Divorce is overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. I’m Corey Shapiro, a New York City divorce attorney, and on Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind, I break down the emotional side of divorce into plain, practical steps so you can think clearly and move forward with confidence. https://www.gettingdivorced.org
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A podcast for federal employees who are FedUp with non compliance and an unjust system, and who are FedUp with being constantly mistreated, misinformed, and or misrepresented. Hosted by a retired federal employee himself, who has been through it all, and who has helped many federal employees across this country, this podcast will talk about a wide range of common issues all federal employees continually face, in addition to giving federal employees a platform for their voices to be heard, an ...
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Episode 47: Spotlighted Provider — Millennium Rehabilitation: Trusted Care for Federal Employees
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59:36Today’s episode spotlights Alex Sherman of Millennium Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, a trusted provider serving federal employees in the Bronx, NY, and surrounding areas. Millennium sets itself apart with its multilingual support and cultural and religious awareness, ensuring every patient is treated with dignity and respect. They also provide im…
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The Lawyer You Hire Can Save Your Family or Burn It Down
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8:37Corey explains why “shark” lawyers often leave families in ruins. He breaks down the swarmer, the brawler, the boxer, and the top dog. Corey shares the one question to ask before you hire any attorney. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advi…
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How to Respond Wisely When Every Button Is Pushed
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12:00Corey Shapiro breaks down one of the nastiest divorce games: serving papers at work just to humiliate. He shares how to avoid firing off a text you will regret and introduces a new 24-minute pause using AI to help you respond wisely, not wildly. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to ent…
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How to Stay Calm When Your Ex Knows Exactly How to Get to You
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11:00Your ex knows exactly how to get under your skin, and that is no accident. Corey explains why reacting in the moment can wreck your case and how a simple pause can save your time, money, and peace of mind. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal …
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Episode 46: Shapiro Federal: The Legal Powerhouse in the FedUp Network of Resources
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2:37:52Today, I sit down with Geoffrey and Zachary Shapiro from Shapiro Federal, a fourth-generation, family run law firm that has been standing with and fighting for injured federal employees since 1933. With over 90 years of experience, and more than 17,500 cases nationwide, Shapiro Federal is now the official legal resource within the FedUp Network of …
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This episode is about why reacting in the heat of the moment can backfire. Corey shares how a simple pause can keep you from making a mistake that hurts your case, your co-parenting, and your peace of mind. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal…
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Why Divorce Feels Like Groundhog Day and How to Break the Cycle
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8:18Forget spouse against spouse. Corey makes the case for treating divorce like a family system, not a fight, and shows why you may need to lead even if your ex won’t. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your d…
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Episode 45: Corruption in Dubuque — The Story They Tried to Bury
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5:17:42In this episode, retired city letter carrier Tina Schmerbach shares her four-year battle through corruption, cover-ups, harassment, and betrayal inside the USPS and NALC. From local branch failures to national leadership neglect, from Postal Inspectors ignoring threats, to law enforcement, a district attorney, and politicians looking the other way,…
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When the Urge to Leave Isn’t the Answer (Yet)
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7:40When tensions rise, Corey shares why sometimes the smartest move in divorce is doing nothing at all. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your …
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Most people want answers in divorce; Corey explains why better questions matter more. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.…
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When Two Good People Still Struggle to Divorce Well
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9:10What happens when both spouses want to divorce well, but emotions still threaten to derail the plan? Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your …
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When You’re Both Triggered: How to Divorce Without Escalating
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7:15When both sides are in operator mode, Corey shows how to stop the spiral before it turns into all-out war. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in…
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When You’re the Only One Trying to Keep It Peaceful
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4:24Corey explains how to stay grounded when you want peace and your spouse chooses conflict. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdictio…
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Most people don’t need more legal tactics; they need a better lens. In this powerful episode, Corey Shapiro challenges you to stop spinning in circles and start asking the one question that changes everything: What am I trading that isn’t equal? Because staying stuck isn’t neutral, it’s expensive. It drains your time, your peace, and your power. If…
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A high-profile lawyer doesn’t always mean high-quality results. In this final episode of our Divorce Attorney Styles series, Corey Shapiro explains what a “Top Dog” attorney really brings to the table, why reputation can be misleading, and how to protect your case — and your budget — from intimidation theater. Whether you’re facing off with a name-…
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If your ex’s attorney is loud, aggressive, or constantly stirring up drama, it’s easy to panic. Especially if your attorney is calm, measured, and quiet. You start wondering—am I losing? In this episode, divorce coach Corey Shapiro breaks down the third divorce attorney style: The Boxer. Not flashy. Not chaotic. But steady, strategic, and ready to …
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If your divorce feels like a boxing match, you might be up against a brawler—someone who’s obsessed with one issue and won’t let go. In this episode, divorce coach and attorney Corey Shapiro unpacks the “brawler” attorney style: what it looks like, how it operates, and how to respond without getting knocked out. Brawlers aren’t random. They’re focu…
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Don’t feed the chaos: how to outsmart a swarmer in your divorce
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4:26If every message from your ex or their attorney feels like an ambush, you’re not imagining it—you’re dealing with a swarmer. In this episode, I’ll show you how to spot the tactics that thrive on chaos and keep you stuck in reaction mode. You’ll learn how to stay steady, shut down the noise, and make strategic moves that actually move your case forw…
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Sometimes it’s not just your ex—it’s their attorney. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the four types of divorce lawyers who fuel conflict instead of resolution—and how to stay steady when the other side plays dirty. If you’re months (or years) in and wondering, “Why is this still dragging on?”—this will help you get clear, get grounded, …
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Divorce can take years. Don’t waste them.
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10:08Everyone worries about money. But what about the hours, months—even years—this could steal from your life? In this episode, I unpack the real cost of conflict: your time, your energy, your peace. I’ll share five ways I help clients protect their calendar and their sanity—including how to avoid pointless meetings, use a 24-hour pause to regain contr…
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Time Is the hidden cost of divorce—don’t waste It.
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11:03Divorce can drag on for years—and no one tells you how much it will take out of you. In this episode, I talk about why your energy is your most precious resource and how to protect it like a budget. I’ll share three simple tools I use with clients—movement, gratitude, and meditation—to help refill your tank and stop pouring yourself into every fire…
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I think my lawyer’s being honest. But I still don’t understand the bill.
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9:32Divorce is expensive, but it should not cost your financial future. In this episode, we break down three hidden traps that often drain money without you realizing it. You will learn how to spot billing abuse, understand the risks of attorney fee dynamics between spouses, and explore alternatives to open-ended hourly rates. If you are worried about …
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Divorce torture comes in only two forms: fast or slow
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9:50Divorce is expensive, but not just in dollars. Emotional spending is what drains people the fastest. In this episode, we look at the real cost of reactivity, the difference between fear-based and faith-based decisions, and how to cut your emotional output by half. This is how you stop fueling the conflict and start protecting your future. Welcome t…
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My divorce ended years ago. But it’s still ruining birthdays.
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8:24A divorce doesn't end when the papers are signed. Not when there are birthdays, graduations, and future weddings ahead. In this episode, we introduce the Divorce Budget, a four-part framework that helps you protect your emotions, finances, energy, and time. If you want to avoid decisions that drain your future, this is where to start. Welcome to Ge…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Episode 44: Interview with Corey Walton & James Henry; Groundbreaking Announcement That Will Shake the NALC
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1:05:33Attention All NALC Members & City Letter Carriers: In this episode of FedUp, we’re joined by James Henry and Corey Walton, two CLC candidates in the upcoming 2026 NALC election. This short but powerful conversation delivers a game-changing moment as James Henry makes a groundbreaking announcement—heard here first—that is sure to send shockwaves thr…
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The Power of Nothing: When Inaction is Your Best Action
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9:24Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over two decades of experience. I’ve seen how divorce can derail even the strongest among us. My job is to help you stop reacting, start thinki…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Episode 43: Interview with NALC Branch 132 President & CLC Resident National Officer Candidate, Kimetra Simpson - Lewis
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2:08:26Today, we sit down with Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, a powerhouse in the labor movement and a relentless advocate for letter carriers. As President of Dallas Lone Star NALC Local Branch 132, Kim has spent three decades fighting for workers' rights, ensuring fair treatment, safe conditions, and a strong union that truly represents its members. From her ea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Episode 42: Interview with Letter Carrier Advocate & NALC Director of City Delivery Candidate, Corey Walton
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4:20:26Attention All NALC Members & USPS City Letter Carriers: Today’s guest is Corey Walton, a 32-year letter carrier, host of the acclaimed From A to Arbitration Podcast, and a relentless advocate for the members of the NALC (National Association of Letter Carriers). Corey has spent decades standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the rank and file, fighting …
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Episode 41: Interview with Brooklyn - Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41 President, and NALC National Trustee Candidate, John Cruz
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1:34:04Today, we’re joined by John Cruz, the powerhouse President of the Brooklyn-Staten Island NALC Merged Branch 41. Known for his unwavering advocacy for City Letter Carriers, John’s dedication sends shockwaves through management and commands respect across the NALC. Listen to us as we dive deep into his journey as a relentless champion for his members…
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Welcome to Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind—the podcast that helps you stay creative, not reactive, during one of life’s most challenging transitions. I’m Corey Shapiro, a NYC divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience, and I’ve seen firsthand how divorce can derail even the strongest of us. Let’s get you through this—stronger, clea…
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Corey sits down with Dr. Jeremy S. Gaies, a true peacemaker for families navigating divorce. Dr. Gaies is the author of A Clear and Easy Guide to Collaborative Divorce and co-author of Mindful Co-Parenting: A Child-Friendly Path Through Divorce. With nearly three decades of experience in Tampa, Florida, he’s helped countless families find healthier…
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Episode 40: Interview with NALC Branch 254 President & NALC Region 12 NBA Candidate, William Kriebel
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3:01:18In this episode, we sit down with Bill Kriebel, a dedicated candidate for NALC Region 12 National Business Agent (NBA). Through his background as a Marine Corps veteran, a working branch president, and a steadfast advocate for letter carriers, Bill brings a unique blend of experience and passion to his campaign. Join us as Bill shares his seven key…
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