The Midlife Comeback Club | Divorce, Faith, Confidence, Relationships, Healing

Episode #19: Healing After Divorce Takes Longer Than Forgiveness—and That’s Okay You’ve forgiven… So why does it still hurt? If you’re a Christian woman navigating life after divorce, this is one of the most confusing parts of the healing process. Because you’ve prayed about it. You’ve made the decision to forgive. You want to move forward. And yet… You’re still triggered. Still emotional. Still feeling the weight of what happened. In this honest and faith-filled episode of The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast, we’re breaking down the difference between forgiveness and healing—and why they don’t happen on the same timeline. Because forgiveness is a decision… But healing? That’s a process. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why forgiving someone doesn’t instantly heal emotional pain – The difference between forgiveness and emotional healing after divorce – Why you may still feel triggered—even after you’ve forgiven – How to release guilt around “not being over it yet” – What the Bible says about forgiveness vs. healing – Why healing takes time—and what that actually looks like – How to walk through emotional healing with God instead of rushing it ✨ Ready to Start Healing? If you’re tired of: 💛 feeling stuck in your emotions 💛 questioning whether you’ve really forgiven 💛 trying to rush your healing You don’t have to do this alone. And you don’t have to figure this out by yourself. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: • My 90-Day transformational program • Weekly live coaching & Q&A calls • Faith-based healing and confidence rebuilding • A supportive community of Christian women walking the same journey 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club: https://www.loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club 💛 Join My Free Facebook Community Looking for daily encouragement and real conversations? 👉 Join Healing After Divorce for Midlife Christian Women: https://bit.ly/healingaftermidlifedivorce🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast ✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ✨ Share this episode with another woman who needs this message Your support helps more women searching for: 👉 healing after divorce 👉 Christian forgiveness and healing 👉 emotional healing after divorce find this podcast. 🫶 Take My FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Find out which stage of healing you’re in: 1. Survival2. Clarity3. Rediscovery4. Rising Take my quiz here! https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 Connect With Me! Contact me: hello@loriannfeeley.comWebsite: https://www.loriannfeeley.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #17: Rebuilding Confidence After Divorce Without Faking It or Forcing It “Just be confident.” “Fake it till you make it.” “Just believe in yourself.” If you’re a Christian woman navigating life after divorce… that advice probably makes you want to roll your eyes. Because when your life has been turned upside down, confidence doesn’t just magically come back. In fact, after divorce, it’s not just your confidence that takes a hit… It’s your self-trust. In this honest and faith-filled episode of The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast, I break down what it really looks like to rebuild confidence after divorce—without pretending, performing, or forcing yourself into a version of confidence that doesn’t feel real. Because true confidence isn’t something you fake… It’s something you rebuild—one step at a time. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why confidence after divorce isn’t just about mindset & what it really is – The truth about “fake it till you make it” (and why it doesn’t work long-term) – How divorce impacts your confidence, identity, and decision-making – The connection between faith, action, and rebuilding confidence – Why small daily promises are the foundation of real confidence – How to move forward even when you feel unsure, emotional, or not ready ✨ Ready to Rebuild Your Confidence (For Real)? If you’re tired of: 💛 second-guessing yourself 💛 feeling stuck or unsure 💛 trying to “fake” confidence that doesn’t feel real You don’t have to do this alone. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: • My transformational 90-Day Comeback Program • Weekly live coaching and Q&A sessions • Faith-based guidance for healing after divorce • A supportive community of Christian women rebuilding their lives You don’t have to navigate this season alone. 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club: https://www.loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club 💛 Join My Free Facebook Community Looking for daily encouragement and real conversations with women who understand? 👉 Join Healing After Divorce for Midlife Christian Women https://bit.ly/healingaftermidlifedivorce 🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast ✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ✨ Share this episode with another woman rebuilding after divorce Your review helps more women searching for: 👉 confidence after divorce 👉 Christian divorce recovery 👉 healing after divorce for women over 40 find this podcast when they need it most. Take My FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Not sure where you are in your healing journey? Find out your stage—Survival, Clarity, Rediscovery, or Rising: 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 Connect With Me Website: https://www.loriannfeeley.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #15: Why “Just Have Faith” Is Terrible Advice for Divorced Women “Just have faith.” If you’re a Christian woman going through divorce, chances are you’ve heard this more than once. And while it sounds encouraging… It often leaves you feeling more confused, frustrated, and even spiritually stuck. Because when your life has just fallen apart, your identity feels shaken, and your emotions are all over the place… “Just have faith” doesn’t actually tell you what to do next. In this honest and eye-opening episode of "The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast," I break down why this common piece of advice falls flat for so many Christian women after divorce—and what real, practical faith actually looks like in a season of healing. Because the truth is… Faith isn’t meant to replace your healing.And it’s not meant to silence your emotions. If you’ve been trying to “just have faith” but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, this episode will help you understand something powerful. You’re not doing it wrong.You’ve just been given incomplete advice. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why “just have faith” can feel frustrating and unhelpful after divorce– How this advice can unintentionally keep Christian women emotionally stuck– The difference between real faith and passive waiting– Why faith doesn’t eliminate grief, confusion, or emotional pain– What the Bible actually shows about faith and taking action– How to move forward after divorce with both faith and practical steps– What real, grounded faith looks like during divorce recovery ✨ Ready to Move Forward with Confidence and Faith? If this episode spoke to your heart, the next step is surrounding yourself with women who truly understand this journey. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: 🎉 My transformational 90-Day Comeback Program 🎉 Weekly live coaching and Q&A sessions🎉 Faith-based guidance for healing after divorce🎉 A supportive community of Christian women rebuilding their lives You don’t have to navigate this season alone. 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club:https://www.loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club 🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to "The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast"✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman healing after divorce Your review helps more women searching for Christian divorce recovery, faith after divorce, and emotional healing after divorce find this podcast when they need it most. Take the FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Discover what phase of healing you’re in after divorce—and what your next step should be. 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 Connect With MeJoin the Healing After Divorce for Midlife Christian Women Facebook Group Here! https://bit.ly/healingaftermidlifedivorce Website: https://www.loriannfeeley.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #13: The Truth About the Proverbs 31 Woman: Why Christian Women Stay in Unhealthy Relationships For years, many Christian women have been taught that being a “Proverbs 31 woman” means staying quiet, keeping the peace, and enduring—no matter what. But what if that’s not what the Bible actually teaches? In this bold and eye-opening episode of The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast, I unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in Christian womanhood—and how it may be keeping you stuck in unhealthy patterns after divorce. Because the truth is… Being a godly woman does not mean tolerating behavior that breaks you. And it definitely doesn’t mean abandoning yourself in the process. If you’ve ever felt like you had to choose between your faith and your well-being, this episode will help you see something clearly. You don’t have to disappear to be a “good Christian woman.” In This Episode You’ll Learn: – What the Proverbs 31 woman actually represents (and what she doesn’t)– Why “just pray and stay” is often misunderstood—and not always biblical– The difference between true strength and silent self-abandonment– What it really means to “guard your heart” as a Christian woman– What Jesus would do in an unhealthy relationship– Why your value is not based on how much you tolerate– How to begin reclaiming your voice, your confidence, and your identity after divorce ✨Ready to Rebuild Your Life with Confidence and Faith? If this episode spoke to your heart, the next step is surrounding yourself with women who are walking this journey too. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: ✨ My transformational 90-Day Comeback Program✨ Weekly live coaching and Q&A sessions with Lori Ann, Certified Christian Life Coach✨ Faith-based guidance for healing after divorce✨ A supportive community of Christian women rebuilding their lives You don’t have to figure this out alone. 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club:https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman who needs this message Your review helps more women searching for healing after divorce and faith-based encouragement find this podcast. 🙌 Take My FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Discover what phase of healing you’re in—and what your next step should be. 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 Connect With Me 💕Website: https://www.loriannfeeley.com💕 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley💕 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #11: You Didn’t Lose Your Faith—You Lost the Life You Expected After divorce, it can feel like your faith is… off. You still believe in God.You still pray.You still want to trust Him. But something feels different. And that can be confusing—especially as a Christian woman. In this episode of The Midlife Comeback Club, I break down what’s actually happening when your faith feels shaken after divorce. Because the truth is: You didn’t lose your faith.You lost the life you thought you were going to have. And those are not the same thing. If you’ve ever thought, “Why does my faith feel so different now?”This episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and how to rebuild from here. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why it feels like you’ve “lost your faith” after divorce (even when you haven’t)– How unmet expectations can shake your identity and your relationship with God– Why questioning God doesn’t mean your faith is failing– The shift from surface-level faith → real, personal faith– How to begin rebuilding your faith in a way that actually feels honest and grounded Ready to Rebuild Your Faith and Your Life? If this episode spoke to your heart, it’s time to stop trying to figure this out on your own. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, I help you:✨ rebuild your confidence✨ trust yourself again✨ and move forward with clarity—without overthinking everything 🎉 Join us here!!https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club 🙌 Take the FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Find out what stage of healing you're in and what to do next: 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz Connect With Me 💕 https://www.loriannfeeley.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #9: Why “Just Move On” Is Toxic Advice for Christian Healing “Just move on.” Sounds simple… right? But if you’ve ever walked through divorce or heartbreak, you know it’s not that easy. In this episode of The Midlife Comeback Club, I’m breaking down why this common advice actually keeps Christian women stuck—and what real, faith-based healing actually looks like. Because healing isn’t about rushing.And it’s definitely not about pretending you’re fine. If you’ve been putting pressure on yourself to “be over it” by now, this episode will help you breathe again—and start healing for real. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why “just move on” teaches you something you don't want to d– How this advice disconnects you from something that's so important– Why rushing your healing can delay the transformation God is doing in you– The shift you need to move past your divorce Ready to Heal for Real (Not Just Pretend You’re Fine)? Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll learn how to:rebuild your confidencerenew your mindand actually heal after divorce—without rushing the process JOIN HERE:https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club "FREE DIVORCE RECOVERY QUIZ" Find out what stage of healing you're in and what to do next: 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 CONNECT WITH ME! Website: https://www.loriannfeeley.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #7: Why Christian Women Struggle to Believe in Themselves—Even When They Love Jesus As Christian women, we’re taught to trust God, have faith, and walk in humility. But what no one really talks about is this: You can love Jesus… and still struggle to believe in yourself. You can pray, read your Bible, and encourage everyone around you—while quietly battling self-doubt, insecurity, and second-guessing every decision you make. And after divorce, that struggle often becomes even deeper. Because divorce has a way of shaking your confidence, your identity, and your ability to trust yourself at the core. In this honest episode of The Midlife Comeback Club, I talk about why so many Christian women struggle with confidence after divorce—even when their faith is strong. Because the truth is, this isn’t about a lack of faith. It’s about years of conditioning, identity confusion, and beliefs that have kept you disconnected from who God says you are. In this episode, I share part of my own journey of rebuilding confidence after divorce and what it actually takes to move from self-doubt into grounded, faith-filled confidence. Not loud confidence.Not fake confidence.But the kind of confidence that is rooted in truth, identity, and trust in who God created you to be. If you’re a Christian woman who feels stuck in self-doubt, this episode will help you understand something powerful: You are not lacking faith.You are not “too broken.”You are a woman learning how to trust yourself again through God’s truth. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why many Christian women struggle with self-confidence—even when they love Jesus– How church culture can unintentionally create insecurity instead of healthy confidence– Why divorce often destroys self-trust and leads to second-guessing everything– What leads to ongoing self-doubt– Why many women have been conditioned to outsource their worth to others– What has to come first in order to build confidence– How renewing your mind is essential for rebuilding confidence after divorce– The difference between pride and healthy, faith-based self-belief ✨ Ready to Rebuild Your Confidence and Identity After Divorce? If this episode spoke to your heart, the next step is surrounding yourself with women who understand this journey and are doing this work too. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: Lori Ann’s transformational 90-Day Comeback Program• Weekly live coaching and Q&A calls with Lori Ann (Certified Christian Life Coach)• Faith-based strategies for rebuilding confidence and identity after divorce• A supportive community of Christian women learning how to trust themselves again You don’t have to keep second-guessing yourself.You don’t have to stay stuck in self-doubt.And you don’t have to rebuild your life alone. 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club:https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club Subscribe to the Podcast & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman rebuilding her confidence after divorce Your review helps more women searching for confidence after divorce and Christian healing find this podcast when they need it most. Take My FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Discover which stage of healing you’re in after divorce and what your next step should be. 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz Visit Me 💕 https://www.loriannfeeley.com Follow Me on Social Media Instagram💕 https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley Facebook💕 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Episode #5: Faith After Divorce — How to Trust God When Your Life Fell Apart Trusting God after divorce can feel almost impossible. As Christian women, we’re often told to “just trust God,” “have faith,” or “lean not on your own understanding.” But when the marriage you prayed for falls apart and the life you imagined is suddenly gone, those words can feel more frustrating than comforting. In this honest episode of The Midlife Comeback Club, I talk about the real struggle many Christian women face when their faith feels shaken after divorce. Because the truth is, many women still believe in God after divorce — but their trust feels fragile. And they often feel guilty about that. In this episode, I share a deeply personal part of my own journey of rebuilding faith after divorce and the steps that helped me begin trusting God again — not with perfect faith, but with honest faith. If you’re a Christian woman trying to reconcile your pain with your faith, this episode will help you understand something powerful: You are not failing spiritually.You are not a bad Christian because this is hard.You are a woman learning how to trust God again after heartbreak. In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why trusting God after divorce is often harder than people admit– How church culture can unintentionally make women feel guilty when their faith struggles– What is the first step toward rebuilding trust with God– How to separate God’s character from painful life circumstances– Why clarity doesn’t always come before obedience– What helps rebuild trust in God over time– Why your faith after divorce may actually become deeper and more authentic 🌿 If Your Faith Feels Shaky Right Now… You’re not alone. Many Christian women experience a season after divorce where they still love God but struggle to understand Him. Questions like: Why did God allow this?Why didn’t my prayers change the outcome?Where was God when everything fell apart? These are real questions — and bringing them to God honestly is not rebellion. It’s relationship. In fact, rebuilding faith after divorce often begins when we stop pretending everything is okay and start bringing God our real questions, grief, anger, and confusion. As I share in this episode, God isn’t looking for polished faith — He’s looking for honest faith. ✨ Ready to Rebuild Your Faith and Your Life After Divorce? If this episode spoke to your heart, the next step is surrounding yourself with women who understand this journey. Inside The Midlife Comeback Club, you’ll find: Lori Ann’s transformational 90-Day Comeback Program• Weekly live coaching and Q&A calls with Lori Ann (Certified Christian Life Coach)• Faith-based guidance for healing after divorce• A supportive community of Christian women rebuilding their lives You don’t have to wrestle through this season alone. 🎉 Join The Midlife Comeback Club:https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club Subscribe to the Podcast & Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club Podcast✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman healing after divorce Your review helps more women searching for faith after divorce and Christian healing discover this podcast when they need it most. Take My FREE Divorce Recovery Quiz Discover which phase of healing you’re in after divorce and what your next step should be. 👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz Visit Me: 💕 https://www.loriannfeeley.com Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: 💕 https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley Facebook: 💕 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513

Is love still possible after divorce? If you’re a Christian woman in midlife wondering whether you’ll ever love again — and feeling equal parts hope and fear — this episode is for you. In this episode, we're having an honest, faith-centered conversation about dating after divorce, healing before relationships, and how to know if you’re “healed enough” to open your heart again. Because here’s the truth: You’re not afraid of love.You’re afraid of repeating pain. Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage.It disrupts your relational wiring, your sense of safety, and your trust in your own instincts. If you’ve been asking: Am I too damaged to love again? What if I choose wrong again? What if I attract the same kind of relationship? How do I date in a way that honors God? What does “healed enough” even mean? This episode will help you navigate loving again after divorce — not from fantasy, fear, or pressure — but from truth, self-awareness, and faith. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why divorce makes dating after divorce feel complicated The difference between fear of love and fear of repeating pain How divorce impacts trust, vulnerability, and relational safety The difference between chemistry and emotional safety Why healing before dating is essential for Christian women 3 honest markers that show you’re healing (even if you don’t feel ready) How to approach love again with faith instead of desperation This episode is especially helpful for women navigating midlife divorce recovery who want to rebuild their identity and relationships in alignment with God. Why Love Feels So Complicated After Divorce: After divorce, many Christian women experience: Hypervigilance in dating Fear of vulnerability Loss of trust in their instincts Confusion between chemistry and true safety This doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means your system learned through pain. Healing isn’t about erasing your past — it’s about integrating it wisely so you can love again from a grounded, healed place. Ready for Faith-Based Support While You Heal? If you don’t want to repeat old patterns…If you want to heal before loving again…If you want to rebuild trust in yourself and in God… You’re invited to join: 🎉 The Midlife Comeback Club Group Coaching Membership 🎉 Inside you’ll find: A 90-Day Transformational Healing Course Weekly Live Faith-Based Group Coaching Support as you rebuild relational patterns Tools to strengthen identity and confidence A community of Christian midlife women walking this same journey 👉 Learn more here: https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club Subscribe & Leave a Review If this episode helped you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman navigating healing after divorce Your review helps this podcast reach women searching for Christian divorce recovery, midlife healing, and faith-based relationship guidance.Take my "Divorce Recovery Quiz" & discover what phase you're in:👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 https://www.loriannfeeley.com💕 https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley💕 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513 You are not too broken to love again. You’re not behind.You’re not disqualified. You’re becoming whole. And your next chapter can be built on healing — not fear.

Are you a Christian woman navigating healing after divorce and wondering why you still feel stuck? In this powerful first episode of The Midlife Comeback Club, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of Christian divorce recovery – survival mode. After divorce, many midlife women find themselves functioning — but not fully living. You’re working. Parenting. Praying. Showing up. But inside, you feel exhausted, disconnected, anxious, or spiritually numb. If you’ve ever thought: “Why am I still struggling after my divorce?” “Why does my faith feel different now?” “Why can’t I just move on?” “Why do I feel stuck in survival mode?” This episode will help you understand what’s happening in your body, your nervous system, your identity, and your faith. Because survival mode after divorce isn’t weakness.It’s a trauma response. And true healing after divorce — especially for Christian women — begins with compassion, safety, and grounded faith. What You'll Learn In This Episode: What survival mode after divorce really is Why healing after divorce is not linear How divorce impacts identity and sense of safety Why you can’t “pray harder” or “push through” trauma The connection between nervous system healing and faith 3 foundational steps to move from survival to stability How Christian women can rebuild after divorce without shame This episode is especially helpful for women navigating midlife divorce recovery who want faith-based guidance rooted in emotional and nervous system awareness. Ready for Faith-Based Divorce Support? If you’re a Christian woman in midlife who is tired of surviving alone and ready to intentionally rebuild after divorce, you’re invited to join: 🎉 The Midlife Comeback Club Group Coaching Membership 🎉 Inside you’ll find: A 90-Day Transformational Healing Course Weekly Live Group Coaching Calls Tools to rebuild confidence and identity after divorce A faith-centered community for Christian women healing after divorce 👉 Learn more here: https://loriannfeeley.com/the-midlife-comeback-club Subscribe & Leave a Review: If this episode helped you, please: ✨ Follow or Subscribe to The Midlife Comeback Club✨ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✨ Share this episode with another Christian woman navigating divorce recovery Reviews help this message reach women searching for healing after divorce and faith-based support during midlife transitions.Take my "Divorce Recovery Quiz" & discover what phase you're in:👉 https://loriannfeeley.com/divorce-recovery-quiz 💕 https://www.loriannfeeley.com💕 https://www.instagram.com/loriannfeeley💕 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553120634513 You were never meant to survive forever. Midlife divorce isn’t the end of your story — it’s the beginning of your comeback.