
THE RE:STARTACADEMY
The Restart Academy Podcast: Your Safe Space for the Real Conversations About Divorce Recovery
This podcast is for divorced women who are rebuilding their lives after devastating divorces. If you've been searching for a place where you can finally have the real conversations - the controversial ones, the embarrassing questions, the messy truths about what it's actually like to heal and rebuild after your marriage ends - you've found your safe space.
Hosted by Temi Samuel, a wellness coach who went through her own devastating divorce over a decade ago, The Restart Academy Podcast tackles the topics others won't touch. This isn't your typical "everything happens for a reason" divorce advice. This is honest, unfiltered truth about what divorce recovery actually looks like.
What makes this podcast different: We don't do toxic positivity or surface-level advice. We dive deep into the controversial conversations - why you might feel relief after divorce, why "taking the high road" is often toxic advice, why some women never fully recover, and all those thoughts you've had but felt too ashamed to say out loud.
Perfect for divorced women who:
- Feel isolated in their divorce experience and crave real conversation
- Are tired of advice that doesn't address what they actually went through
- Need permission to feel ALL their emotions without judgment
- Want practical guidance from someone who truly understands their journey
- Are ready to stop just surviving and start thriving in their restart
Whether you're newly divorced, years into healing, or somewhere in between, Temi creates a judgment-free zone where you can drop the mask and process your real experience. Each episode gives you permission to be human, to have complex feelings, and to prioritize your own healing journey.
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You're not broken, you're rebuilding. You're not behind, you're exactly where you need to be. And your restart story is going to be incredible.
THE RE:STARTACADEMY
WHY YOU ARE ALLOWED TO REGRET HOW LONG YOU STAYED IN YOUR MARRIAGE!
It's one of the most painful thoughts that haunts us after leaving: "Why did I stay so long?" In this episode, we dive deep into the complex emotions around timing and regret after ending a difficult relationship or marriage.
You'll discover why that voice in your head saying "I should have left sooner" is both completely normal and incredibly unfair to yourself. We explore the invisible forces that keep us tethered—trauma bonds, financial fears, children's needs, societal pressure, and the hope that things will change.
This isn't about beating yourself up for "wasted time." Instead, we'll reframe those years as part of your journey and growth. You'll learn why self-compassion is crucial for healing and how to honor both your survival instincts and your courage to finally leave.
We'll also address the myth of "perfect timing" and why there's never a "right" moment to upend your life. By the end of this episode, you'll understand that your timeline was exactly what it needed to be—and that regret can coexist with pride in your strength.
If you've ever wondered "What took me so long?"—this episode is for you. It's time to release the shame and embrace your resilience.
Topics covered:
- Understanding trauma bonds and why they keep us stuck
- The difference between regret and self-blame
- How to practice self-compassion during healing
- Reframing "lost time" as necessary preparation
- Moving from regret to empowerment.
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- 💝 REMEMBER: You're not broken, you're rebuilding. You're not behind, you're exactly where you need to be. Your restart story is going to be incredible.
The Restart Academy Podcast provides educational content and personal experiences. This podcast is not a substitute for professional therapy, legal advice, or medical treatment. If you're in crisis, please reach out to appropriate professional services in your area.
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