Episode 7: Healing After Divorce with Georgia Shaffer

In this conversation, Georgia shares her personal journey of overcoming divorce, battling cancer, and rebuilding her life. She provides practical insights on how to grieve losses, embrace a new identity in Christ, and move toward healing.

Whether you are personally experiencing divorce or supporting a loved one through it, this episode is packed with hope, wisdom, and biblical truth. Subscribe for more insights at the intersection of psychology and Christianity!

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction

01:06 - Meet Georgia Shaffer: Author, Psychologist, & Coach

02:48 - Why Georgia is Passionate About Helping the Divorced

04:39 - The Stigma of Divorce in the Church

06:02 - The Deep Grief of Divorce

10:23 - Why Listing Your Losses Can Help You Heal

13:32 - The Lies That Keep People Stuck

14:51 - Healing Doesn’t Come from the Person Who Hurt You

19:58 - The Complexity of Trust After Betrayal

24:10 - How Long Does It Take to Rebuild Trust?

29:33 - What NOT to Do in "Frantic Mode"

32:41 - The Dangers of Love Bombing & Manipulation

34:14 - How to Find Support & Community After Divorce

37:51 - Georgia’s Books & Rebuild After Divorce Membership

39:00 - Closing Thoughts

🎯 Key Takeaways:

✔️ Divorce comes with layers of grief—beyond losing a spouse, it includes shattered dreams and unexpected losses.

✔️ Healing takes time, and expecting instant closure can lead to more pain.

✔️ Your identity is in Christ, not in your divorce.

✔️ Trust isn’t rebuilt overnight—it requires consistent trustworthiness over time.

✔️ Community is essential for healing, and support groups like Rebuild After Divorce provide life-giving encouragement.

Resources Mentioned:

🔗 Rebuild After Divorce Membership: GeorgiaShaffer.com/rebuildmembership

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