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Divorce Survival: 5 Strategies to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up

The Divorce Course Podcast

Release Date: 08/05/2025

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Listen to this Episode If You:
💔 Feel like the divorce process is dragging on and you’re running on empty
⚖️ Need legal strategies to slow things down without giving up entirely
🛡️ Want practical ways to protect your emotional energy
👶 Are trying to stay strong for your children while navigating court or mediation
đź’¬ Need a pep talk (with a legal twist) to help you keep going

If you’ve ever thought, “I just can’t do this anymore” during your separation or divorce, this episode is for you. Laura and Lyn share a heartfelt mix of practical legal steps and emotional strategies to help you through the moments when giving up feels like the easiest option.

From taking baby steps and giving yourself permission to pause, to understanding how far you’ve already come, this is part pep talk, part legal guide — designed to help you push forward with clarity and confidence.

They also cover how to handle deadlines from aggressive lawyers, the value of aligning your actions with your values, and why you’re probably doing far better than you think (even if it doesn’t feel like it right now).

đź“Ś Trigger Warning: This episode discusses family violence and post-separation abuse.

 

⏱️ Episode Timeline – What We Discuss:
[0:00] – Feeling like giving up? Here’s why your future (and your kids) need you to keep going
[2:00] – Five strategies to help you keep moving forward in divorce
[4:00] – Strategy #1: 
[7:00] – Strategy #2:
[9:00] – Legal ways to request more time in your case
[11:00] – Recognising pressure tactics designed to make you quit
[12:00] – Strategy #3:
[14:00] – Why timelines help you see progress and keep motivated
[15:00] – Strategy #4: 
[18:00] – Remembering why you’re doing this — for your kids and your future
[19:00] – Strategy #5: 
[27:00] – Handling post-separation abuse without giving up
[30:00] – Setting boundaries to protect yourself from relentless contact
[33:00] – Recap of the five key strategies
[34:00] – Download your free “Don’t Give Up” worksheet
[36:00] – Final encouragement to keep going — it will end

 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Small, consistent actions are better than trying to fix everything at once

  • Pausing isn’t quitting — it’s a strategy for survival

  • Remind yourself of your past wins to boost confidence

  • Stay aligned with your values and instincts to avoid regret

  • Progress is happening, even when you can’t see it

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 đź“Ś Legal Disclaimer: This is a general discussion and not legal advice. Please see a qualified lawyer for advice specific to your situation.