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Welcome to the Intentional Divorce Solutions Blog

If you're navigating divorce or rebuilding your life afterward, you're in the right place. This blog offers expert advice on the financial aspects of divorce, including asset division, budgeting, retirement planning, and avoiding common financial mistakes. Our goal is to help you gain clarity, protect your future, and feel empowered as you move forward.

Whether you're just starting the divorce process or adjusting to your new normal, explore our articles for practical tips, real-life strategies, and support from professionals who understand what you're going through.

 
How to Prepare for Your First Divorce Coaching Session divorce coach financial coaching life after divorce

Congratulations on setting up your first session with a divorce coach!  That took some courage—many people never even acknowledge that they could use some help to get through this very challenging time and needlessly suffer in silence. You, however, took steps to actually do something about it. Now ...

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How to Rebuild Financial Confidence After Divorce financial coaching financial planning life after divorce

Divorce doesn't just divide assets—it can shatter your sense of financial security. Even if you were the “money person” in the relationship, the emotional and logistical upheaval of starting over can shake your confidence to the core.

But here’s what I want you to know: you are not broken—and you a...

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How the Kitchen Sink Taught Me Self-Care infidelity life after divorce mediation preparing for divorce

by Liesel Darby, ADR Certified Divorce Coach, Divorce Mediator

You Deserve More Than a Sandwich Over the Sink – A Story of Self-Care After Divorce

You may be wondering about the title for this blog—"That’s a weird thing to say, what’s that about?”  I was thinking about how far I’ve come since the ...

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Navigating Divorce After 50: Safeguarding Your Retirement and Future asset division certified divorce financial analyst divorce after 50 financial planning life after divorce

Divorce at any age comes with financial complexities, but for those over 50, the stakes can be even higher. More couples in this age group are experiencing what is often referred to as “gray divorce,” highlighting an increasing trend of divorces among those over 50. Splitting up later in life brin

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The Chaos and Opportunity of Divorce divorce coach divorce support groups life after divorce

 by Liesel Darby, M.Ed., M.A., CC - Divorce Mediator & Divorce Coach

The Chinese Take on Chaos

Consider the word “chaos”—the images that spring to my mind contain an element of speed. Something has happened quickly, out of the blue, and your world is suddenly upside down. Chaos is the opposite of ...

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From Winter of Divorce to the Spring of Renewal: Your Path to Growth divorce coach divorce support groups life after divorce

by Liesel Darby, Mediator & Divorce Coach

Divorce—a stark winter landscape where the familiar, leaf-laden trees of love and partnership are suddenly bare. But what if I told you that beneath that ice lies seeds of resilience waiting to sprout? Just as the arrival of spring heralds rebirth and new b...

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Finding Peace in the Midst of Divorce: How to Heal After a Breakup divorce coach divorce support groups life after divorce mediation

It's the New Year! Now what?

Post by Liesel Darby, Divorce Coach & Mediator

The New Year is all about starting fresh, starting over, moving forward. Unless you happen to have a giant shiny red REFRESH button to hit on January 1, some intentional pondering must happen before any changes are made. I...

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Navigating Life Changes: Divorce Podcasts & Other Inspiring Resources certified divorce financial analyst co-parenting dividing assets in a divorce divorce coach house in a divorce life after divorce mediation property division in divorce

Experiencing a divorce is undeniably one of life's most difficult challenges, often leaving individuals feeling isolated and bewildered. However, imagine having a steadfast companion who could accompany you on this journey, offering expert guidance, emotional solace, and a remarkable sense of commun...

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10 Effective Strategies to Make Your Divorce Settlement Last asset division budgeting financial planning life after divorce

Divorce is undeniably a tumultuous period in anyone's life, characterized by emotional upheaval and significant financial changes. The impact of a divorce on one's financial future can be destabilizing if not handled with care. However, by engaging in careful planning and making thoughtful decisions...

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Post-Divorce Financial Planning: Why Revisiting Your Investments Matters certified divorce financial analyst financial planning life after divorce retirement accounts in divorce

Navigating the divorce process can often feel like a turbulent, confusing, and uncertain storm. Amid the whirlwind of emotions, it's easy to overlook a critical lifeline that can guide you towards calmer waters - financial stability. Financial stability, specifically taking control of your investmen...

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Divorce After 50: Challenges & Survival Tips for a Gray Divorce divorce after 50 gray divorce life after divorce preparing for divorce

Divorce after the age of 50 can be difficult and has its own unique set of challenges. After years of building a life together, couples may have a shared social network, financial assets, and even health concerns that can make the process of separation more complicated. 

Unfortunately, it is fairly...

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An Online Divorce Support Group: A Safe Space That Offers Strength and Relief divorce coach divorce support groups life after divorce preparing for divorce

This blog post was written by Liesel Darby, Mediator & Divorce Coach.

Have you ever noticed the incredible relief that comes from realizing you're not alone in your struggles? Knowing that others have faced similar challenges can be immensely comforting, especially when it feels like your loved one...

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