Episodios

  • Rebranding Divorce: Post-Divorce Growth Cycle, Money & Self-Care

    Rebranding Divorce: Post-Divorce Growth Cycle, Money & Self-Care
    Nov 12 2025
    Rebranding Divorce: The Post-Divorce Growth Cycle—Radical Self-Care, Money Confidence, and Community Founders Mimi Sullivan and Carolyn Bilyak of Rebranding Divorce join Karen and Catherine to unpack the Post-Divorce Growth Cycle—a practical framework that helps women move from survival to confidence through radical self-care, money clarity, and healthy relationships. We discuss why community accelerates healing, how nervous-system awareness changes your money story, and why clear financial data—not emotion—drives better post-divorce decisions. Key Takeaways Clarity compounds: build confidence in one pillar (money or self-care) and the others strengthen. Regulate, then calculate: calm the nervous system so you can actually work the numbers. Community beats isolation: safe spaces prevent ruminating, revenge-energy, and rushed decisions. Data protects you: verified financials reduce mistakes, regrets, and legal costs. Growth is cyclical: each pass through the cycle allows deeper work (from budgeting → investing, from rest → purpose). If you’re thinking about divorce—or already in it—and want fact-based financial clarity, start with our Free Financial Assessment. Then use the MDS Financial Portrait™ to see verified numbers, disclosures, and your settlement options so you can move forward with confidence. Have a question for Karen & Catherine? Email: wechat@ck11.net Resources & Links Rebranding Divorce — ⁠rebrandingdivorce.com⁠ Free MDS Financial Assessment — ⁠https://myfinancialportrait.com/⁠ MDS Community (Free) —⁠ https://community.mydivorcesolution.com/⁠ MDS Financial Portrait™ — a verified, flat-fee roadmap to divorce financial clarity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 m
  • Mediation Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands | Divorce Financial Clarity Explained

    Mediation Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands | Divorce Financial Clarity Explained
    Nov 5 2025
    Thinking about divorce mediation? Before you walk into the room, ask yourself one question: What exactly are you mediating if you don’t even know what you have? In this episode of Divorce Explored, Karen Chellew (Legal Liaison) and Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst) from My Divorce Solution reveal the most common — and most costly — mistake they see every week: people going into mediation without complete, verified financial information. They’ll show you why financial clarity is the strategy, and why mediation is just a tool. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why “just mediating to get it over with” can cost you thousands later ✅ The real difference between asset division and spousal support ✅ How a “55/45 split” can be misleading (and not actually in your favor) ✅ How to avoid the pressure of signing after 10+ hours at the table ✅ When to say “I’m not ready” — and why that’s your legal right ✅ How the MDS Financial Portrait™ prepares you for mediation with facts, not fear. Before You Mediate: 1) Verify all assets and debts (not just what someone says out loud) 2) Confirm income for both parties 3) Know your realistic support range 4) Review property division scenarios 5) Identify your non-negotiables 6) Get your MDS Financial Portrait™ to organize it all About My Divorce Solution: Founded by Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, My Divorce Solution has helped over 15,000 families navigate divorce with financial confidence and clarity, saving over $1M in legal costs using their signature process — the MDS Financial Portrait™ Start with their free Financial Assessment, then get your verified Financial Portrait™ to walk into mediation empowered, informed, and prepared. 🌐 Website: https://mydivorcesolution.com 👥 Join our free Divorce support community: https://community.mydivorcesolution.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 m
  • Shove Your Shoulds: Bold Decision-Making After Divorce with Jessica Frew

    Shove Your Shoulds: Bold Decision-Making After Divorce with Jessica Frew
    Oct 29 2025
    In this episode of We Chat Divorce, Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan sit down once again with the inspiring Jessica Frew—wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, podcast host, and now author of Shove Your Shoulds. Jessica shares how her unique journey through divorce, co-parenting, and remarriage has shaped her mission to help women step out of overthinking and into powerful decision-making. Jessica opens up about: Navigating divorce after discovering her husband was gay—and why she chose to stay married for several years after knowing. How she and her ex built a co-parenting relationship rooted in respect and friendship, putting their daughter first. Why letting go of “shoulds” frees us from shame and judgment, allowing space for clarity and confidence. The power of informed, intentional choices—whether staying, leaving, or rebuilding life after divorce. Why confidence comes not from having all the answers, but from taking action, one step at a time. Karen, Catherine, and Jessica also discuss how financial clarity—through tools like the MDS Financial Portrait™—helps women face uncertainty with strength, whether they decide to stay married or divorce. Knowledge is power – facing your reality (financial and personal) allows you to make empowered decisions. Be willing to pivot – life may not go as planned, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still be good. Let go of the shoulds – true confidence comes from action, not perfection. Learn more about Jessica and grab her new book Shove Your Shoulds: shoveyourshoulds.com Follow Jessica on Instagram: @heyjessicafrew Explore the MDS Financial Portrait™: mydivorcesolution.com We Chat Divorce is brought to you by My Divorce Solution, the #1 resource for financial clarity during divorce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 m
  • Truth, Timing & Taxes: When Shortcuts Backfire in Divorce

    Truth, Timing & Taxes: When Shortcuts Backfire in Divorce
    Oct 22 2025
    In this Divorce Explored episode of We Chat Divorce, MDS co-founders Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, and Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison, reveal how common financial shortcuts can cost divorcing couples thousands—sometimes hundreds of thousands—of dollars. From so-called “honesty policies” that skip verification, to misclassifying home-sale proceeds as income, to cashing out retirement accounts too soon, Catherine and Karen unpack the real impact of assumptions, missing documents, and misunderstood advice. They’ll show you why verified data—not verbal promises—is the only way to protect your financial future. Whether you’re preparing for mediation, negotiating a settlement, or already divorced, this episode will help you spot red flags before they turn into regret. You’ll Learn How To: Identify the red flags that signal financial shortcuts in divorce Understand when assets ≠ income in support calculations Avoid costly mistakes when dividing or liquidating retirement accounts Confirm accurate valuation dates and tax implications Use the MDS Financial Portrait™ to model real cash flow before you sign Resources Mentioned Free MDS Financial Assessment – discover your starting point The Divorce Financial Portrait™ – verified data = financial clarity MDS Community – connect for support and education Listen & Subscribe - Follow We Chat Divorce on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube for weekly financial divorce insights that turn fear into focus, focus into knowledge, and knowledge into power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 m
  • The Truth About Divorce & Family Law: Why Communication, Costs, and Trust Matter Most, with Kirk Stange

    The Truth About Divorce & Family Law: Why Communication, Costs, and Trust Matter Most, with Kirk Stange
    Oct 15 2025
    What really happens behind the scenes at a divorce law firm? In this eye-opening episode of We Chat Divorce, co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan sit down with Attorney Kirk Stange, Founding Partner of Stange Law Firm, to uncover the truth about how family law really works—from the attorney’s side of the table. Kirk has guided clients through divorce for more than 20 years, leading a firm with offices across 30 states. He joins Karen and Catherine for a candid conversation about what makes a great divorce attorney, why so many clients lose trust in the legal process, and how preparation and financial clarity can change everything. Together, they discuss: What makes a lawyer truly good at family law Why some attorneys avoid going to trial (and what that means for you) How judges pressure lawyers to settle cases The real story behind billable hours and “winning” in divorce Why financially prepared clients make better decisions If you’ve ever felt frustrated or confused by your attorney—or just want to know how to work smarter with one—this episode will change the way you see the legal side of divorce. 👉 Learn how the MDS Financial Portrait™ gives you the clarity and confidence to protect your future and collaborate effectively with your attorney. mydivorcesolution.com Hosts: Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison & Co-Founder of My Divorce Solution -and- Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, Divorce Financial Specialist & Co-Founder of My Divorce Solution Guest: Kirk C. Stange, Founding Partner & President, Stange Law Firm 🌐familylawrepresentation.com | stangelawfirm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • Gray Divorce After 50: Silent Divorce, Loud Truths & Finding Financial Clarity

    Gray Divorce After 50: Silent Divorce, Loud Truths & Finding Financial Clarity
    Oct 8 2025
    If you’re over 50 and quietly wondering whether to stay or go, you’re not alone. In this episode of We Chat Divorce: Divorce Explored, My Divorce Solution co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, break down the real truths behind gray divorce—and why so many couples live in a silent divorce long before they ever make a decision. They share personal stories, client experiences, and the financial insights that can help you stop the emotional bleed and start building a plan. Whether you’re thinking about divorce, living in financial fog, or simply craving clarity, this conversation will help you move from confusion to confidence. You’ll learn: What a silent divorce really looks like—and how to recognize if you’re in one The biggest financial mistakes people make in gray divorce Why clarity—not conflict—should guide your next steps How to use the MDS Financial Portrait™ to see your complete financial picture Why Step Zero (getting organized) is the most important part of your divorce journey About We Chat Divorce Hosted by Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, co-founders of My Divorce Solution, We Chat Divorce explores the financial, emotional, and practical sides of divorce so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. Learn more about The MDS Financial Portrait™:https://mydivorcesolution.com/financial-portrait Join the MDS Community for guidance, resources, and support:https://mydivorcesolution.com/community Listen to more episodes: https://mydivorcesolution.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 m
  • The Hidden Cost of Toxic Love: How Trauma Bonds Impact Divorce | with Dr. Nadine Macaluso

    The Hidden Cost of Toxic Love: How Trauma Bonds Impact Divorce | with Dr. Nadine Macaluso
    Oct 1 2025
    🚨 The Hidden Cost of Toxic Love 🚨 Why is it so hard to leave someone who hurts you? And how do trauma bonds show up in divorce — emotionally and financially? In this episode of We Chat Divorce, hosts Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® and Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison, sit down with Dr. Nadine Macaluso — therapist, author of Run Like Hell, and survivor of one of the most infamous toxic marriages in modern history. Dr. Nadine was once married to the real-life “Wolf of Wall Street,” a chapter of her life portrayed in the blockbuster film. Together we explore: 💔 What a trauma bond really is (and why it’s so hard to break) 💰 How toxic love often comes with financial abuse and control 🚩 Red flags to spot early in relationships 🔥 Why leaving can feel like pulling the fire alarm 🌱 How to protect yourself — emotionally and financially — in divorce Dr. Nadine shares her story of survival and transformation, and how she now helps others break free from trauma bonds and reclaim their power. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Nadine: Website: drnadine.com Instagram: @TheRealDrNadine Book: Run Like Hell Resources from My Divorce Solution: Learn about the MDS Financial Portrait™ → https://mydivorcesolution.com/ Join our supportive Community → https://community.mydivorcesolution.com/ ✅ Subscribe for weekly episodes of We Chat Divorce — the #1 podcast for financial divorce preparation and empowerment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 m
  • Real Estate Decisions in Divorce: What You Need to Know Before Buying

    Real Estate Decisions in Divorce: What You Need to Know Before Buying
    Sep 24 2025
    Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make — but what happens when that decision collides with divorce? In this episode of We Chat Divorce, co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan dive into the risks, timing, and financial implications of purchasing real estate during divorce. They share a real client story where a “protective clause” in a sales contract turned out to be anything but protective, highlighting how emotions, timing, and the wrong assumptions can create long-term financial consequences. You’ll learn: Why feeling “protected” isn’t the same as being legally and financially protected The hidden risks of using retirement accounts or insurance loans to fund a property purchase How buying too soon can complicate your divorce settlement and negotiations Why waiting (even when it’s hard) can sometimes be your best financial strategy How the MDS Financial Portrait™ helps you make confident, informed decisions before signing any major contract Whether you’re tempted to buy a new home right now, or just want to understand how real estate fits into the divorce process, this episode offers the clarity you need to move forward wisely. Share them with us — we’d love to hear your story. Know someone navigating these same challenges? Send them this episode. Have questions about real estate decisions during divorce? Email us WeChat@CK11.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 m