Episode 16: We are Family: A Conversation w/ My Sisters About Relationships and Divorce (w/ Adrienne, Deneen and Sudria)

Love, marriage, and divorce are complex journeys that shape not only our lives but also our understanding of relationships. The experiences we go through, especially those witnessed in our formative years, leave an indelible mark on how we approach our own connections with others. 

In this episode, I sit down with my three sisters—Adrienne, Deneen, and Sudria—for a heartfelt, multi-generational conversation about love, marriage, and the lasting impact of our parents’ divorce. Each of us brings a unique perspective shaped by our own experiences, from childhood beliefs about relationships to navigating our own marriages and divorces. We explore how our upbringing influenced our views on love, the vows we made to ourselves, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. Tune in as we reflect on the complexities of love, healing, and the power of sisterhood.

Song of the week: We Are Family by Sister Sledge

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(00:00:00) Episode Snippet

(00:00:15) Welcome to Your nEXt Chapter Podcast

(00:01:04) Advertisement: This episode is sponsored by Motivational MD Publishing. Dr. Jasmine Zapata helps resilient women turn their life stories into impactful legacy books. Visit ImReadyToLaunch.com to get started!

(00:02:35) We are family

(00:03:30) Sisters: Sudria, Deneen, and Adrienne?

(00:06:07) How did your childhood shape your views on love and marriage?

(00:12:29) The ideal of marriage and tradition

(00:23:47) Is it okay for kids to see relationship conflicts?

(00:27:20) Don’t drag kids into disagreements

(00:40:43) Time alone doesn’t heal

(00:44:08) There’s healing after divorce

(00:46:20) Boldness, Resilience, Confidence

(00:48:37) Thank you for listening!

Key Takeaways:

"I made a vow to myself that I didn't want to ever go through a divorce. Unfortunately, that happened."

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Sudria: https://www.instagram.com/sue_a.sponte/

Deneen: https://www.instagram.com/dmr0723/

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Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception, and loss. Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!

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