Why Being “Chosen” Is a Trap (And Keeps You Stuck After Divorce)

How to Rebuild Your Life After Domestic Abuse

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/fan_mail/new] Interior designer and TV personality Anouska Lancaster joins Sara Davison to share her powerful journey from surviving domestic abuse to rebuilding a life filled with freedom, creativity, and purpose. In this emotional episode, Anouska opens up about escaping coercive control, navigating fear and post-separation trauma, and how redesigning her home became the first step in healing and rediscovering herself. Together, Sara and Anouska discuss resilience, recovery, motherhood, confidence, and the transformative power of creating a life that truly feels like your own. A deeply inspiring conversation about courage, survival, and starting again. You can find Anouska Lancaster here: Instagram: @noushka_design Thank you to our sponsor PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026] - a leading online pension provider on a mission to build pension confidence so that everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. With PensionBee, you can manage your pension savings with ease and combine, contribute and withdraw (from age 55, rising to 57 from 2028) online. Their website and award-winning app make retirement planning simple with helpful tools like their Pension Calculator [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pension-calculator?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], blogs [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/blog?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], videos [https://www.youtube.com/@PensionbeeTV] and their monthly podcast - The Pension Confident Podcast [https://podfollow.com/the-pension-confident-podcast]. To find out more about pensions and divorce, take a look at the resources on their website [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained/pension-rules?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. Take control of your retirement today with PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. When investing, your capital is at risk. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/support] Find more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/ [http://saradavison.com/] Follow me on social media► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach [https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach] Twitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach [https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/]

Who Am I Now? Why Motherhood Leaves So Many Women Feeling Lost

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/fan_mail/new] Becoming a mum can be one of the most meaningful experiences in life—but it can also leave you wondering, who am I now?  In this episode, I’m joined by Zoe Blaski, founder of Motherkind, transformational coach, and Sunday Times bestselling author. We have a really honest conversation about the identity shift that comes with motherhood—and why so many women feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves in the process.  Zoe introduces the concept of matrescence—the emotional, physical, and psychological transition into motherhood—and explains why it can feel so intense (and why that’s completely normal). We talk about mum guilt, the pressure to “do it all,” changes in relationships and careers, and the quiet confidence struggles that so many women face but don’t always talk about.  This episode is a reassuring reminder that you’re not broken—you’re evolving. And that feeling lost is often part of finding your way again. You can find Zoe here:  *  Podcast: Motherkind (available on all major platforms)  *  Instagram: @zoeblaskey Thank you to our sponsor PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026] - a leading online pension provider on a mission to build pension confidence so that everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. With PensionBee, you can manage your pension savings with ease and combine, contribute and withdraw (from age 55, rising to 57 from 2028) online. Their website and award-winning app make retirement planning simple with helpful tools like their Pension Calculator [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pension-calculator?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], blogs [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/blog?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], videos [https://www.youtube.com/@PensionbeeTV] and their monthly podcast - The Pension Confident Podcast [https://podfollow.com/the-pension-confident-podcast]. To find out more about pensions and divorce, take a look at the resources on their website [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained/pension-rules?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. Take control of your retirement today with PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. When investing, your capital is at risk. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/support] Find more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/ [http://saradavison.com/] Follow me on social media► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach [https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach] Twitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach [https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/]

Why Being “Chosen” Is a Trap (And Keeps You Stuck After Divorce)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/fan_mail/new] In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Ateh Jewel—award-winning journalist, beauty entrepreneur, and broadcaster—to explore what it really takes to rebuild your life after divorce. Ateh shares her deeply personal journey from a long-term marriage into a new chapter of self-discovery, confidence, and independence. We talk about identity shifts, motherhood, dating in midlife, and the power of finally choosing yourself. We also explore the realities of ADHD, emotional resilience, and how to move from self-doubt to self-trust. Where to find Dr Ateh Jewel: Instagram: @atehjewel Website: atehjewel.com Ateh Jewel Beauty: atehjewelbeauty.com Thank you to our sponsor PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026] - a leading online pension provider on a mission to build pension confidence so that everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. With PensionBee, you can manage your pension savings with ease and combine, contribute and withdraw (from age 55, rising to 57 from 2028) online. Their website and award-winning app make retirement planning simple with helpful tools like their Pension Calculator [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pension-calculator?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], blogs [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/blog?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], videos [https://www.youtube.com/@PensionbeeTV] and their monthly podcast - The Pension Confident Podcast [https://podfollow.com/the-pension-confident-podcast]. To find out more about pensions and divorce, take a look at the resources on their website [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained/pension-rules?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. Take control of your retirement today with PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. When investing, your capital is at risk. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/support] Find more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/ [http://saradavison.com/] Follow me on social media► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach [https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach] Twitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach [https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/]

Can’t Sleep After a Breakup? This Neuroscience Tool Calms Anxiety & Trauma Fast

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/fan_mail/new] Struggling to sleep after a breakup—or stuck in a cycle of anxiety and emotional overwhelm? This episode reveals a neuroscience-backed tool designed to calm your mind fast and help your body recover from stress and trauma. Jim Poole, CEO of NuCalm, explains how cutting-edge brain science is transforming sleep, reducing anxiety, and building long-term resilience—without medication or years of meditation practice. Discover how this technology works with your brain’s natural frequencies to shift you into a deeply restorative state—similar to hours of sleep or deep meditation—in just minutes. In this episode, you’ll learn: *  How brainwave frequencies (Delta, Theta, Gamma) influence mood, sleep, and recovery  *  Why chronic stress harms your body—and how to start reversing its effects  *  The neuroscience behind rapid relaxation without drugs or invasive procedures  *  How NuCalm guides your brain into a healing Theta state  *  Why consistent use can improve sleep, memory, focus, and emotional resilience  Jim also shares real-world stories—from trauma survivors to cancer patients—highlighting how this approach is helping people feel calm, safe, and in control again. Whether you're dealing with heartbreak, burnout, PTSD, or everyday stress, this episode offers a practical path to feeling better—starting today. Ready to try it for yourself? To get access to NuCalm, visit www.nucalm.com [https://www.nucalm.com/] and use my first name SARA at checkout as your discount code to get 15% off for life, plus start your 7-day free trial. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/support] Find more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/ [http://saradavison.com/] Follow me on social media► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach [https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach] Twitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach [https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/]

Why Many Single Moms Feel Happier After Divorce (No One Talks About This) — with Francesca Amber

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/fan_mail/new] Turn heartbreak into your greatest advantage. In this episode, Francesca Amber shares how she transformed divorce and single motherhood into a life of confidence, freedom, and success. From emotional lows to building a thriving business, she reveals how manifestation helped her rebuild—on her own terms. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset around divorce, use gratitude as a practical healing tool, and turn everyday habits into powerful manifestation rituals. Francesca also shares her approach to handling toxic relationships, overcoming limiting beliefs about love and money, and navigating dating after separation. We cover: * Mindset shifts for healing after divorce * Manifestation techniques that fit into daily life * Setting boundaries with toxic exes * Rebuilding confidence and self-worth * The truth about dating again * Using subliminal affirmations to reprogram your thinking Francesca Amber is a manifesting expert and author of Manifest Like a Mother, helping women create empowered, independent, and fulfilling lives. If you’re ready to rebuild, refocus, and rise stronger than ever, this episode will show you how to turn pain into momentum—and start manifesting the life you deserve. Find Francesca Amber: Instagram: @francescaamber Podcast: Law of Attraction Changed My Life Book: Manifest Like a Mother (available on major platforms) Thank you to our sponsor PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026] - a leading online pension provider on a mission to build pension confidence so that everyone can enjoy a happy retirement. With PensionBee, you can manage your pension savings with ease and combine, contribute and withdraw (from age 55, rising to 57 from 2028) online. Their website and award-winning app make retirement planning simple with helpful tools like their Pension Calculator [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pension-calculator?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], blogs [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/blog?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026], videos [https://www.youtube.com/@PensionbeeTV] and their monthly podcast - The Pension Confident Podcast [https://podfollow.com/the-pension-confident-podcast]. To find out more about pensions and divorce, take a look at the resources on their website [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/pensions-explained/pension-rules?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026]. Take control of your retirement today with PensionBee [https://www.pensionbee.com/uk/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=heartbreak_to_happiness_2026] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1635094/support] Find more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/ [http://saradavison.com/] Follow me on social media► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach [https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoach] Twitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach [https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoach] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/]