Divorce, Identity & Healing: A New Beginning for Women with Gwendoline Van Doosselaere
Is divorce the end or the beginning of something new?
In this episode of Beyond the Dose, Michelle Harrell sits down with divorce coach Gwendoline Van Doosselaere to explore the deeper emotional and spiritual journey of divorce and how it can become a powerful catalyst for transformation, healing, and identity shift.
Together, they unpack what it really means to move through divorce with intention, from navigating grief and anger to rebuilding your sense of self and finding resilience on the other side.
This conversation is especially for women going through life transitions, seeking clarity, and looking for support during one of life’s most challenging seasons.
What You'll Learn in This Episode
* Divorce as a spiritual and personal growth journey
* Identity transformation during major life transitions
* Emotional resilience, grief, and healing
* Letting go of cultural expectations around divorce
* The importance of community support and connection
* Finding meaning, joy, and purpose after divorce
If you’re navigating divorce, separation, or a major life shift, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and that transformation is possible.
🔗 Connect with Gwendoline Van Doosselaere:
Instagram: @_enilodnewg_ | @artemisdivorcecoaching
Facebook: @artemisdivorcecoaching
LinkedIn: /artemis-divorce-coaching/
Website: https://www.artemisdivorcecoaching.com/ [https://www.artemisdivorcecoaching.com/]
🔗 Connect with Michelle:
Instagram: @purplecityexperience | @treeoflifefacilitator
Facebook: @purplecityexperience
LinkedIn: /mharrell73
Website: https://www.purplecityexperience.com/ [https://www.purplecityexperience.com/]
Newsletter: https://substack.com/@michelleharrell [https://substack.com/@michelleharrell]
Book for a free consultation: https://calendly.com/michelle-gtu/introductory-call [https://calendly.com/michelle-gtu/introductory-call]
Subscribe to Michelle’s Substack articles: https://michelleharrell.substack.com/ [https://michelleharrell.substack.com/]
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Divorce Coaching
02:11 Personal Stories of Divorce
04:58 The Emotional Journey of Divorce
07:54 Cultural Scripts and Divorce
11:05 Identity Transformation Through Divorce
14:00 The Role of Anger and Grief
16:53 Navigating the Healing Process
20:01 Motherhood and Divorce
22:52 Finding Joy Amidst Pain
25:44 Navigating Divorce with Children
30:26 The Impact of Trauma on Healing
31:49 Identity Shift Post-Divorce
36:28 Building Community and Support
37:21 Coaching and Resources for Women
46:36 Creating a Holistic Divorce Network
50:08 Embracing Acceptance and Transformation
About Beyond the Dose
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