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

June 16, 2025 54 mins
What if the path to healing after divorce wasn’t about fixing what’s broken, but instead expanding your awareness of who you really are? My guest today is Michael Tierno, co-founder of the Universal Awareness Fellowship, and he joins us to share how psychedelics and other expanded states of awareness helped him move through divorce—not by avoiding the pain, but by facing it fully and finding meaning in the process.

Listen in as we t...
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What does it look like to stay steady when everything around you is uncertain? As a stepfather and solo parent juggling multiple responsibilities, my guest today opens up about what it really means to show up with consistency—even when you're stretched thin emotionally and financially.

Listen in as David and I break down the emotional and financial weight of being the primary breadwinner, the mental resolve it takes to keep showing ...
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What does it take to make a gutsy move when everything feels uncertain—when you're navigating divorce, transition, or a life that no longer fits? LauraAura, dynamic mindset coach and host of The Gutsy Podcast, joins me to explore how we can quiet the external noise and reconnect with the deeper voice that fear, doubt, and obligation often drown out.

Listen in as we break down how to shift the ‘mind junk’ that holds us back, why tuni...
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Are you holding onto a dream that's keeping you stuck in pain after divorce? As men, we unconsciously build dreams around marriage, fatherhood, and providing, and when those dreams are shattered by divorce, the emotional fallout can feel like a death of the self. It’s not just the loss of a relationship—it’s the unraveling of an identity we spent years, even decades, constructing.

But sometimes, the only way forward is to let the ol...
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What happens when your marriage is over—but you're still living together? Today we're tackling one of the most draining parts of the divorce experience: living in invisible divorce. It's that space where the marriage is broken, but divorce hasn't happened yet, and the household is steeped in unresolved tension and silent suffering.

Listen in to learn how small mindset shifts and practical actions can break the cycle of reactivity, f...
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Are you facing the overwhelming decision of hiring a divorce attorney and unsure where to start? For many men, the legal side of divorce feels like foreign territory, layered on top of emotional turmoil and financial uncertainty. But getting this step right can set the tone for everything that follows.

In this episode, I sit down with Jaime Davis, an experienced family law attorney, to break down what you really need to know before ...
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Have you just heard the gut-wrenching words "I want a divorce"—and now find yourself overwhelmed and unsure where to turn? For many men, the breakdown begins long before those words are spoken. It's slow, often invisible, and recognizing that truth is the first step toward healing.

In this episode, I share my own story—the moment I heard the news, the emotional storm that followed, and the quiet disconnection that had been building ...
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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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