The Death of a Divorce: Grieving the Life You Thought You'd Have

Divorce isn’t just the end of a relationship, it’s the death of a future you once imagined. In this raw and healing solo episode, I open up about the grief that comes with separation, especially when you’re the one who chose to walk away… and still find yourself grieving the life, identity, and love you thought you’d have.

Whether you’re freshly separated, still healing years later, or supporting someone going through it—this episode is a heart-to-heart for every woman who has had to rebuild herself from the ground up.

What We Dive Into:

 Part 1: Divorce Is a Death Too

– The hidden grief of being “the one who left”

– Mourning what could’ve been: routines, roles, shared dreams

– Losing the identity of wife, partner, and your old self

 Part 2: The Stages of Grief After Divorce

– Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance… and the unexpected stage of rebirth

– Personal stories and emotions from each stage—no sugarcoating

 Part 3: 3.5 Years Later — I’ve Come Alive Again

– The subtle signs that healing is happening

– Rediscovering joy, laughter, and purpose

– What it actually feels like to return to yourself after deep loss

 Part 4: A Message for the Woman Still in It

– Gentle words for the woman who’s still grieving

– A reminder that your aliveness is never gone—it’s waiting for you

 Closing Words:

“Divorce didn’t break me. It revealed me.”

You’re not alone, and your glow-up is coming.

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