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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses her personal journey of changing her name post-divorce, sharing valuable insights and practical tips for others considering the same. Topics covered include reasons for and against changing your name, the emotional and cultural implications, and a detailed step-by-step guide on how to navigate the legal and bureaucratic processes in the United States. The episode emphasizes the empowerment and personal transformation that can come with choosing a new name and offers encouragement for anyone in a similar situation.

    00:00 Welcome and Personal Update

    01:22 Developing New Skills

    03:15 Introduction to Name Change After Divorce

    05:42 Reasons to Change Your Name

    11:43 Reasons to Keep Your Ex's Name

    15:58 Choosing a New Name

    24:02 The Legal Process of Changing Your Name

    32:13 Tips and Pitfalls in the Name Change Process

    39:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement



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  • In this episode, the Quinn explores the concept of internalized misogyny through the stories of three different women coping with post-divorce challenges. By discussing societal standards that devalue women's contributions, the episode aims to provide insight and practical advice for women to reframe their self-worth and roles in parenting, financial independence, and personal relationships. She also shares valuable resources and encourages listeners to get curious about their own beliefs and seek support if needed.

    00:00 Introduction and Fall Break
    02:27 Client Stories: Overwhelmed Single Mom
    03:41 Client Stories: Career Sacrifices and Self-Worth
    05:17 Client Stories: Healing and Moving On
    06:51 Understanding Internalized Misogyny
    07:26 Satirical Piece and Internalized Misogyny
    12:12 Revisiting Client Stories with New Perspective
    12:26 The Good Mom vs. Good Dad Standard
    20:02 Valuing Women's Contributions Post-Divorce
    27:44 Dating After Divorce: Overcoming Internalized Misogyny
    38:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

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  • In this episode, the host shares her transformative day filled with client interactions and personal growth milestones. She emphasizes the power of redefining oneself after divorce, citing inspiring stories of Tina Turner, J.K. Rowling, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Elizabeth Taylor. Through the lens of these remarkable figures, Quinn encourages listeners to identify and take consistent action towards their passions and dreams, pushing past limiting beliefs. The episode culminates with a heartfelt invitation to lean into one’s potential and create a life that feels truly aligned and fulfilling.

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections
    02:16 The Power of Alter Egos
    03:31 Embracing Change Post-Divorce
    08:34 Inspiring Stories of Resilience
    18:37 Taking Action Towards Your Dreams
    23:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses the importance of slowing down to process emotions, especially for women recovering from divorce. Using personal anecdotes and client experiences, she highlights how acknowledging and integrating emotions like anger and frustration can lead to significant personal and professional growth. Practical tips for emotional processing and the benefits of having an empathetic witness are emphasized. Listeners are encouraged to visit her website for personalized coaching sessions.

    00:00 Welcome and Warm Wishes
    01:13 Dreams and Visions Post-Divorce
    01:45 Three Transformative Experiences
    03:22 Slowing Down to Process Emotions
    07:10 The Power of Emotional Release
    13:05 Practical Steps to Slow Down
    18:38 Encouragement and Final Thoughts
    21:27 Invitation to Connect

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  • Quinn and Britta face down fear, that fiery emotion that many of us try to avoid but inevitably can't. They discuss why embracing fear as a tool for growth and self-awareness is the path forward.

    They dive into why anger isn't something to fear - it's a powerful teacher and could be the best tool to use for the transformations you seek. Sharing personal stories and insights, they show how embraving anger can lead to breakthroughs, healing, and life that is more authentic and empowered.

    If you've ever felt like anger is too much or might hurt those you love, this episode is for you. They'll guide you through practical ways to channel that energy into something constructive - because you deserve a life that honors your deepest truths.

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  • In this episode, key topics include the emotional recovery timeline, the impact of self-reflection, rebound relationships, and considerations when children are involved. Quinn emphasizes the importance of individual readiness, healing, and the unique journey of self-discovery through dating. Listeners are encouraged to reflect deeply on their own needs and circumstances while navigating post-divorce life.

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience

    02:17 The Importance of Dating After Divorce

    03:04 Understanding the Healing Process

    07:33 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth

    10:53 Guidelines for Dating Post-Divorce

    15:06 Considering Children in New Relationships

    17:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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  • Quinn discusses the prevalence of depression among women and outlines both the emotional and physical symptoms that may occur. The importance of sleep, muscle contraction, and having a supportive listener are emphasized as key strategies for managing depression. The speaker draws distinctions between therapy and coaching, highlights the significance of intentional thinking, and encourages viewers to embrace the introspective period following a divorce. Practical tips for self-care and proactive measures to avoid severe depressive episodes are also shared.

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
    01:15 Keyword Research and Post-Divorce Depression
    01:59 Understanding Post-Divorce Depression
    02:42 Physical and Emotional Symptoms
    05:47 Navigating the First Year Post-Divorce
    08:27 Preventative Self-Care Strategies
    08:53 The Importance of Sleep
    12:01 Exercise and Muscle Contraction
    13:42 Finding Support and Reframing Depression
    18:42 Therapy vs. Coaching
    21:29 Embracing the Journey and Final Thoughts

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  • Quinn shares personal reflections on the positive impacts of divorce, contrasting societal beliefs that divorce destroys families. She discusses the joy of family reunions with her children and debunks the myth that divorce is detrimental, instead framing it as an opportunity for restructuring and growth. The conversation highlights the benefits for both parents and children in post-divorce dynamics, promoting the notion that healthy, happy parents lead to healthy, happy children. The host emphasizes self-awareness, intentional healing, and evolving relationships, drawing on research and personal anecdotes to support her views. She encourages listeners to challenge negative thoughts and embrace new beginnings.

    00:00 Introduction and Family Reunion

    01:48 The Misconception of Divorce Destroying Families

    05:16 Restructuring and Growth Post-Divorce

    06:48 Benefits of Divorce for Parents and Children

    10:28 Challenges and Misconceptions About Post-Divorce Life

    15:34 Scientific Insights on Divorce and Family Dynamics

    19:42 Embracing Change and Self-Care

    21:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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  • Quinn delves into her summer goal of fostering a better co-parenting relationship with her ex-husband, especially after a frightening health scare involving their son.

    She outlines the qualities of good and toxic co-parenting, recounts her attempts to improve communication and friendship with her ex, and ultimately discusses how their unresolved conflicts led them to court over a seemingly minor issue of phone access for their children.

    Despite the legal battles, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining her own standards of effective communication, reliability, respect, cooperation, and focusing on her children's best interests, irrespective of her ex-husband's actions.

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
    01:01 Learning Fortnite and Pickleball
    02:12 The Goal of Co-Parenting Friendship
    03:18 Challenges and Past Experiences
    06:34 Defining Good Co-Parenting
    09:22 Identifying Toxic Co-Parenting
    13:22 Personal Story: The Phone Issue
    20:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses how important it is to move from survival mode to establishing a long-term vision for life after divorce. She reflects on the challenges of post-divorce life, including the sudden re-marriage of her ex-husband and the impact on her children. She emphasizes the significance of having a future vision that aligns with one’s values and aspirations, sharing her own journey of deciding to pursue a career as a midwife while balancing her current responsibilities. She encourages listeners to seek clarity and set meaningful goals to create a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. The episode concludes with an invitation to participate in her post-divorce coaching program to help women rebuild and thrive.

    00:00 Introduction and Pet Names

    01:47 Clarity Calls and Coaching Focus

    03:17 Survival Mode After Divorce

    05:06 Personal Divorce Experience

    07:41 Shifting to a Long-Term Vision

    10:39 Exploring New Dreams and Goals

    15:07 The Journey to Becoming a Midwife

    23:06 Encouragement and Coaching Program

    26:22 Conclusion and Call to Action

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  • In this episode, Quinn shares her journey of finding happiness after divorce, emphasizing the importance of internal mindset over external circumstances. She draws parallels between the classic horror film 'When a Stranger Calls' and the internal battles many face post-divorce. The discussion includes insights on self-compassion, mental discipline, and the limitations of external sources of happiness, backed by research. She also offers practical advice, including an unconventional but effective tool to quiet the mind, and highlights the role of coaching in overcoming self-doubt and cultivating a fulfilling post-divorce life.

    00:00 Introduction and Gratitude for Divorce

    01:15 Horror Films and Childhood Memories

    01:58 The Classic Horror Line: 'The Call is Coming from Inside the House'

    03:52 Marriage, Divorce, and the Pursuit of Happiness

    05:34 The Role of the Mind in Happiness

    13:26 Tools for Managing a Spinning Mind

    15:10 The Importance of Coaching and Self-Love

    18:01 Conclusion and Invitation for Support



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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses her personal dating journey, highlighting the differences between her avoidant attachment style and Britta Jo's anxious attachment style highlighted in the last podcast. The episode covers her experiences with first dates, challenges faced, and growth from being judgmental to curious and open. She emphasize the importance of dating apps, overcoming fears, and the value of supportive friends and coaches. Future episodes will explore topics like CPTSD in dating and the 'burned haystack' dating method. The goal is to help listeners discover themselves through dating.

    00:00 Introduction and Recap of Britta Jo's Journey

    01:36 My Dating Journey Begins

    03:19 Transition from Judgment to Curiosity

    04:45 Experiences and Lessons from Dating

    08:33 Breaking Up and Emotional Challenges

    13:18 Evolving Beliefs About Dating

    19:31 The Role of Attachment Styles

    21:06 Advice for Navigating the Dating World

    24:48 Conclusion and Future Topics



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  • In this insightful episode, Britta Jo shares her personal journey of dating after divorce. As the former coach and current BFF of Quinn, Britta discusses her initial feelings, the healing of her anxious attachment style and CPTSD, and the lessons drawn from various relationships. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of modern dating apps, the challenges of achieving secure attachments, and the impact of dating on their children. Britta and Quinn reflect on the notions of 'good goodbyes,' breakups, and their evolving beliefs about relationships. This episode provides valuable guidance for anyone navigating the complexities of dating after divorce and emphasizes the importance of personal growth, self-trust, and genuine connections.

    00:00 Introduction to Britta Jo

    02:03 Britta Jo's Background and Dating Experience

    03:40 Understanding Attachment Styles

    08:12 Quinn's Background and Dating Experience

    17:52 Dating with Children

    23:50 Navigating Dating Apps

    25:58 Challenges and Mindsets in Dating

    30:15 Why Date?

    35:19 First Date Stories

    47:56 Intentional Use of Dating Apps

    48:42 A Soft Landing with Bill

    51:41 Crazy Date Stories

    53:52 Navigating Breakups

    58:54 The Good Goodbye

    01:04:51 Staying Friends After Dating

    01:12:30 The On-Again, Off-Again Relationship

    01:24:52 Evolving Beliefs About Dating

    01:34:30 Why Date? The Journey to Healing



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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses the exciting opportunities for personal growth and learning new skills that come with life after divorce. Drawing inspiration from Josh Kaufman's theory that one can achieve basic proficiency in nearly any skill with just 20 hours of dedicated, deliberate practice, Quinn outlines a step-by-step process to master new hobbies or talents. Key steps include committing to 20 hours, deconstructing the skill, practicing intentionally without distractions, and obtaining feedback. Examples include learning to play an instrument, building a social network, or picking up new hobbies. The host emphasizes the importance of overcoming internal barriers and encourages listeners to embrace this transformative period post-divorce to explore new interests and enrich their lives.

    00:00 Introduction: Embracing Life After Divorce

    01:39 The 20-Hour Learning Principle

    03:48 Key Concepts for Effective Learning

    08:39 Applying the 20-Hour Rule to Social Skills

    11:03 Overcoming Barriers and Practicing Intentionally

    15:19 Conclusion: Transform Your Life with 20 Hours



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  • In this episode, Quinn discusses a common mistake many make when trying to implement change: diving straight into action without proper preparation. She introduces an alternative approach called the Trans Theoretical Process of Change, which includes stages such as pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, and action. Quinn uses personal experiences and a client's story to illustrate the importance of thorough preparation, self-reflection, and internal work before taking action. Emphasizing the necessity of building a strong foundation, she shares how this method led to significant improvements in her own life and in the lives of others. The episode encourages listeners to consider their values, develop self-compassion, and prepare internally for sustained success. Finally, Quinn invites listeners to seek help in achieving the life of their dreams through a more supportive and effective approach to change.

    00:00 Introduction: A Common Misstep

    01:13 Understanding the Process of Change

    01:45 The Stages of Change

    02:44 Personal Story: From Obesity to Strength

    15:13 Client Success Story: Katerina's Journey

    21:11 The Importance of Preparation

    24:47 Conclusion: Achieving Long-Term Success



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  • E:8 This episode explores the concept of the alter ego as a tool for transformation, especially post-divorce. Quinn explains how our self-identity is shaped by the stories we tell ourselves and introduces the theory of narrative identity by Dr. Dan McAdams. Highlighting examples like Beyonce's Sasha Fierce and client stories of Sarah, Lisa, and Emily, the video demonstrates how creating an alter ego can help access different parts of oneself, overcome limiting beliefs, and embrace new opportunities. It provides steps to create and embody an alter ego, encouraging viewers to intentionally craft a new narrative to enhance their lives.

    00:00 Introduction: Discovering Your Alter Ego

    01:41 Understanding the Self and Narrative Identity

    02:38 The Power of Rewriting Your Story

    06:41 Embracing the Alter Ego Concept

    08:21 Client Success Stories: Transformations Through Alter Egos

    14:29 Steps to Create Your Own Alter Ego

    20:17 Conclusion: Embrace Your New Narrative

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  • In this episode, we explore the captivating narratives of strong women, both real and fictional, focusing on their heroic journeys and transformations. Quinn reflects on her childhood influences from female superheroes like the Bionic Woman and Wonder Woman, discussing how these characters and their origin stories inspired resilience and strength.

    The episode delves into the parallels between these heroic tales and the lives of divorced women, highlighting the unique superpowers they develop through their struggles. The discussion emphasizes how divorce can catalyze remarkable personal growth and empowerment, from independence and deep empathy to visionary thinking and shameless parenting.

    Listeners are encouraged to see their challenges as the crucible that forges them into heroes, ready to step into a new chapter with confidence and courage.

    00:00 Introduction: Celebrating Strong Women

    01:52 Nostalgia: Female Superheroes of the 70s

    04:12 Understanding Origin Stories

    06:23 Wonder Woman: Stepping Out of Comfort Zones

    08:53 Black Widow: Redemption and Courage

    11:43 Superpowers of Divorced Women

    19:45 Embracing Your Superhero Transformation

    21:46 Conclusion: Your Story is Just Beginning

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  • This episode features an enlightening conversation between Quinn Otrera and Britta Jo about Quinn's transformative journey through marriage, divorce, and personal growth. Quinn shares how coaching helped her evolve from resistance to self-empowerment and make the difficult decision to leave her marriage with love and acceptance. The discussion also covers Quinn's transition to becoming a coach for divorced women, promoting personal transformation and a fulfilling life post-divorce. Additionally, the script highlights the launch of Quinn's new podcast aimed at inspiring women to redefine their lives, with hints of future collaborations and mutual promotions between Quinn and the speaker. Their friendly banter underscores their strong friendship and support for each other's empowering missions.

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  • E5: Consistency Before Intensity

    In this episode of the Post Divorce Glow Up Show, Quinn discusses the importance of building consistency before pursuing intensity, especially in the context of personal growth and transformation. Drawing from her own experiences and those of her clients, Quinn explains how consistency lays the foundation for sustainable progress, helps form lasting habits, prevents burnout, enables continuous learning and adaptation, and builds trust in oneself and others.

    Introduction

    Welcome to episode number five of the post divorce glow up show....

    The Value of Consistency

    It is so important to build consistency before intensity....

    Sustainable Progress vs. Quick Results

    First of all, consistency provides sustainable progress....

    Habit Formation

    consistency creates habit formation....

    Preventing Burnout

    reduce the risk of burnout....

    Continuous Learning and Adaptation

    Consistency allows for continuous learning and adaptation....

    Building Trust with Yourself and Others

    consistency allows you to build trust with yourself as well as others...

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  • This podcast episode introduces the host's personal journey from the challenges of a divorce after a 22-year marriage, leaving her faith and moving to a new city; to building a new life filled with joy, strength, and community. She shares her transformation from feeling alone, financially uncertain, and physically weak, to becoming empowered, financially stable, and physically strong. The host aims to guide other divorced women through the process of the 'post-divorce glow up' by focusing on principles such as clarity of values, honesty, embodiment, and aligned action. These principles, she argues, can lead to significant improvements in health, wealth, and relationships. The episode is designed to inspire listeners with the message that, through intentional choices, they can reclaim their sense of self and joy in life post-divorce.

    00:00 Welcome to My Journey: From Divorce to Empowerment
    01:08 The Harsh Reality of Post-Divorce Life
    05:05 Building a New Community and Finding Strength
    08:01 Transforming Relationships and Self-Love
    08:37 Launching a Successful Coaching Business
    10:47 The Philosophy of the Post-Divorce Glow Up
    12:26 Core Principles for a Fulfilling Life Post-Divorce
    25:20 The Interconnectedness of Health, Wealth, and Relationships
    26:27 Conclusion and Invitation to Join the Journey

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