S1:E19 – KIMBERLY LORAH "Growth through Support"

Divorce can make even the strongest person feel untethered—emotionally flooded, uncertain, and alone. In this episode of Divorcing Strong, Becky Sampson (Bulldog Becky Brochovich) sits down with Kimberly Lorah, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Divorce Coach, to talk about what happens after your world gets turned upside down—and how to rebuild from the inside out.

Kimberly shares her own story: a 23-year marriage, the heartbreak of the life she imagined ending, and the overwhelming reality of single parenthood—while still showing up professionally as a therapist. She opens up about the fear, shame, and isolation that can come with divorce, and why she created Blossom Coaching LLC: to be the support she didn’t feel like she had when she needed it most.

Together, Becky and Kimberly unpack the emotional side of divorce recovery—nervous system overload, fear of the unknown, boundary-setting, and the power of community support. If you’re in the middle of the storm, considering divorce, or rebuilding afterward, this episode will remind you: you matter—and you’re going to be okay.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why divorce can feel like identity loss—and how to reconnect with your authentic self
• How fear and “what if” thinking keep people stuck—and how to shift into hope and grounded decision-making
• What nervous system overload looks like in divorce (sleep issues, panic, dread, emotional flooding, even hair loss)
• Practical regulation tools: mindset work, breathwork, journaling, movement, self-care, and support mapping
• Why prepping emotionally before talking to your attorney can save money and reduce overwhelm
• The difference between being kind vs. being nice—and how that impacts boundaries
• Why boundaries are for you, not the other person—and how to set and hold them without guilt
• How to co-parent with less conflict (including low-contact strategies and parenting apps)
• Why community matters—and how safe groups help you heal without “horror story” spirals
• The real transformation: rediscovering your voice, rebuilding confidence, and stepping into your next chapter

A powerful takeaway

Divorce may end a marriage—but it doesn’t end your life. With the right support, you can move from survival mode to stability, and from heartbreak to rebuilding with courage and intention.

Connect with Kimberly Lorah

Kimberly offers a free consultation and works virtually (based in New Jersey). Her coaching and groups are designed to be a safe place to share, heal, and grow—without judgment.

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