It started with "I do" and ended with "It's over".

I sit down with Sarah Catherall, journalist and author of "How to Break Up Well: Surviving and Thriving After Separation" to talk about her "Chapter 2" and life after separation and divorce. Sarah shares her experiences of navigating the end of her marriage, raising her children, and creating a fulfilling new chapter in her life.

Key Takeaways:

The Reality of Separation:

• Sarah discusses the moment her marriage ended and how she coped with the unexpected changes. She reflects on how the pressures of parenting, work, and life contributed to the breakdown of her relationship.

Talking to Children About Divorce:

• Practical advice on preparing for and having the conversation with children about separation.

Rebuilding After Divorce:

• Tips for maintaining connections with extended family and finding new ways to co-parent effectively.

Dating and Repartnering:

• Sarah reflects on her early dating missteps after divorce and what she learned about introducing a new partner to her children.
• Advice for taking it slow and respecting your children’s feelings during this transition.

Can you Break Up Well? Absolutely you can!

Resources Mentioned:
Sarah Catherall’s Book: How to Break Up Well: Surviving and Thriving After Separation. Buy in Australia Here. Buy in New Zealand Here.

How to Tell Your Kids You Are Separating Buy Here.

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Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub.

Host: Nikki Parkinson

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