Are you going through a divorce or already divorced and feeling stuck, down, unfulfilled, unhappy, or unable to move forward in your life? Do you want to heal and be happy but don't know how to begin? This podcast is for you! Learn how to start the healing process in order to create a beautiful new life. Rachel S. Ruby, author of Divorce to Bliss, is a divorce healing coach, attorney, writer and entrepreneur. After divorcing mid-life from a marriage that spanned 3 decades, she was able to he ...
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The Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast is your trusted companion through every stage of divorce—emotional, legal, financial, and parental. With over nine years of impactful episodes, this top-ranked podcast supports men and women navigating the challenges of divorce, especially those facing high-conflict dynamics, co-parenting struggles, emotional overwhelm, or legal uncertainty. Hosted by Karen McMahon, Certified Divorce Coach® and founder of Journey Beyond Divorce, the show offers strategic gu ...
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Join Champ Franklin, a renowned intimacy consultant, and Lauria, a distinguished psychologist and domestic violence expert, as they navigate the complex world of intimate relationships in ”Heart to Heart: Unveiling Intimacy.” Each episode delves deep into the emotional, psychological, and social facets of building and maintaining meaningful connections. Whether seeking healing, growth, or understanding, this podcast offers enlightening discussions, expert advice, and heartfelt stories that r ...
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How Do I Know If It's Time to Divorce? The Brutal Truth No One Talks About
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In this episode, I'm inviting you into one of the most tender and complicated questions you may ever face: How Do I Know If It's Time to Divorce? If you've been living in a cycle of uncertainty, replaying conversations, second-guessing yourself, or worrying about the impact on your children, this conversation is designed to bring you clarity, calm,…
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Financial fear is one of the biggest fears experienced by people upon divorce, especially women. The fact is that many women are not traditionally taught about finances and how to invest...but you don't have to be afraid of that because Rachel's guest Steph Wagner will teach you how to change your relationship with money. Steph is a nationally reco…
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Divorce Disaster Waiting to Happen: The Cost of Not Building a Strategic Team Early
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, we explore one of the most important strategies for navigating divorce: building a collaborative team from the start. I talk with Andrea Vacca, a leading collaborative divorce attorney, about how legal, financial, and emotional professionals working together can reduce stress, protect your long…
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The Costly Mistake Most People Make in Divorce: Ignoring the Money Trail
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Are you worried your spouse is hiding money or manipulating finances during your divorce? In high-conflict divorces, it's all too common for funds to be moved, concealed, or dissipated, leaving one partner in the dark and anxious about their financial future. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I dive into the high-stakes world o…
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Why Emotional Immaturity Destroys Relationships: A Conversation for Men & Women
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Why do so many relationships fall apart because one partner can't—or won't—connect emotionally? Why do men and women alike find themselves trapped in cycles of emotional immaturity, disconnection, and pain that lead to divorce? For many women, life with an emotionally unavailable or immature partner feels confusing and isolating. For single moms, t…
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Breaking Energetic Ties After Divorce: Healing, Letting Go & Reopening to Love with Joanna Shakti, The Soul Love Mentor and Founder of Ecstatic Intimacy
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Have you ever wondered why, even after divorce, your ex still feels energetically present in your life? Divorce isn't just the end of a relationship... it's a profound emotional, energetic, and spiritual transition. Long after the legal papers are signed and the physical separation is complete, many people remain unconsciously bonded to their forme…
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When Your Wife Wants a Divorce... And You Didn't See It Coming with Relationship and Personal‐Growth Coach, Tim Wade
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When your wife says she wants a divorce... and you never saw it coming... it can feel like your world is collapsing. Most men panic in that moment. They chase, plead, argue, or withdraw… all the things that feel natural, but only push her further away. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with transformational men's coa…
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Navigating Narcissistic Co-Parenting with Clarity and Strength with Dr. David Hawkins, Founder and Director of the Marriage Recovery Center and the Emotional Abuse Institute
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Co-parenting is never easy—but when your ex displays narcissistic or emotionally abusive behaviors, it can feel impossible. You're not just managing logistics—you're protecting your peace, supporting your children, and trying not to lose yourself in the chaos. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. David Hawkins, founder of the Marriage Recovery Center…
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Abuse Recovery: Why Narcissistic Trauma Takes Longer to Heal with Justine Weber. Psy.D & Coach
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Healing from narcissistic abuse during divorce is one of the hardest emotional battles you'll ever face. The confusion, self-doubt, and emotional traps can feel endless—but recovery is possible, and faster than you think. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast, Karen McMahon speaks with Dr. Justine Weber, licensed psychologist and na…
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Healing Betrayal at the Cellular Level: Somatic Freedom After Infidelity with Guest, Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt, Betrayal Recovery Coach, Attorney, and TEDx Speaker
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Betrayal doesn't just happen in your mind—it lives in your body. The racing heart, the tight chest, the endless mental loops that keep you awake at night… they're not just "in your head." They're your body holding on to trauma. And while journaling, therapy, and mindset work can bring clarity, they don't always free you from the pain that's lodged …
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The Unspoken Grief of Divorced Men and How to Rise From It with Founder of Men's Therapy Online, Marc Azoulay, LPC, LAC, CPG, ACS
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Marc Azoulay, psychotherapist and founder of Men's Therapy Online, for a raw and powerful conversation about the struggles men face during and after divorce. Too often, men are left to navigate their grief alone—raised to be stoic, self-sufficient, and emotionally guarded. But w…
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Dating After Divorce: Expert Tips on Confidence, Curiosity & Connection with Legendary Matchmaker & Dating Coach, Julie Ferman
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Stepping back into the dating world after a long marriage and painful divorce can feel overwhelming. The landscape has changed, your confidence may feel shaky, and it's easy to carry old fears and insecurities with you. But what if dating after divorce wasn't about pressure or "finding the one"? What if it was an invitation to rediscover yourself? …
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Essential Steps for Business Owners Facing Divorce with Gabriella Martinelli, CDFA®
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Gabriella Martinelli, a seasoned Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® and founder of Ever After Wealth®, to explore the critical steps business owners must take to value and protect their businesses before a divorce. With over two decades of experience helping entrepreneurs navi…
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When the Abuse Has No Bruises: How to Spot, Speak About, and Heal from Emotional Harm with Annette Oltmans, Founder and CEO of The M3ND Project
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Abuse doesn't always leave physical scars, but it always leaves an impact. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Annette Oltmans — survivor, author, and founder of The M3ND Project — to shine a light on the realities of emotional and covert abuse, and the all-too-common retraumatization that happens when victims see…
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Rewire Your Beliefs: Shift Painful Emotions Instantly with ThetaHealing with Sanaiyah Gurnamal
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Letting go of a long-term relationship can feel like losing a lifetime investment, leaving you with grief, resentment, and confusion about how to move forward. Divorce often stirs old wounds and unconscious beliefs formed in childhood, patterns that resurface in marriage and make the ending feel even more painful. Many people believe it will take y…
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Parallel Parenting: Boundaries, Structure & Legal Clarity with Randi L. Karmel, PLLC
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When co-parenting feels impossible because of constant conflict, there is another way. It's called parallel parenting—a structure designed for high-conflict divorce that reduces interaction, sets clear boundaries, and allows both parents to focus on their children's wellbeing. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I'm joined by Ran…
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Faith in the Fire: Why a Spiritual Foundation Matters in Life's Hardest Moments with Pastor Ray Longwood
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In this deeply personal and heart-centered episode, Karen McMahon sits down with her longtime friend and pastor, Ray Longward, Lead Pastor at Experience Vineyard Church, for an open and vulnerable conversation about faith, healing, and leadership in life's hardest seasons. For the first time publicly, Karen shares the central role her Christian fai…
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Everyone wants to be happy after divorce, but sadly for many this may not be a reality. We can get so bogged down with fear, negativity and hopelessness that we become our own worst enemy, and don't know how to get out of the dark well of unhappiness. What if you suddenly KNEW how to find happiness after divorce? Actually, if you are a regular of t…
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When Money Turns Malicious: High-Conflict Divorce in Wealthy Families with New York Attorney, Joshua L. Rieger
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In high-net-worth divorces, money isn't just a shared asset—it often becomes the sharpest weapon in the conflict. From hidden accounts to excessive legal spending, financial manipulation can turn an already painful process into a drawn-out war. In this powerful episode, high-conflict divorce coach Karen McMahon explores the darker side of wealth an…
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Divorce-Proof Your Wallet: What High-Earning Women Must Know with CDFA, Nikki Turner
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This episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast explores what high-earning women need to know to protect their finances before, during, and after divorce. Guest expert Nikki Tucker, personal financial strategist and founder of The FIIRM Approach, shares actionable strategies for staying empowered through financial transitions. With a focus on pr…
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Hypnosis is a powerful healing tool that is often misunderstood, and some people are scared of it or do not believe it can be helpful. With the right hypnotherapist it IS possible to help in one's healing journey. Personally hypnosis has helped Rachel multiple times. It can bring you down to a relaxed level so that you are able to focus on what is …
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Healing the Nervous System After High-Conflict Divorce with Dr. Nima Rahmany
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When you're in a high-conflict divorce or co-parenting with someone who constantly triggers you, it's not just emotional—it's physiological. That fight, flight, or freeze response you keep having? It's your nervous system calling for help. In this powerful episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, Karen McMahon sits down with nervous system an…
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Why Women Need Each Other When Healing From Divorce
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Women are the goddesses who give life and take care of others, the ones who "do it all" and love deeply. They are strong and beautiful and can be full of deep emotions. When things get difficult many women think they can "handle it," but with all the hats they tend to wear this can get tricky and lead to pain, fear and trauma. Divorce is the perfec…
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Navigating the Male Identity Crisis in Divorce with Josh Tomeoni, Divorce Coach, CFP, ChFC, CLU, RICP
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, host Karen McMahon sits down with Josh Tomeoni, a men's coach, financial expert, and host of The Derelict Podcast. Josh shares his personal journey through divorce and how it led him to help other men navigate life's toughest transitions. With 18 years of experience building financial planning …
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Why Men Need Each Other When Healing From Divorce
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It used to be that men had a tribe - the young boys were initiated into the tribe at a certain age and they learned from the men how to be a man. They hunted together and sat around the fire listening to stories from the elders, learning the essence of being a man in their world, with plenty of strong examples to follow. There are some parts of the…
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Out of My Comfort Zone & Into My Genius Zone: A Year of Radical Realignment
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Ready to regain your confidence and clarity during divorce? Join Karen McMahon's High Conflict Divorce Support Group—a 6-session group coaching program designed to help you manage triggers, set boundaries, and take back control. -- 2024 cracked me open. It was one of the hardest years I've lived through—personally and professionally. I felt misalig…
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Post Divorce Money Moves That Can't Wait with Jacki Roessler, CDFA
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Ready to regain your confidence and clarity during divorce? Join Karen McMahon's High Conflict Divorce Support Group—a 6-session group coaching program designed to help you manage triggers, set boundaries, and take back control. -- In this empowering episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, Karen McMahon sits down with Certified Divorce Finan…
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Spiritual Awakening Through Divorce and Trauma
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Did you know that experiencing a spiritual awakening through trauma, like a divorce, is common? Many people have this experience but may not realize what is happening - other than feeling amazing within body, mind and spirit. Awakenings are life-altering, and can be different for each person. But why do they often happen when we are healing and can…
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