In brief: Why we avoid difficult conversations during divorce (Part 1)

In this Part 1 mini-episode, Kate shares gentle guidance on difficult conversations during divorce — from finances and children’s arrangements to talking about the future.

Released: 31 December 2025
Updated: 8 January 2026
12 MIN
#171
Emotional journey

In this Part 1 mini-episode, Kate shares gentle guidance on difficult conversations during divorce - from finances and children’s arrangements to talking about the future.

Why difficult conversations matter during divorce

Kate explores why these conversations can feel so uncomfortable, what’s really happening beneath the surface when we avoid them and why leaning into them can make separation smoother and kinder for everyone involved.

Don’t miss Part 2 on 14th of January, where Kate shares simple, practical strategies to help these conversations feel calmer, clearer and more manageable.

What we cover:

  • The conversations people most commonly avoid during separation
  • Why certain topics feel especially hard to talk about
  • Why difficult conversations matter for your future

More divorce resources:

Got a question on divorce, separation or co-parenting you’d like us to cover? Share your thoughts with us at hello@amicable.co.uk or through direct messages on Instagram.

We've created amicable space to give you more personalised support. Become a member of amicable space for bonus podcast episodes, exclusive webinars, articles and an interactive community. You can share your questions and get expert advice from amicable specialists. Start your free trial here.

You can also get in touch with amicable for more information on the legal, financial and parenting aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert today. 

Thanks for listening - here’s 3 months of the amicable co-parenting app for free! Open this link on your phone, install the app and create your account. Once that’s done, select 'I have a promo code' when setting up your family, enter PODCAST, press ‘apply’ and enjoy staying organised together.

Latest Episodes

Episode #201: You’re doing better than you think: helping children thrive through divorce
Coparenting
1 July 2026
45 MIN

You’re doing better than you think: helping children thrive through divorce

Supporting your children through separation goes so much further than one difficult conversation - but knowing how to keep showing up for them is something many parents struggle with.

#201
Episode #200: Best of: 200 episodes of The Divorce Podcast
Separation stories
24 June 2026
20 MIN

Best of: 200 episodes of The Divorce Podcast

200 episodes of honest, hopeful conversations about divorce – here are the moments that stayed with us.

#200
Episode #199: Divorcing dads: why separation hits men hard - and how to help
Emotional journey
17 June 2026
43 MIN

Divorcing dads: why separation hits men hard - and how to help

Divorce can hit men hard – and many dads withdraw just when they need people most. For divorcing dads, that isolation isn't only painful – it can be dangerous.

#199

Listen to The Divorce Podcast on your favourite platform