About this episode

Leah Hadley discusses the challenges women face in rebuilding their financial lives after divorce and offers practical steps for navigating this complex process.

In this solo episode, Leah Hadley explores the pivotal moment many women face after divorce: the challenge and overwhelm of rebuilding their financial life amidst uncertainty. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience, Leah offers perspective, practical steps, and empowering insights for navigating the complexities of post-divorce finances with clarity and intention. Key Topics: - Reframing "Starting Over": Why the term "starting over" can be harmful  The importance of recalibration—building from existing experience, assets, and resilience - Understanding Post-Divorce Finances: Navigating immediate cash flow changes  Handling long-term assets and the significance of early decisions  Addressing insurance and estate planning updates Recognizing and managing the emotional layer tied to financial decisions - Common Barriers to Building a Financial Plan: Waiting for things to "settle down"  Trying to tackle everything at once, leading to overwhelm  Uncertainty about who to trust in the financial industry - Practical Planning Approaches: The power of focusing on 90-day plans instead of overwhelming long-term projections  Identifying the next actionable…

People in this episode

Host: Leah Hadley

Topics covered

• post-divorce finances
• financial planning
• emotional aspects of finance
• community support
• rebuilding after divorce

Keywords

• divorce
• financial life
• rebuilding
• cash flow
• assets
• insurance
• emotional decisions
• community support

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