Susan Guthrie welcomes returning guest Jackie Pilossoph, Founder of Divorced Girl Smilin, to share insights from her latest book, Who Let the Dogs Out? a hilarious and heartfelt dive into dating after divorce.
Jackie brings her journey to life, revealing the complexities and joys of dating after divorce. This episode combines humor with profound insights, providing listeners with a realistic yet optimistic view of dating post-divorce. You’ll walk away with actionable advice and a fresh outlook on what it means to find connection again.
Featured Topics:
- Jackie breaks down the unique way she uses different dog breeds to describe the men she dated post-divorce.
- Self-discovery is the hidden gem in the dating process
- how pursuing your passion with like-minded people can lead to meaningful connections—and maybe even love.
- Practical advice on how to spot red flags early in a relationship.
- Maintaining a sense of self and independence even while navigating the dating world
Golden nuggets:
- “When you’re dating - you are really learning about yourself.”
- “Even if you stay with the wrong person for too long, you realize later, ‘wow, I deserve better than this.’”
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About this week's special guest: Jackie Pilossoph Jackie Pilossoph is the creator and editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling, the media comprises a website, podcast, mobile app, and a list of divorce professionals you can trust! A former broadcast news journalist and features reporter for the Chicago Tribune, Pilossoph was also the author of Love Essentially, her weekly column in the Chicago Tribune. She was also a Huffington Post Divorce Blogger for five years. Pilossoph holds a Masters's degree in journalism from Boston University, and oh, she's divorced.
Who Let the Dogs Out? A Hilarious and Touching Tale of Dating After Divorce: https://amzn.to/40dSEhY Jackie’s website: http://divorcedgirlsmiling.com
Jackie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/divorcedgirlJP
Jackie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcedGirlSmiling
Jackie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorced_girl_smiling/
Jackie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-pilossoph-0851814/
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