%20(4).png)
Thrive & Decide Guide to Divorce and Beyond
Welcome to Thrive and Decide: The Guide to Divorce and Beyond
This empowering podcast is created for women navigating the emotional and legal challenges of divorce. Whether you're just beginning the process or rebuilding your life afterward, Thrive and Decide is here to help you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Each episode features real stories from courageous women who openly share their divorce journeys—offering hope, healing, and the reminder that you are not alone. You'll also gain access to expert insights and valuable resources, including guidance from divorce coaches, legal professionals, financial advisors, and therapists.
Our mission is to help you move through divorce with strength and step confidently into your next chapter.
Episodes
38 episodes
What If The Best Divorce Deal Is Not Half
The marital home can turn into the loudest argument in a divorce and not because of the numbers. It’s memory, stability, kids, fear, and that ultra-low interest rate you locked in years ago. We sit down with Genna Queen, a mortgage lender who s...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 11
•
28:44
%20(4).png)
What If Staying Is The Selfish Choice
A single realization can rewrite an entire life. Lisa joined us to tell the truth about what happened when a 30-year marriage quietly ran out of love and the pandemic removed every distraction. She shares the moment the “switch” flipped, why sh...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 10
•
36:47
Here’s How The Narcissistic Spin Cycle Keeps You Stuck
The word “narcissist” gets thrown around so casually that it can blur the line between a difficult partner and a truly high-control relationship. That confusion can be costly when you’re trying to decide whether to stay, how to protect your kid...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 9
•
43:30
Divorce Myths, Debunked Clearly
Rumors spread fast during a split, but the court follows facts. We bring back family law attorney Tara Price to unpack the most common divorce myths we see in Ohio and explain what actually drives outcomes on property, custody, and day-to-day l...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 8
•
46:03
Finding Legal Help When You Can’t Afford It
If your spouse controls the money, it can feel like divorce is out of reach. We brought in family law specialist Tara Price to chart a realistic path for starting strong, even with zero income. From brief legal clinics to fee waivers, this conv...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 7
•
28:24
What Happens When You’re Ready To Leave And Choose To Stay
The ground can shift under a marriage without a single dramatic blow. After a baby, our guest went from career-driven independence to breastfeeding, sleepless nights, and a new identity she never planned for. Then the bank gates closed—no accou...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 6
•
30:14
Prenups Vs. Postnups
Paperwork isn’t romantic, but neither is spending years and a small fortune arguing over who owns what. We sat down with family law attorney and guardian ad litem Tara Price to demystify prenups and Ohio’s newer postnups, and to show how smart ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 5
•
27:43
How Therapy Rebuilds Identity During And After Divorce
Divorce can scramble your identity, rewrite your routines, and convince you that “I failed” is the only headline. Therapist Shauna Hoover joins us to show a better way through: build safety first, tell the truth second, and take small, repeatab...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 4
•
44:55
Protecting Children When Co‑Parenting With A Narcissist
Fear changes a family long before anyone says the word divorce. With narcissistic dynamics, the house learns to tiptoe, and kids internalize patterns of freezing, fawning, and pleasing. We invited coach Jamie Davis to unpack a humane path forwa...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 3
•
32:43
Choosing Happiness After A 17-Year Marriage
The quiet end of a marriage can be the hardest to name. Kelly joins us to talk about a 17-year union that eroded not with shouting, but with distance—two people living parallel lives, choosing work and routine over connection. When she asked ab...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 2
•
29:09
You Can’t Split Kids In Half, But You Can Find Yourself Again
The word “fair” can wreck a divorce. We open by naming that truth and then walk you through a smarter path: negotiate like a strategist, heal like a human, and design a life that actually fits. Instead of chasing 50‑50 symmetry, we focus on dur...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 1
•
22:50
From Divorce To Control: How Women Rebuild Finances With Support, Systems, And Compassion
Money gets messy when life changes. Divorce, loss, and career pivots can turn confident spenders into second-guessers who feel stuck. We sit down with Cindy Locker and Carol Van Fossen of Next Chapter Finances to unpack a kinder, smarter way to...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 27
•
24:55
From Divorce To Collaboration: A Practical Guide For Co-Parents
Divorce ends a marriage, not your role as parents. We sat down with co-parenting coach and author Teresa Luse to unpack a practical, compassionate way to raise kids across two homes without burning out or blowing up. Teresa shares the mindset t...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 26
•
41:27
Smart Money Moves For Divorce And Home Decisions
Money, divorce, and the family home collide in ways that are emotional and expensive—and they don’t have to be. We sit down with certified financial planner and certified divorce financial analyst Amy Kelly to unpack the decisions that matter m...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 25
•
20:49
The “Do What You’re Supposed To” Plan Went Great, Said No One Ever
What happens when the “right thing” steals your voice? We sit down with Sam Leeson, who grew up in a small town where reputation came first and casual homophobia kept her hidden. She married a friend because it felt safe on paper, became a pare...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 24
•
47:31
Marriage Crisis Management: When “I Think I Want Out” Becomes a Plan
When someone says “I think I want out,” most couples are shoved into panic, not a plan. We sat down with Dr. Becky Whetstone—marriage crisis manager, author of I Think I Want Out, and long‑time advocate for evidence‑based help on the brink—to u...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 23
•
53:09
Navigating Divorce: Legal Insights for a Fresh Start
Feeling trapped in an unhappy marriage because you don't understand your finances? You're not alone. Many women stay in challenging relationships simply because they can't see a clear path forward financially. In this powerful crossover episode...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 22
•
22:15
Finding Your True Power
What if the path to transformation wasn't through grinding harder, but through being gentler with yourself? Emily Phillips discovered this truth during her remarkable journey from military veteran to manifestation coach.After 12 years o...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 21
•
39:45
Find Your Inner Wisdom and Ditch the Guilt Trip
Michelle Murphy joins us to share her transformative approach to mental health that goes far beyond traditional talk therapy. As a holistic wellness mental health therapist, Michelle integrates the connections between mind, body, and spirit to ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 20
•
27:31
Breaking Free: A Modern Approach to Divorce. Featuring Terrie Austin, CDFA
What if there was a better way to divorce? One that saves money, time, and emotional trauma while ensuring fair outcomes for all involved? In this eye-opening conversation with Terrie Austin from Modern Divorce Solutions, we explore collaborati...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 19
•
35:12
Bridging Faith and Spirit: Exploring Oracle Cards and Spirituality
Have you ever wondered if your spiritual curiosity conflicts with your religious upbringing? This soul-stirring conversation with Kaylee English, oracle card reader and spiritual guide, illuminates the beautiful harmony between traditional fait...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 18
•
27:06
The Courage to Choose Yourself When Marriage No Longer Serves You
What happens when your marriage looks perfect from the outside but feels empty on the inside? Katie Fleming bravely shares her journey of walking away from a marriage that wasn't terrible—just terribly unfulfilling.Katie married young a...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 17
•
48:37
You Are Not Defined By Your Divorce: What Every Person of Faith Needs to Hear
Divorce and religious faith often seem at odds, creating painful dilemmas for people of faith facing the end of their marriages. What happens when the very community meant to provide comfort becomes a source of judgment? Where can spirituality ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 16
•
51:39
What You Need to Know Before Starting Your Divorce: A Guide
*This podcast was previously shared on my other podcast Come to Find Out.*Divorce brings about significant change and can be one of the most challenging experiences of your life. In this episode, we enlist the expertise of Ashley Garriso...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 15
•
20:54
Rediscovering Identity and Love After Divorce
Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take? Join us on "Thrive and Decide" as we sit down with Linz, an extraordinary woman who faced such a moment in her life and emerged stronger than ever. Her story of navigat...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 14
•
52:42