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The Self-Doubt
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The Self-Doubt

Since my husband had left me, a common or logical response would be that I was at fault. Was I not pretty or sexy enough? Not intelligent or accomplished enough? Not a good enough companion or mother?

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The Embarrassment
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The Embarrassment

Because I wasn’t the one who ended the marriage, I felt more embarrassment than shame. I felt embarrassed because I just knew that everyone thought I made poor or rash decisions, wasn’t able to be a good wife or life partner, didn’t know how to pick a good husband, didn’t prioritize my daughter’s wellbeing over my own, or was hiding some great deficiency that would cause a man to leave me.

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The Anger
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The Anger

As I now sit with my feelings, I reflect on the myriad of emotions that come with getting a divorce. I want to share how I navigated some of these feelings. This week, we’ll talk about anger.

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A 30-Day "Man-cation"
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A 30-Day "Man-cation"

Time to turn to a much lighter and juicier topic - men! Well, more accurately, preparing myself for men after my divorce. This month, for the entire 30 days of June, I will be taking a man-cation.

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It's A Wrap
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It's A Wrap

A little over three months later, I went to check my mail after a long day of work and there was a large manila envelope stuffed in the mailbox. On the very first sheet inside, I saw that our settlement agreement was approved and that as of May 23rd, we were divorced.

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Cinematic Heartbreak
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Cinematic Heartbreak

Once I had sufficiently avoided the panic of never being loved again by embracing the fairytale, I then wanted to watch things that were a tad bit more realistic. I needed to watch someone hurting like I was hurting, and feel comforted or amused by how they were handling it. So I turned to heartbreak movies.

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I'm Laurenβ€” a mom, a coach's wife, an author, and a storyteller dedicated to helping women navigate life's transitions with strength and grace. Through my writing, I share real stories and practical insights on topics ranging from motherhood and co-parenting to finding purpose after divorce. Join me on this journey as we embrace resilience, humor, and growth in every chapter.

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