What if the most difficult conversations in life could not only give you answers but they could shine a light on a clear path forward? This special episode brings together the best insights from our guests in 2024. You’ll hear about how to tackle complex relationship challenges like divorcing a narcissist, navigating sexless marriages, and implementing creative solutions like bird nesting for families in transition. This is a curated mix of powerful interviews that address not just the legal and logistical aspects of these struggles but also the emotional and psychological hurdles that keep people stuck.Through expert advice and deeply personal stories, you’ll hear practical strategies for managing high-conflict dynamics, understanding toxic relationship cycles, and finding healthier ways to communicate and co-parent. Whether it’s uncovering patterns of abuse, building boundaries, or learning how to use mediation to save time, money, and your sanity, these conversations are full of eye-opening moments that can change the way you approach tough decisions.The episode is a roadmap for anyone looking to break free from old cycles and emerge stronger—legally, emotionally, and relationally. With topics ranging from gaslighting to financial transparency in divorce, you’ll come away with tools, insights, and even a bit of hope that even the hardest decisions can lead to unexpected transformation.This is truly the BEST of Off the Fence 2024.About Tracy MaloneTracy Malone is an International divorce coach and surTHRIVER of narcissistic abuse and the author of Divorcing Your Narcissist: You Can't make This Shit up! and the founder of Narcissist Abuse Support.com. Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn at Tracy Malone and Facebook at Narcissist Abuse Support Group. About Kathleen BrighamKathleen created Brigham Advising after going through her own divorce and finding it difficult to map a productive path between tough talking lawyers, well-meaning therapists and supportive but uneasy friends and family. Learn more about Kathleen's work on her website Brigham Learning.About Michael CohenMichael saw firsthand the impact of a litigated divorce on his own children and vowed to transition his career to divorce mediation. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn at Michael’s Mediation at Facebook at Michael’s Mediation.About Janelle OrionJanelle knows how to hold space--and the occasional butt plug--for others’ spiritual awakening. Catalysts for her becoming include plant medicines, polyamory and getting married and divorced “in love.” Connect with Janelle on LinkedIn at Janelle Orion and on Facebook.About Karen McMahonKaren emerges as a true luminary, specializing in the complex arena of high conflict divorce with unwavering determination and a heart full of empathy. Connect with Karen on her LinkedIn page at Karen McMahon on Facebook at Karen McMahon and Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

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