Navigating Breakups with Kids: Alanda Josey's Journey
I think it gives people a different perspective. I think that's been a big part of my lifestyle for The Past Seven Years, because it's given me just a better sense of self in terms of my mental and my physical well-being.
Breaking up is hard enough, but when kids are involved, the challenges multiply. In this episode of the Breakup Recovery Podcast, Barbara Stevens chats with Alanda Josey about her experience of going through a breakup while raising children. Alanda describes it as one of the most painful and challenging processes she has ever faced. The hardest part? The instability it brought to her children's lives, leaving them feeling constantly on edge. But Alanda didn't let these struggles define her.
She took a leap of faith, trusted her own judgment, and took ownership of her decisions. Her journey as a single mom is documented on her blog, cocoamommy.com, where she shares the ups and downs of parenting, divorce, and much more. In this episode, Alanda also talks about the financial struggles she faced and how she overcame them. She emphasizes the importance of having a personal support network and finding ways to take time for oneself.
The episode wraps up with practical tips and strategies to help listeners start their journey of recovery post-breakup. Whether you're dealing with a recent breakup or still navigating the aftermath, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.