For many, marriage is foundational and so when a marriage falls apart it can feel like your foundation is crumbling and that your entire life is about to come crashing down. The emotional turmoil, financial repercussions, social changes, impact on your children and a host of other concerns can be overwhelming. We live in a world that never stops – jobs, bills, summer camp for the kids, taxes and more just keep going at full speed even as you struggle to face this massive change affecting your life. Below, we’ve shares stories and lessons from some of the bravest folks we know.

Amber Proctor

I emerged stronger from the transition of divorce by focusing on my artistic growth and surrounding myself with a nurturing community through therapy. I learned that it didn’t shape my identity, and through art, I’ve been able to express myself authentically, share my passion for creativity, and uplift the next generation of young artists. Read More>>

Rhiannon Dubois

Overcoming divorce was one of the hardest and most transformative journeys of my life. I was 29 when my marriage ended abruptly. I was devastated—shocked, ashamed, and utterly unsure of how to rebuild. Despite being a Clinical Psychologist, nothing had prepared me for the personal weight of that heartbreak. It felt like my entire world had been turned upside down, and I was left to piece it back together without knowing how. Read More>>

Jamaal Simmons

Lets go with the hard questions first lol It was difficult, however it took some time, healing, self-care, and the support of my tribe. All things generally take time. However, I made sure that I faced my feelings of grief instead of suppressing them and laying in the bed all day, which was a common occurrence. However, I think my body needed a chance to heal and my brain needed a chance to process. So sometimes I did lay in the bed and maybe that’s what I needed at times. Read More>>

Lara Bazant

In 2018 I felt trapped in a miserable marriage and unfulfilling job. Life looked fine on the surface—I was gainfully employed in advertising, running a jewelry side hustle, and raising a smart kid. Behind closed doors, my marriage had fallen apart after we lost a baby in 2016. I was terrified of my husband’s controlling family and ashamed of my body. We couldn’t say two words to each other without fighting, and I couldn’t look in the mirror without crying.  Read More>>