Divorce with Sam and Leah

If your child comes home from their other parent’s house and suddenly you’re getting attitude, shutdown, coldness, or full-blown emotional explosions… this episode is for you.
Before you spiral and assume you’re failing, we need you to hear this clearly:
It doesn’t mean your child doesn’t love you.It often means you’re the safe parent.
In this episode, we break down why kids in high-conflict co-parenting dynamics often hold it together at one house… and then unload everything onto mom. We talk about nervous system crashes, loyalty binds, displacement, control-seeking behavior, and why testing limits can actually be a test of unconditional love — not defiance.
You’ll walk away understanding what’s really happening underneath the behavior — so you can stop taking it personally, regulate yourself first, and respond in a way that protects your peace and your relationship with your child.
If this dynamic feels painfully familiar, you do not have to navigate it alone. Inside The Next Chapter, we give you weekly coaching, practical tools, and real support from women who get it — so you can stay steady even in high-conflict chaos.
Join us inside The Next Chapter 💙https://www.samandleah.com/services
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How do you know when it’s actually time to walk away from your marriage?
In this episode, we’re having the honest conversation so many women are scared to say out loud. We talk about the quiet signs your marriage may be over, the fear of blowing up your kids’ lives, the overwhelm that keeps you stuck, and the identity crisis that can follow divorce.
We also dive into:
The difference between a rough season and a dead marriage

The fears that keep women frozen (money, custody, judgment, shame)

Mom guilt and the pressure to “keep the family together”

The stigma women carry when they choose themselves

How to begin finding your identity again after divorce

If you’ve been lying awake at night wondering, “Is this it?” — this episode is for you.
You are not weak for questioning. You are not selfish for wanting peace. And you are not crazy for wanting more.
If you’re navigating divorce, high-conflict co-parenting, or trying to rebuild your confidence after walking away, we support you every step of the way inside The Next Chapter 💙
Inside the membership, you’ll get:
Weekly live coaching + trainings

Practical tools for high-conflict co-parenting

Replays and resources you can use anytime

A private, judgment-free community of women who truly get it

If you’re ready for steadiness, clarity, and support during one of the hardest seasons of your life, enroll in The Next Chapter: https://www.samandleah.com/services

If you’re going through a divorce and telling yourself, “I just need to get through this,” you are not alone. But what if that mindset — while emotionally protective — is setting you up for long-term financial stress?
In this episode, we’re joined by Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) Morgan to break down why “just get through the divorce” can be dangerous financial advice — especially for women navigating high-conflict divorce and co-parenting.
We talk about:
• The survival-mode decisions women make during divorce • Why keeping the house isn’t always the safest choice • The hidden risks of vague support agreements • What doesn’t show up in court orders (cash flow, tax consequences, long-term tradeoffs) • How trauma-informed financial planning protects your future • 3 powerful questions to ask before finalizing your divorce agreement
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, rushed, or pressured to settle just to make it stop, this conversation will help you slow down, think long-term, and protect your peace — financially and emotionally.
💙 If you want ongoing support, practical tools, and real guidance while navigating divorce and high-conflict co-parenting, join us inside The Next Chapter. It’s our private monthly membership designed specifically for women who are ready to stop spiraling, set stronger boundaries, and rebuild confidence with clarity: https://www.samandleah.com/services
You don’t have to figure this out alone. 
Connect with Morgan Murray: https://abri.io/divorcees/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganmurray-abri/
Instagram: @divorcemoneymorgan
Morgan’s Facebook Group: "Financial Advice for Divorced Women"
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Radical acceptance is one of the most misunderstood — and most powerful — tools when it comes to divorce, co-parenting, and healing.
In this episode, we break down what radical acceptance actually is, what it’s not, and why it’s so essential if you want to stop spiraling, reduce emotional exhaustion, and reclaim your peace after divorce.
If you’ve been stuck in anger, grief, resentment, or constantly wishing your ex would change… this conversation will help you understand why fighting reality keeps you stuck — and how acceptance can be the turning point in your healing journey.
This episode is especially helpful if you’re:
Navigating divorce or post-divorce emotions

Co-parenting with a difficult or high-conflict ex

Feeling emotionally drained, reactive, or stuck in the same patterns

Trying to heal without bypassing your feelings or lowering your standards

Radical acceptance doesn’t mean approving of what happened or letting anyone off the hook. It means ending the internal battle that keeps you tied to the past — and learning how to move forward with clarity, boundaries, and emotional steadiness.
💙 If you’re ready for support beyond this episode, check out The Next Chapter — our private membership for women navigating divorce and high-conflict co-parenting. Inside, you’ll find weekly coaching, practical tools, and a supportive community that helps you stop spiraling and start rebuilding with confidence: https://www.samandleah.com/services
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In this episode, we’re sharing a behind-the-scenes recap of our recent Costa Rica healing retreat for divorced moms — and what truly unfolded when women stepped out of survival mode and into safety, support, and community.
We talk about the emotional shifts we witnessed, the common breakthroughs that surfaced, and why so many moms arrived carrying more than they realized. From releasing guilt and hypervigilance to feeling deeply seen and understood, this retreat reminded us how powerful it is when women are given space to slow down, regulate their nervous systems, and reconnect with themselves.
We also discuss why healing doesn’t end when a retreat does — and why ongoing support, tools, and community are essential for lasting change after divorce and during co-parenting.
If you’ve been craving deeper support, clarity, and connection on your healing journey, The Next Chapter is where that work continues. Inside the membership, you’ll find practical guidance, emotional support, weekly trainings, live conversations, and a community of women who truly get it.
👉 Enroll in The Next Chapter and continue your healing journey: https://www.samandleah.com/services
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