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Welcome to the Other Side
Hosted by Meg Gluckman · EN
For parents who want to navigate divorce & co-parenting with more ease & confidence.
Coach Meg Gluckman shares tools, tips, and resources for thriving during and after divorce. Topics include: decision-making, parenting, new relationships, co-parenting, schedules, money, career, body image, habits, and more.
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126. Divorce Support Groups for Men with Erich Henninger
Apr 2200:33:02Tap to summarizeThis week, Meg sat down with Erich Henninger, a Seattle therapist who runs divorce support groups specifically for men. Erich's view: underneath the arguments about finances and schedules lives a much deeper grief — what he calls "the loss of the dream." Not just the marriage, but the envisioned future. Retirement together. Walking a daughter down the aisle.One of the most practical ideas Erich shared is the importance of making "bids" — small, no-pressure reach-outs to your kids, especially when they're pulling away. "Send a photo. Text a song you just listened to. Let them know: I'm here. When you're ready, we'll talk." It's the equivalent of knocking gently on the door when your teen storms off — and teens, no matter how annoyed they seem, want you to keep knocking.Here's more of what we cover in this episode:Why men get stuck on finances and legalities instead of what's actually hurting"The loss of the dream" — grieving the future you thought you'd haveHow group therapy is uniquely powerful for releasing shameErich's "rebuilding the playground" metaphor for reclaiming the emotions men were taught to hideWhy bids matter even when your kids don't respondWhat usually keeps men from signing up — and what happens when they doBooks mentioned in this episode: Dr. Lisa Damour's The Emotional Lives of Teenagers and Untangled — both worth having on your shelf if you're parenting tweens or teens through a transition.P.S. Erich runs two men's divorce support groups out of Seattle (Wednesday and Thursday evenings), with a midday online group launching soon. He offers a free consultation — no pressure, no commitment. Learn more at mindbrooktherapy.com.
Transcribe →125. Teens & Divorce with Kristin Little
Jan 2800:29:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Meg Gluckman sits down with therapist, child specialist, and author Kristin Little to explore how to support teenagers through their parents' divorce. Kristin shares her unique approach as a child specialist in the Collaborative divorce process, offering practical guidance on communication, boundaries, and helping teens navigate this major life transition.Kristin Little is a therapist, child specialist, and writer based in Seattle. She co-authored The Co-Parenting Handbook with Karen Bonnell and has been working as a child specialist in collaborative divorce since 2009. She also wrote No More Us, a book for people navigating the early stages of an unwanted divorce.Website: KristinLittleCounseling.comThe child specialist role – How Kristin brings children's voices into the collaborative divorce process through her "Classic 1-2-3" approach: meeting with parents, then children individually, then sharing feedbackHow teens differ from younger children – Teens have already built their own world and may feel frustrated that parents are disrupting their stability; they want independence while also craving explanationsThe information dilemma – Why parents should protect teens from adult information even when they insist they can handle it, and how to be transparent about why you're not sharing everythingCreating a shared narrative – The importance of parents crafting an agreed-upon explanation that validates children's experience without encouraging them to take sidesSupporting big emotions and repair – Validating teens' feelings as appropriate responses to major change, and the power of owning mistakes rather than trying to be perfectBooks Mentioned:The Co-Parenting Handbook by Karen Bonnell and Kristin LittleThe Stepfamily Handbook by Karen BonnellNo More Us by Kristin Little (for those navigating an unwanted divorce)Untangled and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa DamourBrainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Dan Siegel (the "red book" for teen development)Smart but Scattered Teens by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare
Transcribe →124. A More Helpful Understanding of Grief with Susie Ruth
Oct 2900:33:34Tap to summarize“Grief is something we have and we carry with us, but we can feel everything when we’re grieving.”Divorce & Co-Parenting Coach Meg Gluckman and Life & Grief Coach Susie Ruth share their personal stories and discuss how grief is more than sadness—it's a mix of emotions that can be honored through ritual, community, and honest expression. Together, we explore practical ways to process grief, especially during divorce and parenting, and encourage allowing yourself to feel, seeking support, and modeling emotional honesty for children.Resources & Guest Info:Learn more about Susie Ruth: susieruth.comInstagram: @thegrieftenderLearn more about Meg’s Divorce & Co-Parenting coaching: meggluckman.com
Transcribe →123. Create Your Summer Success Plan + Special Announcement
Jun 10, 202400:13:45Tap to summarizeCreate a summer that you love, EVEN IF you are in the middle of a divorce or dealing with a challenging co-parenting relationship! In this episode, Meg walks you through the 4 parts of creating a Summer Success Plan. Full episode show notes: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/123 Sign up for a Summer Success Plan Session here.
Transcribe →122. Wills and Trusts After Divorce with Ted Schneck
Jun 3, 202400:34:51Tap to summarizeThe ins-and-outs of creating a post-divorce estate plan that takes care of the people & causes that are most important to you. Full show notes at https://meggluckman.com/podcast/122
Transcribe →121: Starting A Business After Divorce with Brenda Rigney
May 28, 202400:39:57Tap to summarizeI love sharing stories of folks who navigated their divorce & co-parenting in a unique way. Brenda sure did that, always keeping her eye on what she wanted her future to look like. This week's guest Brenda Rigney shares her story of leaving a corporate career, starting a new business, and navigating divorce, all while raising two kids. Full show notes: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/121
Transcribe →120. Collaborative vs. Traditional Litigious Divorce with Cindy Wysocki
May 20, 202400:33:55Tap to summarizeAfter 19 years of working with traditional litigious (court driven process) divorces, attorney Cindy Wysocki now focuses entirely on collaborative divorce and helping families create agreements that work for their unique situations. Listen in to hear the difference between these two types of divorce, including costs, timeframe, and ability to customize agreements. Full show notes at https://meggluckman.com/podcast/120
Transcribe →119. Mindset Mini: How to Feel Comfortable With Divorce Pace
May 13, 202400:12:52Tap to summarizeIn every divorce, there's a fast hiker and a slow hiker. In mediation or a collaborative divorce process, the goal is to find a pace that works for both people! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/119
Transcribe →118. Celebrating Mother's/Father's Day While Co-Parenting with Mikki Gardner
May 6, 202400:38:00Tap to summarizeRecommendations on how to navigate & celebrate Mother's/Father's Day as a divorced parent with co-parenting coach Mikki Gardner. FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/118
Transcribe →117. How Journaling Can Help During Divorce with Amanda Stern
Apr 29, 202400:40:09Tap to summarizeBreak out your mechanical pencils & unicorn journals! 🦄 It's time to see how journaling can be your secret weapon to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of divorce and co-parenting. This isn't about perfect grammar or perfect prose that you'd be proud to show your kids in 10 years. This is about clearing your brain so there's space for what you value most. Our guest this week, journaling pro Amanda Stern, shares an a-la-carte menu for journaling and gives pointers on where to start. She also tells the story of how her journaling practice transformed her relationship with her mother-in-outlaw (ex mother-in-law) at a crucial time. Plus, we'll talk about how journaling can help you get better sleep—because who couldn't use a little extra shut-eye during stressful times? So grab your favorite pen, a cozy spot, and let's learn how to let the page hold worries & stress so that you don't have to. Onward to more ease! // FULL SHOW NOTES: https://meggluckman.com/podcast/117
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