Podcast #28
Conversation with Divorce Coach and Mediator Karen Dorsey
What to do when Divorce Comes up Later in Life (Age 50+)​
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Divorce is hard at any time in life, but if you are blindsided at 50+ it can be particularly challenging and there's a LOT to think about.
The good news is, you CAN do this! No matter how difficult your situation, you will make it and in this episode we talk about the biggest obstacles you can expect to face if you're managing divorce, are in this age group and some of the solutions and resources to get your through.
This episode is a conversation with Karen Dorsey, divorce coach and mediator who has also personally experienced divorce late in life. She will share with us - from the heart - her own story as well as advice based on her many clients she has helped navigate through tricky late in life divorce scenarios.
In this episode we discuss -
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Where you can find a roadmap for the divorce process
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Why it's important to slow down before making decisions and how to do that
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What your lawyer is best at (psssst - he's not your therapist!)
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What unique challenges you may face if you are going through divorce and you're 50+
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Some of the dynamics that occur emotionally when divorcing late in life
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How to trust again if you've experienced infidelity or other dishonesty in marriage
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How to empower yourself and plan financially
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Why this may be your biggest opportunity for happiness even when it doesn't feel like it
Although divorce is never a place we want to be, there IS light at the end of the tunnel and you just may find your life can be better after divorce. We're here to support you, walk you through it and provide all the resources and guidance to make the journey as smooth as possible.
Get Karen's FREE downloadable guide here
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Connect with Karen:
Website - https://karendorseycoaching.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karendoftx/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nextchapterdivorcecoaching/
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What's on Karen's Playlist:
Cold Heart - Elton John and Dua Lipa
Books Karen Recommends:
The Soul of Money by Cynthia Barrett
Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown
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