The holiday season is upon us and the change in our circumstances as a divorced/divorcing dad can cause significant stress. Listen in as Jude shares ways in which you can manage this stress and create a healthy and happy holiday season.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Divorce? Find out in this qu...

Divorce is an emotional upheaval, but for many dads, it becomes a transformative journey filled with opportunities for growth, connection, and newfound purpose. Let’s delve deeper into each reason with examples that resonate with divorced or divorcing dads.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Divorce...

Divorce can be one of the most challenging and life-changing decisions a father may face. Beyond the emotional toll, it requires thoughtful planning and preparation to ensure a smooth transition for yourself and your children. In this episode, we’ll explore the critical steps a dad should take when considering divorce, offering practical advice and examples to help navigate this process responsibly and effectively.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings...

The holiday season can be a bittersweet time for many divorced dads. On one hand, it’s a chance to share special moments with your children, filled with joy and wonder. On the other, it might bring up reminders of the traditions you once shared as a family, now forever changed. Your first holiday season after a divorce is bound to be a time of mixed emotions—but it’s also a chance for a fresh start. By embracing new traditions, you can still make this a magical season for you and your kids.He...

Intimacy, style and makeover expert Karina Solomon (https://successappeal.com) joins Jude to discuss why it is important to cultivate your own style and how remaking your image during divorce is beneficial. Grab her free tips here: https://successappeal.com/style-tips-for-menJoin The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjust...

In this episode Jude discusses the reality that many friends will struggle with navigating your divorce and how you can skillfully address the issue with them.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Divorce? Find out in this quiz - http://www.thedivorceddadvocate.com/divorce-quiz.html*FREE Dads Guide To...

Divorce is a life-altering event that can leave you emotionally and mentally drained. For dads, balancing parenthood and personal recovery is often even more challenging. However, there may come a time when you feel ready to dip your toes back into the dating pool. But how do you know if it’s the right time? The decision to date again after divorce is deeply personal, and it’s important to make sure you’re truly ready—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.In this episode, we’ll e...

Divorce is often one of the most emotionally and mentally taxing experiences a person can go through. For dads, it brings unique challenges—navigating custody, finances, personal healing, and maintaining a sense of normalcy for their children. Amidst this uncertainty, developing and maintaining a spiritual practice can be a powerful way to stay grounded and find a sense of purpose.Here’s why cultivating spirituality during a divorce is essential for dads and how it can positively impact both ...

In this episode, we’re diving into a sensitive but crucial conversation: discussing divorce with your children. We all know that divorce is challenging for everyone involved, but how you approach it with your kids can make a significant difference in their emotional well-being.Children process divorce differently at each developmental stage—from toddlers to teens—so it’s essential to tailor your conversation to their unique needs. We’ll be exploring how to explain divorce in a way that’s age-...

Fatherhood has long been recognized as a crucial component in a child’s development, but society often still assumes that mothers are the primary caregivers. This assumption can leave many fathers marginalized in custody battles and parenting time arrangements. However, fathers bring unique and irreplaceable qualities to their children’s lives that must not be overlooked. Fighting for parenting time is not just about legal rights; it’s about being an active and present force in a child’s emot...

When going through a divorce, one of the most significant assets to address is often the marital home. This process can be emotionally and financially challenging, but understanding your options can help you make informed decisions. Here are the main ways couples typically handle dividing the family home during divorce:Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadv...

In this episode of Practical Advice, Jude addresses the process of choosing an attorney and gives tips and advice on how to mitigate the legal process in order to garner a beneficial outcome for you and your children.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Divorce? Find out in this quiz - http://www.the...

Maintaining a balanced diet and exercise routine with a busy schedule can be challenging, but it's certainly achievable with some planning and commitment. Here are some practical strategies to help you stay healthy despite a hectic lifestyle.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Divorce? Find out in t...

As a divorced or divorcing father, you're facing one of life's most challenging transitions. During this difficult time, it's crucial to remember that your children are looking to you for guidance and stability. In this episode Jude shares a biblical reference that offers valuable wisdom on how to conduct yourself in a healthy manner, even amidst the turmoil of divorce.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Disc...

When working with fathers entering into a divorce or who have recently divorced, there is a 5-step process through which I assist them in identifying and implementing an action plan for their lives. Throughout this Dads’ Guide to Divorce series, I will be sharing this specific process with detailed ways in which you can utilize it in order to achieve an amazing life for you and your children.The final step in the “Dads Guide To Divorce” is Step 5: Master Your Psychology. I will admit that thi...

Jason Kendrick and Kirk Samuels, The Mad Men of Masculinity, join the show to preview their respective M.E.N. Summit talks Who Do You Thnk You Are, and How is That Working for You? and Sexual Sovereignty. Learn more about the M.E.N. Summit at menempowerment.net.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To Your Di...

Chris Natzke, 8th Degree Black Belt and 1999 United States National Tae Kwon Do Champion, leadership coach and professional speaker joins Jude to discuss his upcoming talk at the M.E.N. Summit called MENtoring: Creating a Legacy of H.O.P.E. for Future Generations.For more info about the summit go to menempowerment.net.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvo...

Brett "Zach" Zachman, founder of BeMen a non-profit organization focused on male wellness, joins Jude to share parts of his 5 Pillars of Male Wellness talk coming up at the M.E.N. Summit on August 24th in Parker, CO. For more info on the summit go to menempowerment.net.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://thedivorceddadvocate.com/membership-tiers/How Are You Adjusting To...

When working with fathers entering into divorce or who have recently divorced, there is a 5-step process through which I assist them in identifying and implementing an action plan for their lives. Throughout this Dads' Guide to Divorce series, I will be sharing the specific process with detailed ways in which you can utilized it in order to achieve an amazing life for you and your children. This week we discuss Step 4 which is to Optimize Your Environment. Join The Divorce Dadvocate Memb...

In this compelling episode of "Fatherhood In The Age of Mediocrity," we dive into the challenges of modern-day fatherhood. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Solidman.com, Ken Curry, joins Jude and explores how societal changes and evolving cultural norms impact the role of fathers today.The discussion begins by addressing the concept of mediocrity in contemporary society—how it influences parenting styles, expectations, and the pressures faced by fathers. Ken offers practi...

Now that you have a clear vision and direction and you’ve done the work to strategize your actions, you should be in full swing of implementing the behaviors necessary to achieve your goal(s). However, what do you do if you don’t quite have the skills necessary to get to where you want to go? It’s time for Step 3: Upgrade Your Skills!Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups & MORE! - https://...

Welcome back to the Dads’ Guide to Divorce series. If you missed the first installment, “Dads’ Guide to Divorce: Step 1 — Clarify Your Vision,” make sure to check it out. In that article, I discussed how crucial it is to clarify your vision and direction when entering a divorce or navigating life post-divorce. Today, we're diving into Step 2: Strategize Your Actions. This step will provide you with a clear roadmap to achieve the vision you’ve set for yourself and your children.Join The Divorc...

Welcome to the Dads’ Guide to Divorce series, where I aim to support fathers navigating the often tumultuous waters of divorce or life after it. Over the next few podcasts, I'll share a 5-step process that I’ve developed to help you identify and implement a plan for your life, ensuring that you and your children can move forward toward a brighter future.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – FREE Workshops & Courses – Private Discussion Groups...

Divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and for fathers, it can come with unique obstacles. Ensuring your attorney effectively advocates for your interests requires clear communication, strategic planning, and a keen understanding of the complex issues at play. Here’s how you can "train" your attorney to work diligently on your behalf as you navigate the emotional and legal intricacies of divorce.Join The Divorce Dadvocate Membership Community - FULL Episodes - Live Meetings – ...