The Marriage Money Myth That's Costing Women More Than Dollars

Are you navigating divorce or supporting someone who is? In this episode of The Joy A.A.C.T.™, Dr. Lisa Summerour, breakup & divorce coach, talks with financial expert Mary Julia Cordero to share empowering advice for women facing divorce.

Discover why financial literacy is crucial, how to build the right support team, and the mindset shifts that lead to joy and stability after separation.

In This Episode We Cover:
✅ The 50/50 truth about finances and ownership in marriage (that no one tells you)
✅ Why women's income often drops after divorce—and how to prepare
✅ The importance of having both emotional AND financial support
✅ How to move from surviving to thriving with Dr. Lisa's A.A.C.T.™ framework
✅ When to start planning (even before you file)
Whether you're considering divorce, in the middle of one, or rebuilding after separation, this conversation will help you take ownership, find support, and create a joyful new chapter.

🔗 RESOURCES:
📌 Dr. Lisa's FREE Masterclass: "Four Essential Steps to Creating Joy After a Difficult Divorce" - https://dr-lisa.life/JoyBeyondDivorce
📧 Connect with Dr. Lisa Summerour: https://www.drlisasummerour.com
💰 Connect with Mary Julia Cordero - Financial Support for Women in Divorce: https://www.cordero-financial.com/div...


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00:00 – Introduction & The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements
00:22 – Welcome to The Joy Act with Dr. Lisa Summerour
00:33 – Live from Brooklyn: Meet Dr. Lisa & Mary Julia
01:15 – Why You Need More Than a Divorce Attorney
02:14 – The Financial Realities of Divorce for Women
04:02 – The Myth of Getting Rich After Divorce
05:03 – Top 3 Things Women Should Know About Divorce
06:02 – Marriage as a Business Partnership
07:02 – Understanding Financial Ownership in Marriage
08:02 – Dr. Lisa’s Masterclass: Creating Joy After Divorce
09:01 – Mindset Shifts & Financial Literacy for Women
10:00 – The Power of Support and Side-by-Side Guidance
12:00 – Navigating Grief, Loss, and Financial Decisions
14:00 – Setting Yourself Up for Thriving After Divorce
16:00 – Empowerment, Accountability, and Moving Forward
17:30 – When You Know a Divorce is Coming
18:30 – Supporting Others Through Divorce
19:30 – Why We Don’t Promote Divorce—But Support Women
20:30 – Mary Julia’s Journey to Supporting Divorced Women
22:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect