Whether you're navigating life after loss, raising children on your own, recovering from childhood trauma, or simply looking for healthier ways to manage stress, this conversation offers hope, practical tools, and encouragement for your healing journey. Guest: Deepak Chari Connect with Deepak: https://www.fastanxietyhelp.com Join Reclaim Your Life Book Launch Support Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook 🌐 https://www.irinashehovsov.com 📚 Explore Irina's books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks 🔗 All Links: https://linktr.ee/irina089 _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    34 min
  2. What Children of Divorce Wish Parents Knew | Jennifer Pilates

    Jun 21

    What Children of Divorce Wish Parents Knew | Jennifer Pilates

    What is it like growing up between divorced parents? Jennifer Pilates shares her experience as a child caught in the middle of divorce, the lasting impact of parental conflict, and the lessons she wishes more parents understood. Together, we explore childhood resilience, emotional healing, co-parenting, nervous system regulation, and what children carry into adulthood when family relationships become complicated. This episode is for single parents, co-parents, adult children of divorce, and anyone committed to breaking unhealthy family patterns and creating a healthier future for the next generation. 🔗 Connect With Jennifer Pilates: Website: http://jenniferpilates.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferpilates/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferpilates/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.pilates.1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkhV033DQEauG2X9AKs7mLA 📖 Explore Irina’s books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks ☕ Support this podcast: https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov 🔔 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@happinessacademy_ #ChildrenOfDivorce #DivorceAndChildren #CoParenting #SingleParentSupport #ParentingAfterDivorce #ChildhoodTrauma #EmotionalHealing #AdultChildrenOfDivorce #Resilience #SingleParentSuccessStories _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    29 min
  3. Financial Shame, Money Beliefs & Healing Your Relationship with Money | Jennifer Edwards

    Jun 14

    Financial Shame, Money Beliefs & Healing Your Relationship with Money | Jennifer Edwards

    Many people believe they're bad with money. They think they lack discipline, make poor decisions, or simply aren't good at managing finances. But what if the real problem isn't money at all? In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, financial therapist and Certified Financial Planner Jennifer Edwards explores the deeper emotional and psychological factors that shape our relationship with money. From financial shame and limiting beliefs to nervous system regulation and childhood experiences, Jennifer explains why so many people feel stuck financially—and how to begin creating lasting change. Together, we discuss how subconscious money beliefs influence financial behavior, why stress can sabotage financial decisions, and practical tools for rebuilding financial confidence with compassion instead of self-criticism. Whether you're a single parent navigating financial pressure, recovering from a major life transition, or simply looking to improve your relationship with money, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical steps toward greater financial wellness. In This Episode: • Why financial shame develops and how to overcome it • The connection between money mindset and financial behavior • How childhood experiences shape money beliefs • Why nervous system regulation matters for financial decisions • Common limiting beliefs that keep people financially stuck • A powerful exercise to uncover subconscious money patterns • Practical ways to build financial confidence and self-trust About Jennifer Edwards Jennifer Edwards is a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Financial Therapist who helps individuals understand the emotional, relational, and behavioral forces shaping their financial lives. Through her Seven-Layer Financial Wellness Framework, she empowers people to move beyond shame and build healthier, more confident relationships with money. Connect with Jennifer: Website: https://www.breakthroughfinancialwellness.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-edwards-cfp/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btfinancialwellness/ If this episode resonates with you, please follow, rate, and share Single Parent Success Stories to help more parents discover hope, resilience, and practical tools for rebuilding life after major transitions. 📖 Explore Irina’s books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks ☕ Support this podcast: https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov #MoneyMindset #FinancialShame #FinancialWellness #PersonalFinance #FinancialTherapy #MoneyBeliefs #FinancialConfidence #SingleParentSuccessStories #FinancialAnxiety #relationshipwithmoney _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    32 min
  4. Ending a Marriage Without Destroying Your Family with Manisha Patelwith Manisha Patel

    Jun 5

    Ending a Marriage Without Destroying Your Family with Manisha Patelwith Manisha Patel

    Divorce is one of life's most difficult transitions—but it doesn't have to destroy your family. In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov sits down with family law attorney and collaborative divorce professional Manisha Patel to discuss a different approach to separation—one that prioritizes children, reduces conflict, and helps families move forward with greater peace and stability. Manisha explains how collaborative divorce and mediation can provide alternatives to costly courtroom battles, why children should never be placed in the middle of parental conflict, and how parents can make decisions that support their family's long-term wellbeing. Whether you're considering divorce, navigating separation, dealing with custody concerns, or looking for healthier ways to move through a family transition, this conversation offers practical guidance, emotional reassurance, and hope. In this episode, you'll learn: • What collaborative divorce is and how it differs from litigation • Why protecting children emotionally should be every parent's top priority • Common mistakes parents make during separation • How divorce impacts children long after the legal process ends • The benefits of mediation and alternative dispute resolution • Why divorce doesn't end your parenting relationship • How to reduce stress, conflict, and unnecessary trauma • Practical steps for creating a more peaceful path forward Manisha also shares insights from her upcoming book, End Your Marriage Peacefully, and explains why understanding your options can help families make more informed decisions during one of life's most challenging seasons. If you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or worried about the future, this episode is a reminder that there is another way—and that even difficult endings can become the foundation for healthier new beginnings. #DivorceSupport #CollaborativeDivorce #SingleParentSuccessStories #DivorceRecovery #CoParenting #FamilyLaw #ParentingAfterDivorce #Resilience #podmatch #singleparents 🔗 Connect With Manisha Patel: https://www.lawofficeofmpp.com 📖 Explore Irina’s books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks ☕ Support the podcast https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    33 min
  5. The Hidden Problem Nobody Solves During Divorce | Support for Single Parents & Families

    May 24

    The Hidden Problem Nobody Solves During Divorce | Support for Single Parents & Families

    Divorce changes more than relationships. It changes finances, parenting, emotional stability, and the support systems families depend on. In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Ron Platt discusses the hidden challenges many single and divorced parents face — including financial stress, emotional overwhelm, lack of support, and rebuilding life during major transitions. Ron shares: • why many divorced parents feel isolated • the practical realities of single parenting • foster parenting and supporting children through trauma • rebuilding trust and family stability • why support systems matter after separation • the mission behind NASDF • resources available for divorced and single-parent families • child support protection and financial support solutions This conversation explores the often-overlooked reality of rebuilding life after divorce and why families need stronger emotional, financial, and community support during difficult transitions. Topics include: divorce recovery, single parenting, child support, co-parenting, foster parenting, emotional resilience, family support systems, and rebuilding after separation. 🔗 Connect With Ron Platt https://www.nasdf.org/ ☕ Support the podcast https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina #podmatch #singleparents

    38 min
  6. You Are Enough — Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Single Parent

    May 8

    You Are Enough — Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Single Parent

    Feeling like you’re not enough as a single parent? You’re not alone. In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, we explore one of the most common but unspoken struggles in single parenting—self-doubt. The feeling that no matter how much you do, it still doesn’t feel like enough. If you’re navigating life after divorce, separation, or an unexpected change, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. We talk about what’s really behind those thoughts, how overwhelm and pressure shape your self-perception, and how to begin rebuilding confidence from the inside out. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why so many single parents struggle with self-doubt • How to stop feeling like you’re not doing enough • Practical ways to rebuild confidence and self-trust • How to manage emotional overwhelm as a single mom or dad • Why presence matters more than perfection in parenting • How to support your child emotionally—even during difficult seasons This episode is for single moms and single dads who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of themselves—and want to feel more grounded, confident, and capable again. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You’re already doing more than you think. Connect with Pat: LI – https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathankin/ Website: https://pathankin.com/ The Field Guide for Single Parents: https://amzn.to/4uwoYsn ☕ Support the podcast https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov If this episode resonates, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with someone who might need this reminder today. single parent advice, single parenting, single mom life, single dad support, self-doubt, feeling not enough, parenting after divorce, emotional resilience, overwhelmed parent, rebuilding confidence, single parent support, mental health for parents _____________________________ ↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina #podmatch #singleparents

    37 min
  7. What Happens When It’s All On You as a Single Parent

    Apr 30

    What Happens When It’s All On You as a Single Parent

    Single parenting changes everything. In this episode, Deb Drummond shares what it really looks like to rebuild your life when everything falls on you—financially, emotionally, and practically. From navigating divorce and raising two children to managing the constant pressure of doing it all alone, Deb opens up about the reality behind resilience. Not the polished version—but the day-to-day weight most people don’t see. We talk about what happens when responsibilities start to pile up, how quickly life can feel overwhelming, and why that pressure can also become a turning point. This conversation is honest, grounded, and deeply relatable for anyone who has found themselves carrying more than they ever expected. If you’ve ever felt like everything depends on you… this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that rebuilding is possible. Connect with Deb: LI – https://www.linkedin.com/in/DebDrummond/ FB – https://www.facebook.com/deborahldrummond/ IG – https://www.instagram.com/debdrummond_official YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/⁨@debdrummond9019⁩ Website: https://debdrummond.com 📖 The Gift Inside Book https://www.irinashehovsov.com/thegiftinside1 ☕ Support the podcast https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov ________________________________ ↗️ Join Podmatch to find guests for your podcast or become a guest on other people’s podcasts (affiliate link): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    34 min
  8. How to Find Yourself Again After a Breakup or Divorce

    Apr 20

    How to Find Yourself Again After a Breakup or Divorce

    When your life changes in ways you didn’t expect… it’s not just your circumstances that shift — it’s your sense of who you are. And finding your way back to yourself isn’t always clear… or immediate. In this episode of Reclaim Your Life, Ivana Care shares her journey through loss, identity change, and what it really looks like to start over when life no longer feels familiar. She didn’t have certainty. She didn’t have a clear path. She just knew something had to change. And what unfolded after that moment… reshaped everything. This conversation explores what it means to rebuild your life from the inside out — to navigate the uncertainty, reconnect with yourself, and begin again even when you don’t feel ready. If you’ve been feeling lost… If you’re questioning who you are now… If part of you knows something needs to shift, but you’re not sure how… This episode will meet you there. In this episode, you’ll learn: • What identity loss really feels like after major life transitions • Why starting over is more emotional than practical • How to navigate uncertainty when there’s no clear plan • The role of self-trust in rebuilding your life • How small inner shifts lead to meaningful external change • What it means to reconnect with yourself after everything changes This episode is a reminder that you don’t need all the answers to begin again. Sometimes, the willingness to listen to yourself… is where everything starts. 🤍 Reconnect With You If this episode feels close to home — if you’ve been carrying this quietly and trying to figure it out on your own — you don’t have to. Book a free clarity call: https://calendly.com/coachirina/clarity Learn more: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/ 🔗 Connect with Ivana Care: Website: https://www.ivanacare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivana_carecoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IvanaCare-Coach About Single Parent Success Stories Single Parent Success Stories shares real stories of navigating life after divorce, emotional hardship, and major transitions — and what becomes possible when you begin again. ☕ Support the podcast: https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov ↗️ Join Podmatch to find guests or become a guest on other podcasts: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina

    45 min
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A podcast that celebrates the accomplishments, challenges, and breakthroughs of single parents as well as interviewing experts to help navigate the post divorce journey. Ranging from a former struggling to make ends meet single mom turned high performance coach to fast paced executive with 4 near death experiences turned the lover of life to an inspirational multi passionate personal coach for businesses, Single Parent Success Stories gets granular about sharing authentic stories: who these women and men are, how they did it, and where they are headed.

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