"acceptingitsover" posts

The three G's with Paul Roseby - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate is joined by Paul Roseby OBE to talk about his separation and divorce story.

How to untie the knot amicably - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate was joined by Joe & Kate Sharp, two amicable customers, to share their divorce story.

Navigating trauma in relationships - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate was joined by psychotherapist Lulu Sunnucks to explore trauma during relationships, separation and divorce.

Ending a cohabitation relationship

Around 22% of couples who live together aren’t married or in a civil partnership. Many people think they automatically gain rights to their partner's property and belongings if they live together for a long time. However, in reality, if they break up or if one partner dies, couples who aren't married or in a civil partnership don’t have the same rights or protections as married couples unless they have legal arrangements like a will.

Bobby Mair and Harriet Kemsley divorce - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate is joined by award-winning comedian, writer, and actress Harriet Kemsley and comedian Bobby Mair to discuss their divorce.

Navigating the summer holidays if you’re thinking of separating

Navigating activities, organising childcare, and keeping your children preoccupied is no mean feat, and adding a separation on top can feel impossible.

Do feelings of loneliness in a relationship lead to separation? - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate is joined by former family barrister turned therapist and author, Charlotte Friedman.

Introducing a new partner after divorce or separation - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate was joined by Professor Lisa Doodson and Rebecca Jones from amicable to discuss introducing new partners and navigating blended families following a separation or divorce.

Co-dependency, relationships and separation with Mark Groves - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate was joined by Mark Groves, a Human Connection Specialist and founder of 'Create the Love', to discuss co-dependency in relationships, separation and divorce.

Managing your wellbeing during a divorce

In this blog, we will explore how the process of separation and divorce can affect mental health and why it's essential to prioritise open communication and ask for help if you are struggling.

The best bits from The Divorce Podcast

To celebrate this special occasion, we're taking a trip down memory lane and bringing you the absolute best bits from our most impactful and insightful episodes.

Boundaries and expectations in relationships and after divorce - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate was joined by Dr. Charlotte Fox Weber to talk about boundaries, relationships, and separation.

Choosing professional help for divorce - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate is joined by Relationship & Family Coach, Nichole Farrow to discuss professional help during a separation or divorce.

EFT coaching with Liz Harrington - The Divorce Podcast

In this episode, Kate is joined by Liz Harrington to discuss EFT coaching and how it can help in the context of divorce or separation.

How to cope with divorce or separation

Separation is an emotional journey with legal and financial consequences. Struggling to cope with divorce or separation is a natural part of...

Building self-confidence post-separation - The Divorce Podcast

Kate is joined by The Midlife Mentors, Claire and James Davis, to discuss building self-confidence post-separation & divorce.

Adjusting to a new lifestyle post-divorce

Is fear holding you back from leaving an unhealthy relationship? You’re not alone. Here are five tips to help you prepare if you’re planning on separating from your partner...

How to talk to your partner about an amicable separation when you’re the initiator

In this blog, we look at tips for keeping things amicable when you’re the initiator of the separation and want to discuss how to start your divorce and move things forward. We’ll detail tips for helping your partner understand the amicable options available to them without feeling pushed into a corner.

Healing from divorce and the healing curve

Divorce is commonly accepted now as one of the most traumatic experiences you may have in life. I know it certainly was for me. The first few months after my separation were incredibly challenging – I lost two stone in six weeks, stopped sleeping properly, couldn’t really eat, and spent many hours ruminating on what I could have done differently to avoid this.

Separating at Christmas – advice for people going through a breakup on Christmas and the festive season

When I first started researching heartbreak for my comedy writing and performance a decade ago, I once stumbled upon a graph illustrating the times of the year when breakups, according to Facebook status updates, typically peaked. Christmas Day itself was deemed ‘too cruel’ and was a slower time for getting dumped. However [...]

The unexpected joys of breakups

One bright autumn morning during the ambiguously gradual unravelling of my five-year relationship, I strolled briskly from our rented house on Brixton Hill across Brockwell Park to the Lido. I was looking forward to the mindful back and forth of swimming bracing lengths.

How to cope with separation

There are things you can do that’ll help you cope with separation in order to find a path forward towards a life that not only do you want, but you deserve.

I want a divorce but my partner doesn’t – advice if one person is ready and the other isn’t

A common hurdle to separating amicably happens at the very beginning of a separation; when one person says it's over, but the other person doesn't agree.

Is it over? Should I leave?

Deciding a relationship is over and deciding to leave are two very different things: leaving doesn’t always follow the decision that the relationship is over...