A Man's Journey Through Divorce

A Man's Journey Through Divorce

"A Man's Journey Through Divorce" is a podcast dedicated to helping those navigating the emotional, financial, and practical challenges of divorce. Hosted by Steve Schleupner, Divorce Transition Specialist, Financial Planner, and Mediator, each episode offers expert advice, real-life stories, and actionable tools designed to support you at every stage of the divorce process. Whether you're contemplating divorce, in the middle of negotiations, or rebuilding your life afterward, this podcast provides the clarity, confidence, and community you need to move forward. Tune in for insightful conversations on managing finances, co-parenting, self-discovery, and thriving in your next chapter.

Episodes

April 28, 2025 20 mins
Do you feel like you’re doing everything right during your divorce, but still stuck in the same painful patterns? Here’s why awareness alone isn’t enough to create the change you desire, and why real growth begins when you start living with intention.

Listen in as I talk about the powerful virtues — patience, curiosity, honesty, perseverance, and love — and how embodying them can shift the way you approach the challenges of divorce....
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What does true prosperity mean after divorce? As someone who built a career in financial planning, I had long equated prosperity with wealth and stability. But going through my divorce stripped me of that illusion and opened the door to something far more meaningful.

Listen in as I share the raw, unfiltered truths I learned about attachment, control, and the illusions we cling to when we think money equals security. I open up about ...
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Was your relationship truly built on love, or was it held together by loyalty? This is one of those conversations that’s raw, real, and often uncomfortable, but also incredibly freeing once you start peeling back the layers of truth.

Listen in as I unpack the emotional fog, the self-judgment, and the common cycle of trying to make sense of it all, while showing you a new lens with which to view your situation. If you’ve recently bee...
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What happens when the life you’ve built starts to unravel, and you’re left questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself? Today, we dive into the raw, real impact of divorce, especially for men—how it challenges your identity, your role, and everything you once thought was secure.

In this episode, I'm joined by Gary, a listener of the podcast, who is coming on the show to share his story of getting through one of the mo...
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How do you rebuild your life and family after divorce when you’re still healing yourself? In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and fellow coach, Ed Robinson, to tackle that question and more. You may know Ed as a seasoned executive and leadership coach, but today, he’s joining us not to talk about performance or leadership, but to share his personal story of divorce and healing.

Listen in as we talk about the emotional ro...
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Divorce can leave lasting legal, mental, and emotional scars that are tough to heal from. The key to recovery, however, is learning to let go. Though it may be easier said than done, letting go is essential for redirecting your energy, finances, and time toward building a brighter future for yourself and your family.

Listen in to hear why we find it difficult to let go, as well as how resistance is delaying your healing. I also disc...
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Divorce doesn’t have to be a war zone.

In this episode, I sit down with three top professionals in the collaborative divorce field—Suzy Eckstein (family law attorney), Natalie Goldberg (divorce coach & child specialist), and Margie Hofberg (mortgage expert)—to break down how collaborative law offers a healthier, more solution-focused approach to divorce.

Listen in as we discuss how this method fosters better co-parenting, financi...
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Divorce brings tough financial decisions, and one of the biggest is what to do with your home. Should you keep it, sell it, or refinance? And how do you sort through mortgage options while balancing credit, support payments, and financial stability?

In this episode, I sit down with Amy Bell, Certified Divorce Lending Professional and  Mortgage Planning Specialist, to break down what you need to know about housing transitions during ...
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March 3, 2025 25 mins
What’s the hardest part of divorce? In this episode, I explore the deeper, often overlooked reasons that divorce can feel so challenging. Beyond the legal battles and financial worries, there are three layers of divorce that impact us: divorcing the spouse, divorcing the shared dreams and possessions, and divorcing the identity we've built within the marriage.

Listen in as I break down how each layer affects our emotional state, as ...
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Divorce is complicated enough on its own, but when children with special needs are involved, the complexity of co-parenting and planning for the future is even greater. You can’t afford to just “get it over with”—you need a plan that works not just for today, but for years down the road.

In this episode, I sit down with Erik Feig, founder of Feig Mediation Group, to talk about how mediation can help families transition smoothly whil...
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Divorce can be one of the most trying times in a person's life, especially when it involves children and the complexities of custody arrangements. It's a time marked by emotional turmoil, financial strain, and the uncertainty of the future. So how do we manage all of that in a healthy way?

In this episode, you'll get to sit in on a live coaching session with my anonymous guest, "Ivan," as I help him manage his anxiety and worries ar...
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Divorce is often seen as a turbulent chapter in life, overshadowed by feelings of fear, separation, and scarcity. But what if we could rethink this transition as an opportunity for positive growth? Just as marriage begins with love, unity, and prosperity, divorce can also be guided by these powerful energies.

In this episode, I’ll share key points of a presentation I attended, where a Florida circuit court judge discussed his role a...
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Many people cling to their legal entitlements during divorce, seeing them as non-negotiable rights. However, as negotiation expert Derrick Chevalier reveals in today’s episode, this mindset can leave both parties worse off. Through his work with the Comprehensive Negotiating Strategies Universal Framework (CNSUF), Derrick demonstrates how focusing solely on what you’re “entitled to” often results in higher costs, damaged relationsh...
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Divorce can strip away more than just a relationship—it can challenge your identity, self-worth, and sense of purpose. For Ben, a listener and coaching client, overcoming this painful transition led to profound personal growth, a renewed connection with his children, and a rediscovery of freedom and happiness.

Listen in as Ben reveals how moving back to his childhood home 800 miles away became a catalyst for change, as well as an im...
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Divorce can be one of life’s most painful transitions. While it's common for people to want to avoid this pain, the truth is that pain itself can be the element that opens a new level of freedom, self-discovery, and prosperity.

In this episode, I explain why resisting your pain only hardens your heart and drains valuable resources, such as time, energy, health, and money. Instead, I'll show you how welcoming and flowing with the pai...
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Divorce can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and emotionally drained. In this episode, Steve invites Jenna D’Annunzio, an EFT practitioner and holistic business coach, to share how the Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) can help you deal with these emotions.

Listen in as Jenna explains the science behind tapping, as well as how it impacts your body and mind. You'll learn why this technique is especially powerful during mom...
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Life’s most challenging transitions—like divorce, career changes, or blended families—often come with overwhelming emotions and attachments. This episode explores the “detachment theory” and its role in overcoming stress and reclaiming energy for personal growth.

My guest Jay, a former client, shares his inspirational experience of enduring workplace toxicity, blending families, and building healthier relationships by focusing on in...
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Divorce can be difficult, but the energy you bring to it can significantly impact your healing, co-parenting, and future. This episode tackles the "fault trap"—the common tendency to blame an ex, which ultimately hinders your own recovery.

Discover how to break free from this cycle using practical tools and strategies, including reflective exercises and role-playing, to foster a healthier transition for yourself, your ex, and especi...
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After divorce, many men find themselves caught between competing pressures: societal expectations pushing them to "get back out there," internal doubts about their readiness, and uncertainty about dealing with a dating landscape that's radically changed. In this episode, I'm joined by certified sexologist Kevin Anthony to talk about how the approach back to intimacy isn't just about physical connection; it's about healing, self-dis...
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When facing divorce, Nick found himself overwhelmed—juggling full-time parenting, a demanding career, and an impending custody transition that would reduce his time with his children to just 20%. However, through his work with me, Nick discovered that divorce isn't just about surviving the logistics; it's about fundamentally reconnecting with yourself.

His story illustrates how the principles of stoicism—controlling what you can con...
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