When Grief Destroys Marriage: One Woman's Raw Truth

Off the Fence with Karen Covy: Mastering Decision Making, Divorce & More

Thirteen years of marriage, seven years of sacrifice, nine months of hell – and now she faces the hardest choice of her life. Toki Simmons, a business leader who “has it all together,” shares the raw truth about how her marriage is in crisis behind the scenes,

After spending seven years of being caregivers for her husband's mother, Toki expected her husband to deeply grieve her death when she passed away in January. What she didn't anticipate was the rage, anger, and emotional breakdowns that would follow – behaviors she'd never witnessed in her husband before. Now she's wrestling between compassion for his loss while questioning how long she can sustain a marriage that's fundamentally changed.

Her breakthrough comes through learning a completely different approach to communication … one that comes from her heart instead of her head.

For anyone balancing professional success with private relationship struggles, this episode offers validation and practical guidance. It's a reminder that behind every strong woman is sometimes a marriage in crisis, and that acknowledging this truth isn't weakness – it's the first step toward either healing or making difficult choices with clarity and compassion.

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.

פרקים

1. Welcome to Breakthrough Divorce Coaching (00:00:00)

2. Toki's Story: Caregiver to Grieving Spouse (00:03:50)

3. Unpacking The Relationship Changes (00:09:43)

4. Communication Techniques That Build Connection (00:16:44)

5. Finding A Path Forward Together (00:22:53)

6. Episode Wrap-Up and Call To Action (00:26:05)