Thriving Through Chaos: Productivity and Financial Resilience in Divorce with Karen McMahon | Episode 224

Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law

In this insightful episode, host Ryan Kalamaya is joined once again by Karen McMahon, a seasoned divorce coach and host of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast. Together, they explore how personal growth and financial resilience can empower individuals during the divorce process, particularly for high-achieving executives and entrepreneurs.

Episode Highlights:

• The Role of a Divorce Coach: Karen explains how divorce coaches support clients in managing emotional turbulence, clarifying priorities, and maintaining productivity during high-stakes divorces.
• Setting Boundaries for Co-Parenting and Shared Spaces: Learn how to establish temporary shared parenting arrangements and negotiate boundaries in shared living situations to reduce conflict.
• Financial Expectations and Transparency: Discover the importance of working with financial experts to gain clarity, manage complex financial disclosures, and set realistic expectations for both parties.

Key Discussions:

• Choosing the Right Team: Karen and Ryan discuss the unique roles of attorneys, financial experts, and divorce coaches, offering guidance on selecting the best professionals for your specific needs.
• Delegating Effectively: Tips for managing time and costs during the divorce process by leveraging the expertise of your team while focusing on high-priority goals.
• Navigating Negotiations: Insights into why divorce negotiations differ from boardroom deals and how to maintain emotional intelligence, ask the right questions, and approach discussions with curiosity rather than judgment.

Practical Takeaways:

• Use B.I.F.F. for Communication: Keep messages brief, informative, firm, and friendly to avoid escalating conflicts.
• Establish Priorities: Clarify non-negotiables and areas of flexibility to streamline decision-making and negotiations.
• Pause Before Reacting: Create a buffer before responding to emotionally charged communications to avoid impulsive reactions.

Whether you’re in the early stages of divorce or navigating complex negotiations, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you stay focused and resilient. Be sure to check out Karen’s other appearances on Divorce at Altitude in Episodes 55, 119, and 143 for more expert insights.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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