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Life, love and the law is the podcast brought to you by Stowe Family Law. After almost 70 episodes of Stowe talks, our podcast helping you through relationship breakdown, Life, love and the law is a new direction. This podcast series will bring you heartfelt and insightful conversations with experts in and around the family law field, including divorce coaches, domestic abuse consultants, financial advisers, mortgage brokers and much more.  Our host, Liza Gatrell, family lawyer at Stowe Family Law will welcome guests to open up the conversation around all things relationship breakdown. She'll be inviting our guests to share real stories that will help you feel less alone as you navigate some of life's toughest times. Getting the right advice is essential to minimising the stress and strain of divorce and family breakdown, so we'll still give the same great legal guidance and practical information on family processes that you expect from us.  Life, love and the law, the podcast will help you move through each stage of your journey knowing you've got someone in your corner, whatever your circumstances.

  1. The importance of health and fitness during divorce and separation

    2d ago

    The importance of health and fitness during divorce and separation

    🎙️The importance of health and fitness during divorce and separation🎙️ Life, love and the law, a podcast by Stowe Family Law When you’re going through a stressful life event, keeping up with your workout schedule, eating well, or even just getting outside for a walk can feel overwhelming. But it’s so important for your mental and physical wellbeing to include activity, movement and good nutrition in your day-to-day.  In this episode of Life, love and the law, Alana Ellis, personal trainer and nutritional coach, explains the value of exercise even when you really don’t feel like it. She talks about lowering the bar, not expecting too much of yourself, and taking small steps.  00:25 Introductions 01:55 The impact of stress on the body 03:21 Fight or flight vs rest and digest physical and emotional states 04:57 How important is sleep and how can you improve your sleep 08:22 Supplementing with magnesium and how it can help support good sleep 09:57 How can meditation support the nervous system? 11:53 What are the main obstacles for people when it comes to healthy food routines? 13:14 The impact of stress on relationships with food 14:36 What can replace food as an emotional coping mechanism? 15:28 Easy wins when it comes to health and fitness 16:50 The value of exercise in building up your energy bucket, not depleting it 18:20 Debunking the all or nothing mindset when it comes to exercise 23:45 Finding the motivation to exercise especially when you’re stressed 25:15 Lowering the barrier to entry with exercise  27:17 Divorce and separation to do list vs exercise and wellbeing 30:13 Top tip for health and fitness during divorce and separation Useful links Why emotional wellbeing matters during divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/why-emotional-well-being-matters-during-divorce-and-how-it-affects-legal-outcomes/  Looking after your mental health through divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-divorce/  The first steps to divorce https://youtu.be/p6ZWYK7zXN0?si=eh0aaj6K_r2nykE5  Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    31 min
  2. Is it normal to feel unsure even if your relationship looks good on paper?

    May 13

    Is it normal to feel unsure even if your relationship looks good on paper?

    🎙️Is it normal to feel unsure, even if the relationship looks good on paper? Navigating relationship uncertainty🎙️ We've all heard the phrase 'looks good on paper' - the relationship has everything you ever wanted, you've got the house, the kids, the date nights. But something doesn't feel right and you can't understand why. Is it normal to feel that uncertainty? Can you come back from it? And what happens if actually it's not that you can't fix things, it's more that you don't want to? In this episode, host and family lawyer Liza Gatrell welcomes Kate Nestor, a divorce coach with a combined role as Content Lead at Stowe, to discuss all things insecurity in relationships and understanding our emotions. 00:50 Introductions 02:24 What is a divorce coach? 03:25 Feeling unsure or unhappy in your relationship and taking initial advice 04:30 Expectations in relationships - the impact of modern life 08:35 Feeling uncomfortable in your relationship and the build of disconnection 09:55 How does uncertainty manifest mentally and physically 11:10 Facing your emotions head on 16:25 Are doubts and overthinking always a linear process ending in separation? 18:55 Pressure of expectations from others about your relationship 21:15 Our own expectations of how our partners should behave - the mental load 27:39 The importance of safe place to work through and listen to your emotions: emotional awareness 29:27 How a divorce coach or therapist can support through emotions and practicalities 32:10 Taking the first steps and building resilience 35:20 The tipping point from uncertainty into a decision 37:18 Top tip for the understanding a period of uncertainty Useful links How can you tell if your marriage is over? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/how-can-you-tell-if-your-marriage-is-over/ Reality TV to real life: why compatibility matters more than a 'spark' https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/reality-tv-to-real-life-why-compatibility-matters-more-than-the-spark/ When growing apart doesn't have to mean the end of your relationship https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/when-growing-apart-doesnt-have-to-be-the-end-of-your-relationship/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    39 min
  3. The first steps to divorce

    Jan 2

    The first steps to divorce

    Starting out on your divorce journey can be really overwhelming. It’s hard to know how or where to begin with the practical and legal aspects, let alone trying to navigate this through the huge range of emotions you’re feeling.  In this episode of Life, love and the law, a divorce day special, host and expert family lawyer Liza Gatrell is once again joined by firm favourites Tom Nash, aka Mr Divorce Coach, and Jodie Phelps, leading financial planner. They provide professional insight into taking the first few steps, answering the FAQs they get from clients on an almost daily basis.  00:25 Introductions from Jodie Phelps, financial adviser and Tom Nash, Mr Divorce Coach 01:18 How do you know when it’s time for a divorce? 03:01 I want to give my marriage another shot - what happens now? 05:00 Financial concerns at the beginning of divorce - am I going to be ok? 06:17 Understanding the basics of the matrimonial pot 09:27 The importance of the family home 15:19 Temporary finances and budgeting - understanding current habits and future prospects 20:19 Legal avenues if your ex won’t provide financial support during proceedings 21:23 Getting your team around you 22:46 What could you be doing if you feel that your relationship is on the rocks? 24:35 Is it always 50/50 in a divorce? 26:52 How can friends and family support you during divorce 29:35 What is a no-split divorce? Does living together apart work? 33:22 Approaching divorce in bitesized chunks and the circle of control 35:48 Expert insight into the very start of divorce process - messaging your ex, processing and ignoring hearsay 41:41 The role of the social media and TV in influencing our thoughts around divorce 44:36 AI and divorce vs speaking to a real person  45:25 The most common mistakes in divorce and how to overcome them Useful resources for getting started in your divorce journey... Download our in-depth handbook A Beginner’s Guide to Divorce 7 steps to an amicable divorce Using AI in your legal case What do I need to know when I start divorce proceedings? A beginner’s guide to divorce webinar Avoiding the top divorce mistakes  Find your local Stowe family lawyer If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials Instagram If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    48 min
  4. Surviving divorce and separation at Christmas

    12/12/2025

    Surviving divorce and separation at Christmas

    Christmas is one of the most important times of the year for many families. When you're dealing with divorce and separation, though, the pressure can easily mount up and there can be a tidal wave of emotion. Dealing with child arrangements over Christmas, making a new financial situation work around a festive budget and navigating loneliness are just some of the things divorcing or separating people take on. In this Christmas Special of Life, love and the Law, host and family lawyer Liza Gatrell welcomes back familiar faces from Stowe talks, Jodie Phelps, financial adviser, and Tom Nash, divorce coach to the podcast. Together, they discuss planning Christmas well before December, working through the tough times and the importance of presence over presents. 00:03 Family lawyer Liza Gatrell introduces Stowe Family Law’s new podcast Life, love and the law 00:40 Jodie Phelps and Tom Phelps introduce themselves 01:35 Why is Christmas such an important topic for divorcing couples? 04:43 Blended families at Christmas - experiencing contention and working through it 07:21 Financial challenges coming up to Christmas 08:30 Are gifts truly the most important thing for children? 09:03 Getting the children’s input on what’s important to them at Christmas 10:00 How do child arrangements work after divorce or separation? 11:10 Putting children in the centre not the middle of divorce and separation 13:23 Making new traditions around special occasions and reframing 17:57 Having the conversations about Christmas earlier in the year 19:40 Is it fair that the primary caregiver should have to split Christmas equally? 21:00 Making room for compromise 23.17 Understanding and navigating loneliness at Christmas 27:10 The social media highlight reel 28:45 Practical tips for budgeting at Christmas 31:02 Should you buy a gift for your ex partner? 33:03 Top tips for approaching your first Christmas after separation Useful resources to further support you through divorce and separation at Christmas Co-parenting at Christmas: tips for a peaceful holiday season https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/co-parenting-at-christmas-tips-for-a-peaceful-holiday-season/ Download Stowe’s parenting plan template https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=creating-a-parenting-plan  Going on holiday at Christmas after divorce or separation https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/going-on-holiday-at-christmas-after-divorce-or-separation/  How to embrace being single at Christmas https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/surviving-christmas-solo/?swpmtx=0e3c8d40138a1fd65651c4db809f0a67&swpmtxnonce=a124aac3ec  Tips for navigating Christmas alone from a divorce coach https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/tips-for-navigating-christmas-alone-from-a-divorce-coach/  How to manage the cost of Christmas crisis https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/how-to-manage-the-cost-of-christmas-crisis/  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    34 min
  5. Episode 68: Ask a family lawyer (2) - Live

    10/08/2025

    Episode 68: Ask a family lawyer (2) - Live

    You loved our first live episode, and there were so many questions that needed answering, we’ve done another one! In this live show, Liza is joined by Managing Partner Sebastian Burrows to answer all the family law questions you put to them. From finances, to the family home, to communicating with your ex, Liza and Seb provided guidance and information, using their extensive expertise. 01:10 How much does a divorce cost? 02:41 Starting out on the divorce process 03:40 What is mediation and why is it helpful? 06:45 What to do if you’re struggling to agree on what happens to the house 07:48 Ringfencing pre-marital assets and matrimonial vs non-matrimonial assets 12:05 Law around changing the locks on the family home 15:25 Adaptations to the property for disabilities  17:17 The importance of disclosing inheritance in financial proceedings  20:53 Managing an ex who you believe is hiding assets 23:45 The concept of percentages in dividing finances 27:28 How are children 16+ treated in the law? 30:25 How is debt treated in divorce? 33:05 Is there an end to spousal maintenance? 3715: Keeping your financial disclosure up-to-date 40:50 Spending inheritance during divorce proceedings 42:36 An explanation of Mesher Orders 47:00 Managing an uncooperative ex-partner 49:54 Housing needs for older children with ongoing medical needs 50:58 Paying your mortgage during divorce 51:31 Cohabitation disputes and financial disclosure View our upcoming events https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-talks/  Ask a family lawyer - Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBr19NPLgRs Cohabitation and separating as an unmarried couple https://youtu.be/L3HCXKdQz1g?si=21ODuz1ip6ea6EhQ What ‘needs’ and ‘sharing’ really mean https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/divorce-finances-explained-what-do-needs-and-sharing-really-mean/  Clean break v maintenance - what’s right for me https://youtu.be/0sIi22ST4uI  Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6  How to manage financial hearings in the Family Court https://youtu.be/pAhP_73DETY?si=7F8M3-uIXMne9Sri  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    54 min
  6. Episode 67: Should there be protection for unmarried couples living together?

    08/28/2025

    Episode 67: Should there be protection for unmarried couples living together?

    Matt and Liza discuss the problems around the lack of protection for unmarried couples living together. Cohabitation is the fastest growing family type and with this social change, there have been calls from family lawyers to review the law and help protect the financially vulnerable. But is this just inventing new laws for the sake of it? Can current marriage and divorce laws be adapted to better reflect society? 00:51 What are the problems with current cohabitation laws? 01:56 How property ownership works 04:47 Do unmarried couples have claims other than to property? 05:30 Why there are calls for cohabitation reform 07:39 Options for cohabitation reform 09:38 The importance of education around relationships and marriage 13:49 Role of prenuptial agreements  14:15 Social changes and the impact on marriage laws 16:25 How to educate people 17:50 Do the current laws reflect society? 18:45 The role of civil partnerships 19:25 Cohabitation laws providing a middle ground  20:29 Are cohabitation laws just renaming marriage? 21:32 Reforming marriage laws 22:10 The importance of protection for cohabitees Living together before marriage: the legal reality https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/living-together-before-marriage-the-legal-reality/ Legal Q&A: “My partner and I are buying a house together. How can I protect myself?” https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/legal-qa-my-partner-and-i-are-buying-a-house-together-how-can-i-protect-myself/ Buying a house as an unmarried couple https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hAGmZJSUsKh8fxEa508xV?si=54025b36c4bd4859 TOLATA claims https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/cohabitation-lawyers/tolata-claims/  What rights do cohabiting couples have? https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rzM1yDZkKeG9mfS6GZ02j?si=1cf8b74a2c5441ca  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    23 min
  7. Episode 66: Will living with a new partner affect my divorce?

    08/22/2025

    Episode 66: Will living with a new partner affect my divorce?

    Moving on after a break-up is rarely easy, but many individuals do go on to have new relationships after divorce or separation. But what happens if you want to move in with a new partner? Buying somewhere together, or either of you moving into an existing property can have knock-on effects. Matt and Liza discuss how having a new partner can impact your divorce, including your finances, child arrangements and ongoing communication with your ex. 00:54 How does moving in with a new partner impact a financial settlement? 02:10 When the court will take a new partner into consideration 02:57 Exceptions to the rule 03:23 New partners and ongoing maintenance claims with your ex-spouse 05:09 Does a new partner have to provide financial disclosure?  07:00 Housing needs and mortgage capacity post-divorce 08:03  Supporting a new partner’s children 10:19 Impact on child arrangements of moving in with a new partner 12:10 What to do if you have safety concerns  13:23 Your ongoing relationship with your ex spouse 14:27 Communicating with your ex If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

    17 min
  8. Episode 65: Navigating divorce after coming out

    08/20/2025

    Episode 65: Navigating divorce after coming out

    In this episode of Stowe talks, Matt and Liza welcome back Tom Nash aka Mr Divorce Coach for a fascinating chat about how to manage a heterosexual divorce when one partner has come out. Tom explores having the conversation, letting people in, what to do about children and potential responses from the other spouse. 02:15 Common reasons people come out later in life 06:06 The impact of suppressing who you are  09:52 Reactions and emotions experienced by the other spouse  12:07 What preparation can you do before having the conversation 15:31 Coming out to your ex if you’ve already separated 18:30 How to talk to children about sexuality and divorce 21:39 What happens if your ex doesn’t want you to tell the children 27:55 Things to avoid in this process 29:29 Top tips from Tom Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6 Handling the judgment of others during your divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/handling-the-judgement-of-others-during-your-divorce/ Challenges of relationship break down in the LGBTQIA+ community https://open.spotify.com/episode/3busTeSBgvOIhgGKmmDw8f?si=4WFrBCE4QYmZddx6vTumdA  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2  Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN  🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE  🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG  Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one  🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

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Life, love and the law is the podcast brought to you by Stowe Family Law. After almost 70 episodes of Stowe talks, our podcast helping you through relationship breakdown, Life, love and the law is a new direction. This podcast series will bring you heartfelt and insightful conversations with experts in and around the family law field, including divorce coaches, domestic abuse consultants, financial advisers, mortgage brokers and much more.  Our host, Liza Gatrell, family lawyer at Stowe Family Law will welcome guests to open up the conversation around all things relationship breakdown. She'll be inviting our guests to share real stories that will help you feel less alone as you navigate some of life's toughest times. Getting the right advice is essential to minimising the stress and strain of divorce and family breakdown, so we'll still give the same great legal guidance and practical information on family processes that you expect from us.  Life, love and the law, the podcast will help you move through each stage of your journey knowing you've got someone in your corner, whatever your circumstances.

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  • Creator
    Stowe Family Law
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
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    © 2026 Life, love and the law
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