203. How to Rebuild Your Identity and Career After Divorce with Heather Nemelka

What happens when life forces you to start over—especially as a mother? In this episode of Find the Joy with Jenn, I sit down with Heather Nemelka, founder of Elavare, to talk about rebuilding confidence, rediscovering identity, and re-entering the workforce after major life transitions like divorce. Heather shares her personal journey, including how her own experiences shaped her passion for helping mothers step back into meaningful work with clarity and confidence. We talk about the emotional roadblocks so many women face after divorce, why “progress over perfection” matters, and the powerful strengths mothers often underestimate in themselves. You’ll also hear how Elavare supports women at every stage—through mentorship, practical tools, and the Elavare Foundation, a nonprofit providing scholarships and access to resources for single moms and underserved women. We close the conversation with a question I ask every guest: What does finding joy in the journey really mean? Heather’s answer is both grounding and hopeful for anyone rebuilding after a difficult chapter. If you’re a mother navigating divorce, career uncertainty, or a season of self-doubt, this episode is a reminder that you are capable, worthy, and not starting from zero—you’re starting from experience. In This Episode, We Cover: Rebuilding confidence after divorce Returning to work after a career break Identity shifts in motherhood and single motherhood. Emotional healing and practical career support Why supporting mothers strengthens families and communities What it truly means to find joy in the journey Instagram: @elavareco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathernemelka/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elavareco Website: https://www.elavare.com or https://www.heathernemelka.com • Join my exclusive Life Coaching and Divorce Mentoring Program, Faith Filled Divorce HERE: httpshttps:https://www.findthejoywithjenn.com/program-details • Get your FREE Podcast Atlas at: https://www.findthejoywithjenn.com/joy-in-the-journey-podcast • Make sure you are part of the Find the Joy With Jenn Fam! Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/findthejoywithjenn/ • Join my FREE Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/findthejoywithjenn • Thank you so much for listening to this episode! I’m honored and excited to be on this journey to healing and personal growth with you. If you enjoyed the podcast, I’d love to ask you to take 2 minutes to leave me a 5-star review on your podcast app; that way, we can help even more men and women find joy in their divorce journeys. You can win a $100 AMAZON GIFT when you do! Just send a screenshot of your review to [e-mail]. Make sure you put "Podcast Review" in the subject line. XO- Jenn