Divorce with Sam and Leah

If you’re facing a high-conflict divorce or co-parenting situation and wondering how to do things smarter, not harder, this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, Sam breaks down the top 5 things she would do differently if she were divorcing a high-conflict person in 2026—with today’s realities in mind: narcissistic behavior, manipulation, custody conflict, legal overwhelm, emotional burnout, and the long game of protecting your peace and your kids.This isn’t theory. These are real-world, hard-earned strategies for women divorcing a high-conflict or narcissistic ex who want to stop reacting, start planning, and avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes.If you’re divorcing, recently divorced, or stuck co-parenting with a high-conflict ex, this episode will help you feel more grounded, empowered, and clear on your next steps.✨ Want ongoing support, tools, and real guidance from women who get it? Check out The Next Chapter membership—a private community for divorced moms navigating high-conflict divorce and co-parenting. Inside, you’ll find weekly workshops, expert guidance, live support, and practical tools to help you heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward without losing yourself.👉 Learn more and join us inside The Next Chapter https://www.samandleah.com/services#HighConflictDivorce #NarcissisticEx #DivorcePodcast #DivorceSupport #CoParentingWithANarcissist #DivorcedMoms #DivorceRecovery #CustodyBattle #DivorceAdviceForWomen #HealingAfterDivorce #TheNextChapter 

Going through a high-conflict divorce and watching the legal fees pile up can feel terrifying — especially when you’re also trying to protect your kids, your sanity, and your future. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the top five proven ways to cut costs during a high-conflict divorce without sacrificing your boundaries, your rights, or your peace.You’ll learn how to communicate in a way that reduces attorney involvement, how to stay organized so you’re not billed for unnecessary back-and-forth, which battles are worth fighting, and how to leverage support systems that are far more cost-effective than relying on your lawyer for everything. These strategies are practical, mom-friendly, and designed to help you stay grounded in one of the most overwhelming chapters of your life.If you’re ready for more support, tools, community, and coaching to help you navigate divorce and high-conflict co-parenting with confidence, click the link below to join The Next Chapter. You don’t have to do this alone: https://www.samandleah.com/services

If you’ve been struggling with the guilt of wanting a divorce — especially from someone who isn’t abusive, toxic, or “the bad guy” — this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.Today, we’re talking about the truth so many women are afraid to say out loud: It’s okay to get divorced even when no one did anything “terrible.” You don’t need a villain. You don’t need a dramatic storyline. You don’t need to justify your unhappiness.In this episode, we break down 10 completely valid reasons marriages end — emotional disconnect, growing apart, feeling lonely inside the relationship, lack of intimacy, misaligned values, and more. These are the quiet, honest, deeply human reasons women leave… and they deserve to be acknowledged without shame.If you’ve been questioning your marriage, doubting yourself, or feeling guilty for wanting more, this conversation will validate you, ground you, and remind you that your truth matters. You’re allowed to choose yourself. You’re allowed to want joy, connection, peace, and fulfillment.And you’re not alone on this journey.✨ Click the link below to join The Next Chapter, our support community for divorced and divorcing moms who want healing, confidence, and clarity in their next season: https://www.samandleah.com/services

If you’re ready to walk into the new year feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired, this episode is the cozy little reset your heart needs. We’re sharing our favorite self-care products, wellness rituals, mindset shifts, and simple everyday habits that are helping us prepare for a stronger, softer, more intentional year ahead.From the things that make life easier… to the things that make you feel good again… to the practices that help you show up as the woman you’re becoming— we’re talking about all of it.Whether you’re rebuilding after divorce, navigating co-parenting, or simply trying to take better care of yourself, you’ll walk away with practical ideas you can start using today to feel more supported, more energized, and more like you again.✨ If you’re craving deeper healing, confidence, and community, join us inside The Next Chapter — our monthly membership for divorced moms who want real tools, real support, and a fresh start. Join here: https://www.samandleah.com/services

Custody exchanges can bring out every trigger in your body—tight chest, racing thoughts, shaky hands, and that familiar “walking on eggshells” feeling. In this episode, Sam and Leah break down the top 5 ways to regulate your nervous system before and during custody exchanges, so you can stay grounded, calm, and in control even when your high-conflict ex is doing the most.You’ll learn simple, science-backed tools you can use in the car, during the drop-off, and right after the exchange… without needing a therapist, a full meditation session, or perfect circumstances. These are the strategies that help you protect your peace, parent with confidence, and stop letting your ex hijack your emotions.If you’re co-parenting with someone who drains you, triggers you, or constantly tries to create chaos—you’re going to feel so seen in this episode.✨ Ready for deeper support, weekly coaching, and tools that actually work? Join The Next Chapter, my membership for divorced moms navigating high-conflict co-parenting. Get instant access to workshops, replays, community support, and a toolkit that makes this whole journey lighter. ➡️ Click the link to join: https://www.samandleah.com/services