Episode 249: The Seven Divorce Dilemmas with Lesa Koski
b'Lesa Koski, a seasoned attorney turned mediator, joins me in this week\'s podcast episode. We delve into the seven common dilemmas women often encounter during divorce. Gain valuable insights and practical advice on overcoming these challenges, arming yourself with knowledge for the journey ahead.\\xa0\\nLesa is an accomplished attorney turned mediator with a passion for empowering individuals through the often turbulent waters of divorce. She has spent years helping individuals find amicable solutions, emphasizing communication, collaboration, and empowerment throughout the divorce process. She has helped hundreds of divorce mediation clients create a peaceful agreement that works for them and that they\\u2019re proud of, without all the stress, fear, time, and money involved with fighting it out in court.\\xa0\\nTune in to discover solutions, engage in crucial conversations, and empower yourself.\\nFeatured topics and divorce dilemmas discussed include:\\n\\nUnderstanding finances and financial obligations (10:00)\\n\\nExploring fear around parenting and co-parenting during and after divorce (12:26)\\n\\nThe emotional impact of divorce (19:02)\\n\\nOvercoming the social stigma of divorce and addressing the question, \\u201cHow do we tell our parents about our divorce?\\u201d (28:49)\\n\\nDivorce doesn\\u2019t necessarily mean you are divorcing your in-laws (unless that\\u2019s what you desire). (30:35)\\n\\nUnderstanding and navigating the legal complexities of divorce, including child support, spousal maintenance, and the types of divorce options available (collaborative, mediation, etc.) (32:54)\\n\\nDivision of marital assets, including the marital home (40:57)\\n\\nOvercoming loneliness and isolation (44:00)\\n\\n\\nLearn more about Lesa Koski:\\nLesa Koski is an accomplished attorney turned mediator with a passion for empowering individuals through the often turbulent waters of divorce. Lesa has spent years helping individuals find amicable solutions, emphasizing communication, collaboration, and empowerment throughout the divorce process. She has helped hundreds of divorce mediation clients create a peaceful agreement that works for them and that they\\u2019re proud of, without all the stress, fear, time and money involved with fighting it out in court. Lesa\\u2019s legal background allows her to share legal information which assists in drafting a plan that works for them and holds up in Court. Her background combined with her recent certification as a Self-Made U life Coach brings a unique perspective to the table. Today, she\'ll be unraveling what she calls the "7 Dilemmas of Divorce" - those critical challenges that women commonly face when navigating the legal and emotional terrain of separation.\\nResources & Links:\\nKate\\u2019s book \\u201cThe D WordPhoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment CollectiveVisit Lesa\\u2019s website to download free resource: The Ultimate Guide to a Successful SplitConnect with LesaTake or Leave the House? With Tami Wollensak\\nEpisode Link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-249-the-seven-divorce-dilemmas-with-lesa-koski/'