Spending the Holidays Alone: Reframing Solitude as Strength

Hosted by Steve Peck and featuring Deborah Moskovich of The Smart Divorce

Welcome to an Achievement Episode in Divorce Education

This powerful episode of Divorce Source Radio marks a milestone in the journey toward healthier, more compassionate separations. It also stands as a spiritual forerunner to the Soft Landing Podcast—one that continues the mission of transforming pain into personal growth.

Theme: The Emotional Terrain of Holidays After Divorce

In a conversation as raw as it is reassuring, Steve and Deborah offer real talk on navigating the loneliness, loss, and longing that can surface during holidays post-divorce. With empathy and honesty, they share stories of split Christmas mornings, solo Hanukkah nights, and the aching silence of traditions interrupted.

• Deborah's firsthand experiences of parenting through bar mitzvahs and birthdays without a partner
• Steve’s poignant reflections on filming Christmas mornings—then facing the first one alone
• Creative strategies for reframing holidays, including opting out, giving back, and starting new traditions
• The deep truth: "Love may not vanish, but it can transform."

Impact: From Pain to Empowerment

This episode goes beyond survival—it offers a blueprint for reclaiming the holidays as a time of self-reflection, connection, and even joy. It invites listeners to embrace the discomfort of “firsts” as the beginning of their most meaningful evolution.

💬 Thanks for Listening

Ken Maynard

Thank you for joining us on the Soft Landing Divorce Podcast, where we believe that separation can be a starting point—not just an end. With the right support, you can navigate this transition with dignity, clarity, and a vision for your future. I’m Ken Maynard, Accredited Family Mediator and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and founder of Divorce the Smartway. I help separating couples find resolution through constructive dialogue, practical financial planning, and family-first solutions.

• 📞 Phone: (647) 360-3200
• 🌐 Website: divorcethesmartway.ca
• 📧 Email: kmaynard@dtsw.ca

Sarah Bates

I believe every ending can be the beginning of a healthier, more empowered life. I’m Sarah Bates—divorce consultant, educator, and advocate for compassionate separation. If you're navigating separation, co-parenting, or just need guidance on building the right team, I’m here to help.

• 📞 Phone: (647) 493-1800
• 🌐 Website: www.thesmartdivorce.com
• 📧 Email: sarah@thesmartdivorce.com

Let’s build your soft landing—together.

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