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Lisa McCluskey Silver Divorce Podcast

Splitting up after a decades-long Marriage and divorcing after the age of 50 has its own unique set of challenges. Inheritances, 401(k)s, IRAs, properties, co-owned businesses, pensions, and Social Security all contribute to a complex divorce. Managing adult and pre-teen or teenage children adds to the complexity of a new Family dynamic. Join host Lisa on the Silver Divorce Podcast as she and her expert guests delve into the issues of gray divorce and offer Education, stories, and support to help you navigate the divorce process and manage a traumatic emotional time in your life.

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Ep. 50 - The Restorative Power Of Solitude &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 50 – The Restorative Power of Solitude

This is a very special milestone episode. It is the 50th episode. When this show started, I wasn’t sure we would make it a  year, but here we are and we are ranked in the top 10% globally among 3.5…

This is a very speci…

This is a very special milestone episode. It is the 50th episode. When this show started, I wasn’t sure we would make it a  year, but here we are and we are ranked in the top 10% globally among 3.5 million podcasts. Thank you to each one of  you for being a loyal listener. Today, we are talking about a common fear: being alone. Solitude is generally perceived as bad. People desperately seek to fill every minute of their lives with noise or other people. Yet, it is in solitude where we can become the most powerful versions of ourselves. Listen as Pat Owens, a Divorce Care facilitator for mo…

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Ep. 49 - Unique Aspects Of Military Divorce With David Smith,Cdfa &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 49 – Unique Aspects of Military Divorce with David Smith,CDFA

If you are in the military or married to someone who is a service member and you are considering divorce, there are very unique aspects to a military divorce that you will want to know. Listen as Davi…

If you are in the mi…

If you are in the military or married to someone who is a service member and you are considering divorce, there are very unique aspects to a military divorce that you will want to know. Listen as David Smith, a retired US Air Force Dental Officer, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Certified QDRO Specialist, Military Divorce Financial Specialist, and founder of Sand Oak Divorce Solutions shares his expertise to help you avoid the landmines in divorce.Military divorce generally follows the same process as civilian divorce, but with unique considerations due to the nature of military service. …

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Ep. 48 - Are You Suffering From Retired Husband Syndrome? &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 48 – Are You Suffering From Retired Husband Syndrome?

Do you find yourself more anxious, stressed, perhaps becoming sick more frequently? There is a reason for that. It’s called Retired Husband Syndrome (RHS). Listen in as I share what RHS is and how y…

Do you find yourself…

Do you find yourself more anxious, stressed, perhaps becoming sick more frequently? There is a reason for that. It’s called Retired Husband Syndrome (RHS). Listen in as I share what RHS is and how you can manage not to lose your Health and your sanity.RHS is a real psychosomatic illness. It refers to a physical condition where wives experience Stress, Anxiety, or other health problems after their husbands retire and are home more often. This phenomenon is particularly observed in marriages with traditional gender roles, where the husband's Retirement can disrupt the wife's established routin…

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Ep. 47 - Managing Grief After Divorce With Tracy Nalory Fultz &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 47 – Managing Grief After Divorce with Tracy Nalory Fultz

Divorce signifies the end of a marriage, a relationship, and a shared future, which can be deeply painful and evoke feelings of Grief. Society does not always recognize that grief after divorce is rea…

Divorce signifies th…

Divorce signifies the end of a marriage, a relationship, and a shared future, which can be deeply painful and evoke feelings of grief. Society does not always recognize that grief after divorce is real, causing many to keep their pain in the shadows. Listen as Tracy Nalory Fultz, a licensed clinical social worker, and owner of Heartfelt Needs Counseling and Caring Center helps walk us through healing, Growth, and wholeness.It is normal to experience Grief after divorce, as it involves the loss of a relationship, future plans, and a significant part of one's identity. Divorce grief is real and …

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Ep. 46 - When Silent Divorce Strikes &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 46 – When Silent Divorce Strikes

More couples are divorcing after age 50 than ever before. Yet, there is another phenomenon on the rise: the Silent Divorce. Many married people experience this phase for years before deciding to divor…

More couples are div…

More couples are divorcing after age 50 than ever before. Yet, there is another phenomenon on the rise: the Silent Divorce. Many married people experience this phase for years before deciding to divorce. Some never divorce for financial reasons or they still have children in the home, or because they think this is the way it has to be when you are older. Listen in as I talk about the growing awareness of the Silent Divorce Phenomenon.Silent Divorce is when a couple loses the profound emotional and physical connection to one another, yet they choose to stay together for financial or other reaso…

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Bonus Ep. #4 - Podcast Swap - Secrets To Getting Respect And Appreciation W/Dr. Anderson &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Bonus Ep. #4 – PODCAST SWAP – Secrets to Getting Respect and Appreciation w/Dr. Anderson

We're doing a podcast swap with the Empowered Career Woman Podcast! This episode is a departure from our normal format as we delve into the topic of how women can show up in the workplace, be seen, be…

We're doing a podcas…

We're doing a podcast swap with the Empowered Career Woman Podcast! This episode is a departure from our normal format as we delve into the topic of how women can show up in the workplace, be seen, be heard, and receive the respect we deserve.Dr. Veronica Anderson shares her enlightening and practical method for creating successful careers and fulfilling Relationships. She also reveals the secret to getting and keeping the respect and appreciation that you crave, but haven’t figured out how to get reliably. Dr. Veronica is a visionary leader, accomplished physician, and the founder of Rosew…

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Ep. 45 - How To Release Emotional Pain With Neuroplastician Patrick Ward &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 45 – How to Release Emotional Pain with Neuroplastician Patrick Ward

If you are struggling with emotional pain from your divorce or even events in your past and are unable to move forward in your life, listen as Patrick Ward, a neuroplastician and founder of Healing Mi…

If you are strugglin…

If you are struggling with emotional pain from your divorce or even events in your past and are unable to move forward in your life, listen as Patrick Ward, a neuroplastician and founder of Healing Mindshift, shares how to release emotional pain by working with the subconscious mind to rewire the memories and beliefs that quietly shape how we feel, think, and show up in life. Patrick shares:How our past memories quietly shape our identity, self worth, and relationships.What it really means to “rewrite” a memory—and how is that even possible.How it is possible to make a lasting change by …

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Ep. 42 - How Collaborative Divorce Can Work For You With Brenda Bridges &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 42 – How Collaborative Divorce Can Work for You with Brenda Bridges

The word “divorce” conjures up images of fierce court battles. Yet, in the United States, nearly 95% of divorces are settled out of court. There is a process that will not only save dollars, but h…

The word “divorce�…

The word “divorce” conjures up images of fierce court battles. Yet, in the United States, nearly 95% of divorces are settled out of court. There is a process that will not only save dollars, but has a better chance of preserving family relationships. In this episode, Brenda Bridges, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, mediator, Certified Divorce Coach, and author shares how to navigate one of life’s most difficult transitions with Clarity, confidence, and calm. She discusses:How a Certified Divorce Coach differs from an attorney.How later in life divorcing couples can benefit from a c…

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Ep. 41 - Replay - Setting Boundaries &Amp; Standing In Your Power With Pat Owens &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 41 – REPLAY – Setting Boundaries & Standing in Your Power with Pat Owens

In this episode, which is a replay of one of our earlier shows, Pat Owens, a Divorce Care facilitator, discusses the importance of putting boundaries in place during your divorce process and after,. B…

In this episode, whi…

In this episode, which is a replay of one of our earlier shows, Pat Owens, a Divorce Care facilitator, discusses the importance of putting boundaries in place during your divorce process and after,. Boundaries help to foster a sense of trust, safety, and respect both during the divorce process and after. It is important to stand in your power to protect your Mental Health and well-being. Some important aspects to creating boundaries include:Establishing physical boundaries early in the separation.Communicating and enforcing your boundaries.Recognizing the personality trait of echoism, which is…

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Ep. 40 - Was Menopause The Cause Of Your Divorce With Laura Chastain, Np &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 40 – Was Menopause the Cause of Your Divorce with Laura Chastain, NP

There is no escaping Menopause. Every woman will experience this life-changing event, with varying degrees of disruption to our lives. For many, they attribute menopause to the disintegration of their…

There is no escaping…

There is no escaping menopause. Every woman will experience this life-changing event, with varying degrees of disruption to our lives. For many, they attribute menopause to the disintegration of their marriage. Listen in as nurse practitioner Laura Chastain discusses the effects of perimenopause and menopause on our bodies and relationships, and shares tips on how to communicate with your spouse and manage your symptoms.Menopause can significantly impact relationships due to hormonal fluctuations causing mood swings, irritability, and changes in libido, leading to emotional strain, reduced int…

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Ep. 39 - How Do Men Process Divorce? With Dr. Bernadette Atanga &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 39 – How do men process divorce? with Dr. Bernadette Atanga

So many times, the focus is on the wife’s perspective. But what if we explored divorce from the husband’s perspective? What if we attempt to understand his Emotions, his pain and motives? Listen a…

So many times, the f…

So many times, the focus is on the wife’s perspective. But what if we explored divorce from the husband’s perspective? What if we attempt to understand his emotions, his pain and motives? Listen as Dr. Bernadette Atanga, a physician, speaker, and leadership coach with more than 30 years of experience in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics with special interest in Emotional Health and Cultural and author of Beneath the Armor: 8 Practical Strategies for Men to Embrace Vulnerability and Lead with Authentic Strength" shares her unique insight gleaned from her experiences with men going through d…

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Ep. 38 - How To Reenter The Job Market After Divorce With Maggie Carrington &Raquo; 40790113 1727214346305 5030C319244Af
Ep. 38 – How to Reenter the Job Market After Divorce with Maggie Carrington

If you were a stay at home mom or perhaps worked part time during marriage and are now faced with finding a job after your divorce, listen in as Maggie Carrington, a seasoned HR strategist and busines…

If you were a stay a…

If you were a stay at home mom or perhaps worked part time during marriage and are now faced with finding a job after your divorce, listen in as Maggie Carrington, a seasoned HR strategist and business advisor with more than 35 years of experience, and founder of HR Habitude and Candor & Courage At Work® shares her Wisdom.Reentering the job market after a long absence can present several challenges, including outdated skills, changing job market conditions, self-doubt, and age discrimination. And, the process for seeking out and interviewing for jobs has changed dramatically. But, don’t…

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