Navigating the holidays when you’re going through a divorce – or have recently gone through a divorce – can really suck. Money will likely be tighter, you may not see your kids as much, and the holiday traditions you once cherished are likely to be gone forever.

But just because your holidays will be undeniably different, that doesn’t mean they have to be miserable.

In this podcast episode, divorce expert Jackie Pilossoph—creator of Divorced Girl Smiling—shares deeply relatable stories and actionable tips for surviving the holidays, even if you’re feeling sad, alone, or overwhelmed. Jackie opens up about her own experience of spending her first Christmas without her kids, offering insights on how to honor your emotions while finding ways to reclaim joy during these tough times.

If you’re alone today – or on any major holiday – Jackie’s creative and practical ideas can help you feel better right now, even if you didn’t plan ahead. You’ll discover how taking even small steps can shift your mindset and improve your mood, even when you think that’s impossible.

Don’t struggle through the holiday season! Take a break. Listen to this episode. You’ll feel better.

[SPOILER ALERT: This episode just might make you feel SO good that you even forget how miserable you just were!]

About Jackie
Jackie Pilossoph is the creator and Editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling, a media company comprised of a website, podcast, mobile app, and professional resources. Jackie holds a Masters degree in Broadcast Journalism and is a former television news reporter and features reporter and writer for the Chicago Tribune.

Where to Connect with Jackie
You can connect with Jackie on Facebook at Divorced Girl Smiling or in her Facebook Group, The Divorced Girl Smiling Group. She is on LinkedIn as Divorced Girl Smiling. You can also find her on her website at DivorcedGirlSmiling.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Ever wonder why you and your spouse seem to have the same fight over and over again? Or why the way your spouse treats you reminds you of how your mother/father/brother/sister treated you? Or why – if you’re already divorced and are dating again – you seem to pick the same kind of romantic partner over … and over … and over again?

The answer to these questions and more often lies buried deeply in your past.

In this week’s podcast episode, Tammy Cox, a transformational coach, reveals how even seemingly minor emotional experiences can create deep-seated beliefs that unconsciously drive our adult behaviors and relationship patterns.

Those internalized beliefs – beliefs such as feeling unlovable or unimportant - create invisible emotional blueprints that repeat throughout our lives, influencing everything from our self-perception to our closest relationships.

Thankfully, by learning to recognize our emotional triggers and exploring their origins, we can uncover and neutralize our childhood wounds and create more fulfilling adult relationships.

If you’ve ever suffered from self-doubt or feelings of unworthiness, this podcast episode will show you how to shift your belief system and start choosing beliefs that empower you. In that way you can start to break dysfunctional relationship patterns and step into true emotional freedom.

About Tammy
Tammy Cox is a dedicated Transformational Coach with a passion for helping women transform their lives and relationships. With a unique focus on inner child healing, Tammy uncovers the root causes of relationship breakdowns, guiding her clients on a deeply transformative journey toward rekindling emotional connection and love. Tammy's personal life journey was marked by significant childhood wounds, bringing her to a crossroads where she faced two choices: surrender to despair or embark on a path of healing. She chose the latter, committing to an inspiring voyage of self-discovery and personal growth, which shaped her into the transformational coach she is today.

Connect with Tammy
You can connect with Tammy on LinkedIn at Tammy Cox and on Facebook at Tammy Cox. You can follow Tammy on Instagram at Tammy Cox and X on Tamncox. To find out all about Tammy visit her Linktr at Tammy Cox.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Has your marriage become dull and boring? What if you could rekindle the passion you used to have for your spouse while simultaneously deepening your emotional connection and revving up your sex life?

Sound too good to be true?

According to health and sex researcher Matt Cook, all of that (and more!) is possible.

In this podcast episode Matt shares the groundbreaking concepts he discovered that transformed his own 25-year marriage from boring to booming. He reveals secrets about the "oxytocin track," the “Coolidge effect,” and the often-overlooked orgasm cycle. Matt also shares how simple changes in intimacy habits can reignite passion and strengthen bonds in long-term relationships.

Matt doesn’t shy away from discussing taboo sexual topics in a quest to help couples transform their relationships, rediscover their passion, and build greater intimacy, regardless of their current struggles or physical constraints.

If you’re looking for holistic approaches to sexual health, and solutions to challenges like low libido, erectile dysfunction, and hormone imbalances, this a must-listen-to podcast episode. It just might revolutionize the way you think about love and connection regardless of your age.

About Matt
Matt Cook has coached over 80,000 men and runs the largest on-line university for alternative health and sex for men, GetMemberAccess.com. He helps men have the relationship and healthy life of their dreams using alternative methods and I have no doubt you’ll find this very eye opening and quite opposite of what every other so-called expert is saying.

Connect with Matt
You can learn more about Matt’s work and gain access to his experiments, courses, transformation classes, newsletters and more on his website getmemberaccess.com. And view his YouTube Channel at @RealMattCook.

Free Offer
To get Matt’s latest book, Partners for Life, opt in to receive his newsletter at DailyMedicalDiscoveries.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.