Love Your Life After Divorce with Angie Wilson: Helping Women Rebuild Their Lives, Co-parent and Heal
Welcome to Love Your Life After Divorce, the podcast that empowers you to rebuild and thrive on your own terms. Together, we’ll explore how to create a life you truly love—from the inside out. Dive into transformative topics like co-parenting with grace, prioritizing self-care, helping your kids adjust, rebuilding your confidence, finding forgiveness, and achieving financial freedom. Whether you're navigating the early days or looking to rediscover your joy, this podcast is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities for growth and happiness.
Episodes
Taylor Swift may not have written “Happiness” specifically about divorce, but the lyrics hit hard for anyone who’s lived through the end of a relationship. In this episode, I unpack the powerful themes in the song and how they mirror the emotional rollercoaster of divorce—from disbelief and heartbreak to self-reflection and growth. If you’re feeling stuck in grief or unsure how to move forward, this episode will ...
It’s frustrating and painful to see your ex doing all the things for someone new that he never did for you. It can feel like a slap in the face—like he’s suddenly become the partner you always wanted him to be. But is that really the full picture? In this episode, we’re diving into why this happens, what it actually means (hint: it’s not about you!), and how to shift your focus back to your healing and happiness....
All humans need both safety/security and adventure/excitement. Divorce can really highlight the need for both of these experiences. Maybe your marriage and divorce were tumultuous and now you really crave stability. Or maybe you were lonely and bored for years in your marriage and now you long for fun and adventure. Listen in to find out which one you need more of right now and how to give yourself what you need....
Have you ever felt guilty for changing your mind? Many divorced women struggle with the belief that wanting something different—like leaving a marriage—means their past choices were mistakes. In this episode, I share a simple but powerful realization I had while sitting outside on a sunny day and how it relates to the way we think about divorce. Your marriage wasn’t a failure just because it ended. It was right ...
Co-parenting after divorce can be challenging. In this episode, I talk with conscious relationship coach, AnnMarie Chereso about the role fear plays as we co-parent. Listen in to understand that fear itself isn't wrong or bad. It can be a helpful messenger, but it's important to be in right relationship with fear. You can't be in fear and power at the same time.
To have the best co-parenting relat...
Divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a major life transition that deserves to be acknowledged. In this episode, I talk with one of my clients, Natalie, about the “Finish the Firsts” party she hosted after her divorce to commemorate her first year as a single woman. She shares the meaningful rituals she included—like smashing a wedding vase, crafting symbolic bracelets, and expressing gratitude to her support system...
As women, we've been conditioned to seek permission—especially when making big life changes like divorce. But what if you didn’t need permission to live life on your terms? In this episode, I dive into how societal expectations have shaped our need for validation and how that shows up in divorce and rebuilding our lives. I share personal experiences, the powerful impact of support from those who “get it,” and pra...
What if your greatest transformation is on the other side of your hardest moments? In this episode, we explore the powerful idea that divorce—while painful—can be the catalyst for your greatest growth and awakening. I share insights from Mel Robbins and Martha Beck, a powerful metaphor of the butterfly’s transformation, and a simple mindset shift that can help you move forward with hope. You'll also learn a pract...
A powerful way to view yourself is through the lens of your past, present and future self. I explain exactly what this means in this episode and give you guidelines for how to view yourself in each phase of life.
Viewing your past self with compassion leads to true healing and peace.
Living intentionally as your present self will allow you to be content with your current life.
Dreaming big for your future and envision...
The most powerful shift after divorce isn’t something external—but something inside of you. In this episode, I share the most profound experiences I had during and after my divorce—the moments I truly came home to myself. This internal awakening changed everything, helped me to step into my power, trust myself, and start living life on my own terms.
I’ll take you through key moments when I felt this shift, from a life-...
Divorce is one of life’s most intense stressors, often throwing you into survival mode—a state where you’re just trying to make it through the day. In this episode, I break down how trauma responses like fight, flight, freeze, or fawn can show up during and after divorce. I’ll help you identify where you might be stuck, share practical steps to calm your nervous system, process emotions, and rediscover joy, so you can...
Explore the transformative power of self-compassion in helping you heal, grow, and thrive after divorce. Discover why being kind and understanding to yourself—especially when facing painful memories or feelings—can lead to deep emotional healing, greater self-confidence, and a more authentic, empowered version of you.
You’ll learn:
- The true meaning of self-compassion and why it’s not about letting yourself off the h...
Have you been living on the sidelines, prioritizing everyone else? This episode is your wake-up call. Learn how to step into main character energy and design a life that feels aligned, fearless, and unapologetically YOU.
Your divorce is not the end—it’s the beginning of your starring role. Listen in to find out how to claim the spotlight in your own life, make decisions that feel true to you, and say goodbye...
Your home should be your sanctuary, not a constant reminder of the past. In this episode, I sit down with professional organizer, Lauri Newell of Victory Organizing, to discuss how divorced women can let go of items tied to their marriage or ex and create spaces that feel peaceful, calm, and empowering. We also explore how to honor your past while making room for the future you’re building.
Getting rid of th...
Is happiness possible after divorce? Absolutely! Happiness isn’t something reserved for the lucky few—it’s something you can create for yourself, even after divorce. In this episode, we’ll explore why your circumstances don’t dictate your happiness and how to use a simple 3-step process to cultivate joy and fulfillment in your life. Tune in to discover how to shift your mindset and embrace a life you love.
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As we say goodbye to 2024, it’s important to pause and celebrate how far you’ve come. Most New Year’s resolutions come from a place of guilt or obligation—but what if yours came from self-compassion and clarity?
In this episode, we’ll reflect on 2024, celebrating your efforts, growth, and resilience, no matter how big or small. Then, we’ll explore a kinder, more empowering way to set intentions for 2025. Wh...
Get ready to dive into the transformative power of exercise as you heal and rebuild your life! Discover how movement not only benefits your body but also strengthens your mind, boosts your confidence, and helps you stay present in the moment. Learn how exercise can be a tool for building resilience, connecting socially, and creating a new routine as you redefine yourself post-divorce.
I’ll also share practical tips for...
Life after divorce isn’t all sunshine and roses—and that’s okay. In this episode, I open up about moments of doubt, loneliness, and even share a dream I recently had that let me know I'm feeling stressed. I get honest and pretty vulnerable!
Listen in to hear about why feeling this way is completely normal and doesn’t mean you haven’t healed or grown.
Where are you in your healing journey after...
Deciding to live life on your own terms and in your way can be terrifying and exciting; lonely and empowering; scary and deeply meaningful.
In this episode, I invite you to consider the question asked by poet Mary Oliver, "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
Do you need help figuring that out? Let's talk. I'd love to guide and help you discov...
In this episode of Love Your Life After Divorce, we dive into the transformative power of journaling. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or new to the idea, journaling can be an incredible tool for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth after divorce. Learn how putting pen to paper can help you release emotions, gain clarity, and build a stronger relationship with yourself. Plus, I’ll share tips on how to get sta...
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