I'll be honest — my birthday this year didn't go the way I planned. I was exhausted, dealing with a lot, and the feelings that showed up weren't exactly festive. Sound familiar?

Whether it's a birthday, a holiday, or just a random Tuesday, divorce has a way of making ordinary moments feel unexpectedly heavy. In this episode, I'm sharing what I learned when I stopped pushing through and started listening — and the simple but powerful practice I used to honor exactly where I am right now.

In this episode:

- Why it's okay when celebrations don't feel celebratory — especially during divorce

- The birthday letter practice I'm using to document the journey, declare my desires and set myself free

- How to model emotional authenticity for your kids — and why it matters more than keeping it together

- Why different doesn't have to mean worse — even when it comes to split holidays

You get to feel it all, mama — and still find something worth celebrating.

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The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com