Divorce with Sam and Leah

If your ex can still ruin your mood, your day, or your peace with one text… this episode is for you 💙
In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly why your ex still has emotional control over you after divorce—and more importantly, how to take that power back.
You’ll learn:
Why expectations keep you emotionally hooked

How to stop taking their behavior personally

The exact shifts that help you respond instead of react

Simple, practical tools you can use immediately in co-parenting situations

Because healing isn’t about your ex changing… it’s about you no longer being emotionally available for their chaos.
If you’re navigating divorce or high-conflict co-parenting and you’re tired of feeling triggered, reactive, and drained—this is where it starts to change.
💙 Ready to stop feeling controlled and start feeling confident again? Join The Next Chapter membership for weekly coaching, real-life tools, and a supportive community of women who get it. 👉Join us:  https://www.samandleah.com/services

So many women think the hardest part of divorce is signing the papers… but the truth is, the beliefs you carry afterward can keep you emotionally stuck for years.
In this episode, we break down 5 common lies women tell themselves after divorce that quietly keep them trapped in guilt, fear, and self-doubt — and how to shift those beliefs so you can actually move forward.
We talk about: • Why waiting for your ex to change keeps you stuck • The truth about divorce and your kids • Why your marriage ending does not mean you failed • How people-pleasing in co-parenting makes things worse • Rebuilding confidence and identity after divorce
You’ll also learn practical mindset shifts and real-life steps you can start using today to stop living in the past and start building a life that actually feels good again.
If you’re ready for deeper support, guidance, and a community of women who truly understand what you’re navigating, join us inside The Next Chapter membership where we help moms heal after divorce, rebuild confidence, and co-parent with clarity and strength: https://www.samandleah.com/services

So many women think the hardest part of divorce is signing the papers… but the truth is, the beliefs you carry afterward can keep you emotionally stuck for years.
In this episode, we break down 5 common lies women tell themselves after divorce that quietly keep them trapped in guilt, fear, and self-doubt — and how to shift those beliefs so you can actually move forward.
We talk about: • Why waiting for your ex to change keeps you stuck • The truth about divorce and your kids • Why your marriage ending does not mean you failed • How people-pleasing in co-parenting makes things worse • Rebuilding confidence and identity after divorce
You’ll also learn practical mindset shifts and real-life steps you can start using today to stop living in the past and start building a life that actually feels good again.
If you’re ready for deeper support, guidance, and a community of women who truly understand what you’re navigating, join us inside The Next Chapter membership where we help moms heal after divorce, rebuild confidence, and co-parent with clarity and strength: https://www.samandleah.com/services

Does communication with your ex constantly trigger you?
A text in the middle of the workday.An email that ruins your entire evening.A notification from the co-parenting app that instantly spikes your stress.
In this episode, we’re sharing a simple but powerful boundary that can dramatically reduce the emotional toll of divorce and high-conflict co-parenting: the Divorce Inbox Strategy.
Instead of letting your ex interrupt your day whenever they want, you’ll learn how to create a separate email or communication space specifically for co-parenting so you can decide when and how you engage.
We talk about:
Why constant notifications keep your nervous system stuck in stress mode

How a dedicated divorce/co-parenting inbox protects your mental health

Setting boundaries around when you read and respond to messages

How to prepare yourself emotionally before opening communication

The “bingo card” mindset that helps you stay calm when predictable behaviors show up

Why responding calmly instead of reacting emotionally can change the entire dynamic

If you’re navigating divorce or high-conflict co-parenting, this simple shift can help you protect your peace, reduce emotional triggers, and regain control of your day.
💙 Need more support while navigating divorce and co-parenting?
Inside The Next Chapter membership, we help moms heal after divorce, rebuild their confidence, and learn practical strategies for handling difficult co-parents without losing themselves in the process.
You’ll get access to:
Weekly live workshops

A private supportive community of women who understand what you're going through

Expert trainings on divorce, co-parenting, healing, finances, and parenting

Live Q&A sessions with Leah and Sam

A growing library of practical tools and replays

Join us here:https://www.samandleah.com/services

Why do narcissists seem to move on instantly after a breakup or divorce?
In this episode, Sam and Leah break down the psychology behind “monkey branching” — a common narcissistic relationship pattern where someone lines up a new partner before leaving the current relationship. For many women, watching their ex jump into a new relationship immediately can feel deeply personal, confusing, and incredibly painful.
But the truth is, this behavior has far more to do with narcissistic supply, control, and avoiding emotional accountability than it does with your worth.
Sam and Leah discuss:
What monkey branching actually is

Why narcissists rarely stay single

The role of narcissistic supply and dopamine chasing

Why the new relationship often happens so quickly

How narcissists rewrite the history of the relationship

Why this behavior creates trauma bonds and deep confusion

How to stop personalizing their actions and start healing

If you're navigating divorce or co-parenting with a narcissistic ex, understanding these patterns can help you regain clarity, protect your peace, and start rebuilding your life with confidence.
If you’re looking for deeper support, tools, and community while navigating divorce and high-conflict co-parenting, check out The Next Chapter membership. Inside, we help moms heal, set boundaries, regulate their nervous systems, and rebuild their confidence after toxic relationships.
💙 Learn more about The Next Chapter: https://www.samandleah.com/services