“This will be my first Christmas in 31 years with out my husband. He left in April.. I am having a hard time imaging waking up on Christmas morning with out him and all the magic of the holiday. Our wedding anniversary is two days after Christmas. It was always a very special time for us. I am making plans but I know I will be alone on Christmas morning.”…

Darlene, Nov. 12th, 2009

That comment is a real comment from a concerned reader posted on my dear friend, Joanie Winberg, Founder of The National Association for Divorced Women and Children’s blog offering “Five Things Not to Do  After Divorce During the Holidays!”  Do you suppose Darlene is wondering how she is going to handle this whole situation she finds herself in?

I totally believe in the innate ability of women to overcome their emotional and financial challenges with flying colors, but very few of us can or even want to do it on our own. That’s why Darlene or anyone facing similar challenges will find a friend, mentor and powerful resource in Joanie and her universe of sincere, knowledgeable and caring experts!

This is Joanie’s personal experience:

“After my divorce, I not only had to adjust to being a single mom of two children, ages twelve and nine at the time, I also had to learn how to do the once shared to-do list on my own, plus start thinking about a new career.

At times, I felt so overwhelmed and tired with all the new challenges and wondered many times, how I can continue to do it all.

One day, I had a huge wake-up call, when one of my friends said to me, “If you crumble, so will your children.” That’s all I needed to hear. From that day forward, I realized I had to take care of myself and get the support I needed in order to be the best I could be for my children as well as for myself.” 

That was the catalyst that started Joanie on the road, not only to her own personal and professional success, but over the years she has helped so many other women and children do the same!

Which is why, after knowing her and watching her in action over the last couple of years, I am proud to recommend her NEW 12 Week Mentoring Program as an affiliate and as a believer in her ability to get people back on track!

The effects of divorce on an individual are as varied as individuals themselves and the circumstances that lead to the dissolution of their marriages. While there are many negative effects of divorce, there are positive effects too. The choice to end a marriage is deeply personal. Whether the decision to divorce is yours, your spouse’s or a mutual agreement, you have the power to minimize the negative effects and accentuate the positive.

Some of the emotional and physical effects of divorce on an individual are:
Negative
- Fear
- Guilt
- A sense of failure
- Physical exhaustion
- Depression
- Anger
- Separation anxiety
- Weight loss or gain
- Isolation
- A loss of trust
- Poor self-esteem

Positive
- A sense of freedom
- A renewed sense of self worth
- Relief
- Resolution
- Closure
- Safety
- Accomplishment
- A sense of empowerment

The realities of divorce for individuals often include:
- Financial stress
- Relocation
- Separation
- Division of property
- Child care and visitation issues
- Legal issues defining the parameters of a divorce

So…if you find yourself Single Again and are asking yourself …”Now What?”

• Establish a strong support system and maintain it before, during and after a divorce
• Assess and develop the skills necessary to thrive
• Move ahead with Purpose, Vision and Goals

My passion over the last 30 years has been to help women and their families create more freedom and abundance in their lives. I’ve done that by providing access to people and resources that will help them do just that. Joanie Winberg and her Mentoring Program for Single Again Women along with the High 5 Club, of which I am a part, is a great resource for anyone looking for answers to some tough questions, regardless of whether they invest in the program or not.

Several Years ago as a result of my appearance as a contestant in The Next Internet Millionaire Online Virtual Reality Competion, I had the pleasure of meeting online a fabulous , caring woman by the name of Joanie Winberg. She and I hit bit off immediately as a result of our shared passion for helping women and their families.

The byproduct of that experience was that I was determined to create programs for women, by women. Two years ago, that was a bit hard to do, as men were by far the majority of those on the internet.

I’m THRILLED that there are far more women providing important and valuable solutions for women online TODAY!

One of those launches tomorrow, September 9th, 2009 and I’m thrilled to be part of a team of 5 experts coming together to provide solutions and support for Single Women, Single Again Women, Single Moms and Widows!

As a result of the feedback we’ve gotten from thousands of women, especially single moms, if that they don’t have time to spare. We heard them loud and clear, so put together an affordable program that will take only 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week in the convenience of their own homes or offices, that will provide information, advice, tips and resources (as well as free bonuses and a community of like minded women) in 5 major areas of their lives!

It’s cutting edge in delivery…5 minute or less videos wher women will actually get to see and hear each of us as we educate, inspire, motivate and support women who say “Single Again? Now What?

Deatils are below:

  MONDAY: Parenting Strategies with Susan Epstein, Parent Coach

  TUESDAY: Financial Facts with Lisa Decker, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst

   WEDNESDAY: Social Media Savvy with Debbie Ducic, Internet Expert

  THURSDAY: Personal Growth Pathways with Joanie Winberg, Human Behavior Consultant

  FRIDAY: Dating and Soul Mates with Dr. Jenn, Dating Coach

To learn more or sign up to be one of the first, CLICK HERE

How about some support??? Will you give me a “High 5″ to that?

Quick notice here about the kickoff of “GutZyGrams” on Blog Talk Radio Wednesday May6th, 6PM EST, US

8am East coast Thursday Morn for my Ozzie friends

Call-in Number: (347) 215-6997

or click on  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/SingleAgain

 With host, my very good friend and colleague, Joanie Winberg, founder of the National Association of Divorce for Women and Children.

“Fresh Start After Divorce Community“

Are you going through a divorce or are you divorced?– Are you a widow or widower?– Becoming “Single Again” is an emotional roller coaster ride.– Join Joanie and her special guests from around the world each week sharing tips to support and encourage you during these transitional times in your life.– Maybe the tips will inspire you, make you laugh or just be the right thing you need to hear at this time in your life.

I’ll be introducing my newest short and sweet content: For women who demand the latest…QUICKLY!

Take a “GutZyGram” moment and discover:

• Unique Insights for Getting Seen & Heard over the crowd

• Effective New Tools for Creating & Attracting in the Virtual World

• Short & Sweet Videos for Building a Stellar Online Presence

Debbie Ducic, aka GutZy Woman has been involved with the internet since 1998, when she saw the potential for herself and other women to create income by working from home using a computer and internet technology. She also worked 30 plus years as an advocate for gender equality, entrepreneurism  and economic development for women. Those passions merged together when in 2008, GutZy Women LLC was born.

With a desire to create a truly global movement, Debbie took one step closer to her goal when she and her family picked up and moved to Australia in 2009. She is convinced the once male dominated internet marketing industry is now giving way to a much more balanced and woman friendly place thanks to social media and simplified software applications. As a result, Debbie’s on a mission to inspire, motivate and mentor women all over the world to use the internet and other communication technology to their benefit as long as it also benefits our people and our planet.

To learn more about Debbie or GutZy Women 

 GutZy Women begin the “independence Day” Season this summer with a Celebration of Independence…from Husbands, that is!

With Divorce Specialist, Joanie Winberg.

Since the grand opening of GutZy Women last year, I have been wanting to create a weekly series of Teleseminar/Webcast interviews with GutZy Women across the world. The Maiden Voyage starts THIS WEEK!

The GutZy Women International Mastermind Alliance Teleseminar-Webcast Series…LIVE!

We have 5 more INCREDIBLE women lined up in the weeks to come and there will be many more who are experts in their field. Women with AMAZING STORIES to tell as well as extremely valuable information to impart to help those of you looking for solutions to your challenges in business, in benevolence, in health, in spirituality, in relationships and in life.

While many teleseminar series only focus on one aspect of life, like internet marketing, or business building, etc., I feel there are GutZy Women in every field whom you would LOVE to meet , pick their brainZ and maybe even befriend or do business with once you get to know their heartZ!

That’s a BIG part of the mission of GutZy Women is to bring more visibility to the women (and brave men) who are doing incredible things to spur the EVE-olution, offering brilliant solutions to positively impact the world in which we live!

Maybe you are one of those people…so we encourage YOU to step up with YOUR STORY. Get it out to the GutZy Women Community, so we can help you find those who are looking for what you have to offer!

But in the mean time, join us THIS THURSDAY evening for the Delightful Diva of Divorce: Joanie Winberg.

7 Tips on How to Keep on Laughing with Life’s Ups and Downs… Even after DivorceLearn how…

- Ten minutes a day leads to a happier you

- To turn the feeling of stress into calmness in minutes

- The understanding that stress is self inflicted and what to do about it

- To achieve a feeling of centeredness every day

- To lighten up and let go

- To get unstuck in the muck and move your life forward

- To deal with that inner voice that is controlling your life

Bonus-

Sign up to receive your Bonus immediately following Joanie’s interview…

“66 Secrets to Less Stress” written by 12 experts on stress from across the country.

Register by clicking on the link below:

www.gutzywoman.com/JoanieWinberg

You’ll be sent the details in an email once you register.  Read more about Joanie here

PSSSSST>>>Just wait ’til you see who else I have lined up! (OK, I’ll give you a hint…this woman literally created the Boogie Board Industry in the US and is now rocking the entrepreneurial world as this Granny struts her stuff both online and off as the CEO of the “Entrepreneur Club”). Keep your eyes peeled for this one!