Welcome to When the Fairytale Ends—a podcast for women navigating divorce, separation, and life after marriage.

In this first episode, certified divorce coach Raquell Barton shares her personal story of surviving two divorces, including ending a 19-year marriage at age 48, and how she rebuilt her life with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

In This Episode:

• Her 7-month first marriage and the intuition she ignored
• Ending her 19-year second marriage at 48 with three kids
• The immediate fears: finances, kids, body image, and finding joy again
• How a Facebook support group changed her perspective
• Transitioning from virtual assistant to certified divorce coach

What's Coming This Season:

• Why marriages really end (beyond the surface issues)
• Healing and self-awareness after divorce
• Dating after divorce in midlife
• How men and women approach love differently
• Breaking toxic relationship patterns
• Co-parenting strategies that work
• Financial independence after separation

About Your Host:

Raquell Barton is a certified divorce coach, mom of three, and survivor of two divorces. Her mission: helping women navigate divorce with more clarity, support, and dignity than she had—proving that your story doesn't end when your marriage does.

Ready for Support?

Book a Divorce Strategy Call with Raquell: https://herdivorceacademy.com/program/book-a-coaching-fit-call