On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 023: 100 First Dates—The Dating Sequel) I talk about when dating when things start getting serious—when you start going steady, when you wear each other's letterman jacket, when you enter an exclusive relationship. My goal this episode is to share my experience with relationships post-divorce, and what I have learned when things start getting serious. I talk about some tips for when you start getting into relationships and hopefully how those tips can help you navigate the agony and ecstasy of relationships post-divorce.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 022: Divorce Portrayal (or is it Betrayal) in Pop Culture) I talk about how divorce is portrayed in pop culture—mainly movies and books. My goal this episode is to share how TV shows and Movies have altered our view of divorce and what we can learn from those depictions while also avoiding perceptions that are wildly inaccurate. In all reality, as I researched this week's topic, I was able to find truths in even the most asinine movies that involve divorce or coparenting, such as Liar Liar and Mrs. Doubtfire, but there are also movies that portray the despair and struggles of divorce so accurately that it can be triggering.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 021: If I Could Turn Back Time - Forgiveness in Divorce) I talk about that illusive principle of forgiveness. This was a difficult one to research and create because of the complexities associated with forgiveness but also because of how intensely personal the forgiveness process can be for each individual. My goal this episode is to talk about whether forgiveness is always necessary, how people can seek forgiveness for the actions they committed, forgiveness from a religious perspective, and finally--how we can work toward forgiving someone who wronged us. Ultimately, forgiveness can be an important part of the healing process, but it is deeply personal and should come in your own timeframe.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 020: 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover - What to Add in Your Divorce Decree) I talk about what people wished they would have added in their divorce decree.  My goal this episode is to give you a broad range of ideas that you can use when you talk to your lawyer or your mediator about what you want in the divorce decree. This will vary drastically person to person, depending on family, religion, whether you have kids, and who is actually filing for the divorce.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 019: It's My Wedding Was-iversary) I talk about how for 15 years, this week held special meaning in my life as the old anniversary of when I was married. I'm going to talk about how to reclaim those days that had meaning in the past as a couple and are now filled with heartache and sadness because that meaning was changed or lost. My goal this episode is to show you that we can positively impact our negative memories of specific days or situations as we continue further along the road to healing.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 018: Christmas is Coming) I talk about the joy of Christmas after divorce. I share memories of Christmas from my childhood, from my marriage, and from my divorce, and how divorce has changed my perception of Christmas. Yes, this time of year will be different than it was when you were still married, but I'm not going to let my divorce ruin my favorite holiday! I'm going to enjoy it on the years that I have my kids and the years that I don't have my kids.  My goal this episode is to help you realize that even when dealing with unanticipated divorce and struggles, Christmas can still be a magical time--a time when you can create new traditions even as life looks different than how you pictured it.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 017: A Whole New World! - Vacations After Divorce) I talk about vacations after divorce when you no longer have a spouse to either help or hinder the vacations. I will discuss three types of post-divorce vacations--vacations with kids, solo vacations, and vacations with new romances. My goal this episode is to show you how helpful vacations can be in the post-divorce healing process and to provide a few tips and stories to help you be successful at vacationing post-divorce.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 016: Thanksgiving and Gratitude After Divorce) we talk about finding gratitude after divorce. I talk about my first Thanksgiving with my kids after my divorce and how difficult it was during that first year to find gratitude. I also talk about writing gratitude lists in your divorce journal and the scientific benefits that gratitude can have on your physical, social, and mental well-being. I also have my children as returning guests on today's episode to talk about what they are grateful for.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 015: Fifty First Dates - Dating After Divorce) we talk about the beautiful, ugly thing called dating—the highs and lows, the do's and don'ts, the agony and the ecstasy. My goal this episode is to share my experience with dating after divorce, to help you understand that the insecurity and uneasiness you might feel are normal, that it's okay to take time to feel ready to date. I also go over some tips on safety in dating after divorce because for many of us it's a completely new dating realm.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 014: The Halloween Episode - Fear and Fun) we talk about overcoming fear in divorce—Fear of an uncertain future, Fear of judgement from others, Fear of abandonment, Fear of change, Fear of being alone—but we're also going to have some fun. I will share some scary stories from both before my marriage and during my marriage. My goal this episode is to help you realize that fear is a normal response to change in divorce, but it is also something that we can learn to overcome... and ultimately we can learn to thrive and turn those fears into freedoms.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 013: The Pursuit of Happiness After Divorce) we talk about pursuing happiness and a sense of fulfillment after divorce. What I hope to accomplish this episode is to show you that happiness is possible and should be sought after divorce even though it may take a while to get to the point where you feel life happiness is possible. To quote the musical Don Quixote, "This is my quest, to follow that star. No matter how hopeless, no matter how far. To fight for the right, without question or pause. To be willing to march into hell for a heavenly cause." I also have my children as special guests on today's episode to talk about what happiness is for them.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 012: The Last 15 Years - Crafting a Divorce Narrative) we talk about crafting a divorce narrative and accepting your part in that divorce narrative. As part of that theme, we'll talk about accepting that your ex's divorce narrative will likely differ drastically from the divorce narrative that you create. My goal this episode is to talk about thew divorce narrative and how it is shaped and how it can be revised and edited. Just like a novelist writes an initial draft that can differ drastically from the final published version, we do the same thing with our divorce narrative.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 011: We'll Always Have Paris—Dealing With Memories and Mementos of Better Times) we talk about what to do with both the mental memories and the physical mementos and reminders of your past relationship... things like Facebook memories, old clothing, wedding photos and treasured mementos. What I hope to accomplish this episode is to offer several different options for what to do with those memories and mementos—solutions that can turn a negative memento into something empowering.  - Luke Meidell, The Divorce Tribe Podcast www.thedivorcetribe.com

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast we discuss mediation as a possibly cheaper, less-combative approach to getting a divorce. I had never heard of mediation before my ex suggested it as the option we should take for our divorce. So I will go into both the benefits and negatives of the approach and when it could make sense for you or would be best left to others. www.thedivorcetribe.com #divorce #divorcerecovery #divorcequotes #divorced #divorcesupport #divorcecommunity #divorceadvice #thedivorcetribe #divorceddad #lifeafterdivorce #singledad #mediation #divorcemediation

On today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast, we talk about dealing with the extreme loneliness that comes along during separation and divorce, whether you are literally alone in your home or surrounded by people. My goal this episode is to help you understand that feeling lonely is natural, especially at the end of a relationship, but this time is also a great opportunity for us to develop new talents, forge new friendships, and to grow emotionally. #thedivorcetribe #divorce #divorcequotes #loneliness #lonely #divorceishell #lifeafterdivorce #singledad

On this week's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast we will be discussing how to set boundaries in divorce and how to consistently enforce them. My goal this episode is to demonstrate that setting up boundaries with your ex can protect you from emotional harm, can help you heal more quickly, and cal also protect you from continuing negative communication patterns with your ex that may amplify in divorce. #divorce #thedivorcetribe #divorcerecovery #divorcequotes #divorced #divorcedsupport #divorcecommunity #divorceadvice #divorceddad #lifeafterdivorce #singledad #boundaries #healthyboundaries #settingboundaries

On this week's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast we will be discussing the good and bad of therapy--mostly good, but some bad. My goal this episode is to give you an idea of what to look for when finding a good therapist and the things you need to watch out for in therapy. #divorce #thedivorcetribe #divorcerecovery #divorcequotes #divorced #divorcedsupport #divorcecommunity #divorceadvice #divorceddad #lifeafterdivorce #singledad #divorcetherapy #therapy

In this episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 006: Home Is Where the Heart Is) we talk about making a new home for your children, whether you are remaining in the same home and your ex is moving out or you are moving to a new place. Either way, your home is going to change drastically from what it was before.    #divorce #divorcerecovery #divorcequotes #divorced #divorcesupport #divorcecommunity #divorceadvice #divorcetribe #thedivorcetribe #divorceddad #lifeafterdivorce #singledad #family #homeiswheretheheartis

On this episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast (Episode 005: Won't Somebody Please Think of the Children?!) we talk about the wrong ways and the right ways to tell your children that you are getting a divorce. #divorce #divorcerecovery #divorcequotes #divorced #divorcesupport #divorcecommunity #divorceadvice #divorcetribe #thedivorcetribe #divorceddad #lifeafterdivorce #singledad

In today's episode of The Divorce Tribe Podcast we talk about how involving family in the divorce process can be both a positive and negative experience. I want to help you understand both the benefits and repercussions of involving family in the process. Remember—we are part of the same tribe—The Divorce Tribe.   #thedivorcetribe #divorcetribe #divorce #singledad #divorced #lifeafterdivorce #divorcequotes