Better Divorce Podcast

When Your Child Starts Turning Against You After Divorce, the emotional pain can be devastating. You may find yourself wondering why a child who once loved spending time with you suddenly refuses to visit, pulls away, or seems to believe everything negative they hear about you. Could this be parental alienation? In this episode of The Better Divorce Podcast, host Paulette Rigo sits down with Dr. Lynn Steinberg, a family therapist with more than 50 years of experience working with children and families, to explore parental alienation after divorce, its warning signs, and the lasting impact it can have on parent-child relationships. Parental alienation is a complex and deeply painful issue, particularly in high-conflict divorce situations. Dr. Steinberg explains how children can become caught in loyalty conflicts, how one parent may influence a child's relationship with the other parent, and why early intervention matters. The conversation also explores the difference between ordinary parent-child conflict and more serious patterns of rejection, emphasizing the importance of understanding what a child is experiencing before jumping to conclusions. Whether you are a parent experiencing rejection from your child, navigating a high-conflict divorce, or trying to protect your children's emotional well-being, this conversation offers important insights into recognizing concerning patterns and finding appropriate professional support. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER • Early warning signs of parental alienation after divorce and how children may begin carrying adult conflict. • Why some children suddenly reject a parent they once loved. • How loyalty conflicts can make children feel they must choose between Mom and Dad. • The difference between normal post-divorce adjustments and more serious parent-child relationship ruptures. • How manipulation, negative comments, and emotional pressure can affect a child's relationship with a parent. • Why documentation and recognizing behavioral patterns can matter in high-conflict divorce cases. • Why specialized training in parental alienation may be important when choosing a family therapist. • How parents can respond with patience, empathy, and emotional availability when a child begins pulling away. • The importance of appropriate professional assessment, family intervention, and informed legal support. • Practical considerations for protecting your relationship with your children throughout and after divorce. ABOUT DR. LYNN STEINBERG Dr. Lynn Steinberg is a family therapist with more than five decades of experience working with children and families. Her professional work includes consultation, assessment, and intervention planning in cases involving high-conflict divorce and disrupted parent-child relationships. She is also the author of You're Not Crazy, which addresses the experiences of parents affected by parental alienation. Website: https://linsteinberg.com ABOUT THE BETTER DIVORCE PODCAST The Better Divorce Podcast, hosted by Paulette Rigo, explores the emotional, practical, and family challenges of divorce. Through expert conversations and real-world insights, the podcast helps parents navigate divorce with greater clarity, less conflict, and a stronger focus on their children's well-being. EXPLORE BETTER DIVORCE ACADEMY Website: https://betterdivorceacademy.com Discover resources and support to help you navigate divorce with more confidence, clarity, and a healthier path forward. If this episode resonates with you, share it with a parent who may need to hear this conversation. Subscribe to The Better Divorce Podcast for more expert insights on high-conflict divorce, co-parenting, family relationships, and building a better future after divorce. #ParentalAlienation #HighConflictDivorce #BetterDivorce

You can know that leaving your marriage was the right decision and still feel heartbroken. ❤️ But why does divorce still hurt, even when you know it was necessary? Divorce is more than the end of a marriage. It's the loss of the future you imagined, the identity you built, and the life you thought you would have. In this episode of The Better Divorce Podcast, host Pette Rigo welcomes Chel Cartmill, Next Chapter Transition Specialist and Certified Trauma-Informed Master Coach, for an honest conversation about divorce grief, emotional healing, betrayal, and rebuilding your life after a difficult relationship. Together, they explore why divorce can feel like a death, why healing doesn't follow a predictable timeline, and how to process difficult emotions without rushing yourself to move on. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Why divorce can feel like losing someone to death. What ambiguous loss means and why it makes moving on difficult. Why you can miss someone even when leaving was the right decision. How to process grief without judging yourself. Why staying busy can prevent emotional healing. How journaling, breathwork, yoga, and somatic practices support emotional recovery. How to reconnect with your intuition and rebuild self-trust after betrayal. Why you don't need closure from your ex to move forward. How to rediscover your identity and create a fulfilling next chapter. ABOUT THE GUEST: CHEL CARTMILL Chel Cartmill is a Next Chapter Transition Specialist and Certified Trauma-Informed Master Coach who has been helping people navigate divorce, grief, broken relationships, and major life transitions since 2007. She shares practical insights on emotional regulation, breathwork, embodiment, self-trust, and learning to move forward after painful life experiences. ABOUT BETTER DIVORCE ACADEMY Better Divorce Academy provides compassionate guidance, divorce coaching, preparation, and resources to help individuals navigate divorce with greater clarity, confidence, and informed decisions. Explore Better Divorce Academy: https://betterdivorceacademy.com JOIN THE CONVERSATION Have you ever felt that leaving a relationship was the right decision, but emotionally, you were still grieving? Share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe to The Better Divorce Podcast for more conversations about divorce recovery, emotional healing, healthy relationships, and building a better next chapter. #DivorceGrief #DivorceRecovery #HealingAfterDivorce #LifeAfterDivorce #EmotionalHealing #BetterDivorceAcademy #DivorceSupport #StartingOverAfterDivorce #DivorceHealing #MovingOnAfterDivorce

What if the key to finding clarity in your life is learning to trust yourself again? 💜After major life changes like divorce, it can be difficult to reconnect with who you are, understand what you truly want, and feel confident in your decisions.In this episode of the Better Divorce Podcast, Plet Rigo, founder of Better Divorce Academy, talks with Cindy Anderson, also known as Seer, founder of Soul Epiphany. Together, they explore intuition, spiritual guidance, self-trust, and how challenging life experiences can become opportunities for personal growth.Cindy shares her perspective on connecting with your inner guidance, becoming more mindful, and finding grounding in everyday life. Whether you're navigating divorce, rebuilding your identity, or simply looking for more clarity, this conversation offers ideas to help you reconnect with yourself.✨ IN THIS EPISODE:- How to rebuild self-trust when life feels uncertain- The connection between intuition and confident decision-making- How to reconnect with yourself after divorce- Ways to find grounding through mindfulness and nature- How to view difficult experiences as opportunities for growthRemember, your journey is your own. You can explore guidance and new perspectives while still taking responsibility for your choices.💜 EXPLORE BETTER DIVORCE ACADEMY RESOURCESSIGN UP FOR THE BETTER DIVORCE BLUEPRINT PROGRAM:https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdbBETTER DIVORCE ACADEMYCertified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services:https://betterdivorceacademy.com/BUY THE BETTER DIVORCE BLUEPRINT BOOK & WORKBOOK:https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/RESOURCES, BOOK, WORKBOOK & AUDIOBOOK:https://betterdivorceacademy.com/resources/SOCIAL MEDIA:https://bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy#divorce #selftrust #intuition #personalgrowth #divorcerecovery #selfdiscovery #spiritualgrowth #emotionalhealing #divorcejourney #betterdivorceacademy

Summary: In this episode, Paulette Rigo interviews Betsy Pake about the emotional and decision-making aspects of divorce, introducing her Navigate Method to help women gain clarity and confidence before making life-changing choices. About Betsy: Betsy Pake is a certified master coach, speaker, and writer. For over 12 years, helping women uproot unconscious patterns, expand their potential, and design change has devotedly been her mission. And in working with a breadth of women from all walks of life, she found herself and her clients facing many of the same challenges, grappling with “the big questions” that come with nuanced marriage dynamics. Her commitment to digging deep and going inward alongside her clients has earned her a skillset that only experience can buy, and she uses it to help women live better, brighter, and bigger. Armed with a career full of insights and her own lived experience, Betsy developed a world class resource widely applicable and wildly helpful to women in need of a new pathway in (or out of) their marriage: the Navigate Method. [divorce, identity, rebuilding, mindset, body, positivity, resilience, women, self-discovery, personal growth] 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...

Summary: In this episode, Paulette Rigo interviews Sass Schaefer about rebuilding identity after major life disruptions like divorce. They explore the importance of starting with the body, embracing beginner's mindset, and practical steps for recovery and growth. Key topics: The importance of starting with the physical body in rebuilding identity Embracing the beginner's mindset after life disruptions Practical daily actions to foster positivity and self-confidence The connection between body, breath, and mindset The power of small, consistent reps in personal growth How highly successful women often hide their struggles behind a facade The significance of posture and breath in emotional regulation The concept of positivity as a discipline, not a personality trait The importance of letting go of attachment to specific outcomes Building a new identity without needing to have everything figured out About Sass: Sass is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and MBA who's spent her career helping women rebuild their identity after major life disruption. She's the creator of Baddie Rebuild, an identity coaching program for women who've lost themselves somewhere between the divorce, the diagnosis, the move, or the moment everything changed — built on three pillars: physical foundation, mindset and identity, and relationships and expression. She's also the founder of Team Positive™, an athletic lifestyle brand built on the belief that positivity is a discipline, not a personality trait. With a background in stand-up comedy and Golden Gloves boxing, Sass brings humor, grit, and zero fluff to the identity work she does with clients. [divorce, identity, rebuilding, mindset, body, positivity, resilience, women, self-discovery, personal growth] 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...