Forgiveness as a Path to Healing: A Smarter Way Forward After Divorce

Hosted by Deborah Moskovich and Steve Peck | Featuring Guest Dr. Mark Rye

Milestone Episode in Divorce Education—A Predecessor to the Soft Landing Podcast

This powerful episode of The Smart Divorce marks a transformative shift in how we understand and experience separation. In what can only be called a landmark conversation, host Deborah Moskovich welcomes Dr. Mark Rye, Associate Professor of Psychology at Skidmore College, whose pioneering research on forgiveness illuminates an often-overlooked but crucial part of healing.

A Unique Angle: Forgiveness & the Parent-Child Dynamic

Rather than framing forgiveness as forgetting or condoning harm, this episode reframes it as an act of personal liberation—especially vital for parents navigating life after divorce. Dr. Rye shares compelling insights into how forgiving an ex-spouse can:

• Reduce depression and enhance emotional well-being
• Improve parenting and reduce child exposure to conflict
• Change toxic dynamics by “taking back the remote control” on emotional triggers

A Smarter, More Humane Approach

This episode is not just another conversation—it's a foundational step toward a healthier, more compassionate post-divorce journey. It embodies the guiding philosophy that would later shape the Soft Landing Podcast, making it a must-listen for anyone ready to move forward with clarity, grace, and courage.

💬 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.

Connect with US: to.softlandingpodcast.ca

Designing a New Life: Creating Home After Divorce

Hosted by Deborah Moskovich and Steve Peck | Featuring Guest Deirdre Dyent

Episode Theme: From “We” to “Me”—Transforming Space, Healing Hearts

In this milestone episode of The Smart Divorce—a forerunner to the impactful Soft Landing Podcast—we venture beyond legalities and into the intimate spaces of post-divorce transformation. Deborah Moskovich, renowned divorce consultant and author, welcomes interior designer and emotional transition expert Deirdre Dyent, in a conversation that reshapes how we think about home after separation. What makes this episode an “achievement” in divorce education? It’s the first to address home design as emotional recovery. This isn’t just about where you live—it’s how you heal.

• Why your space matters: How your environment reflects your emotional state post-divorce
• Designing with children in mind: Creating continuity and safety across two homes
• From chaos to comfort: Practical strategies for turning dismal beginnings into fresh starts
• Emotional architecture: Avoiding “revenge decorating” and embracing authenticity

This inspiring and practical conversation offers hope and dignity for anyone navigating the emotional upheaval of moving on. A brighter, more humane approach to separation starts here.

💬 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.

Connect with US: to.softlandingpodcast.ca