Stories from the Other Side with Madeline Reeves

Hi friends, it’s Erica! 

Divorce can be a difficult and emotionally challenging process that many individuals face in their lives. In the latest episode of The Crazy Ex-Wives Club I chat with Madeline Reeves. We share our experiences with the complexities of knowing when it was time to end our marriages and the importance of maintaining one's identity and values in a relationship. Below you will find our top 3 takeaways from our chat! 

Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:

Losing oneself in a relationship- Both myself and Madeline experienced this within our past relationships. while trying to meet the needs of our partners. As strong, successful women, we found ourselves diminishing our own qualities to make our partners feel more comfortable. This imbalance in the relationship, coupled with differing values and visions for the future, ultimately led to the decision to end our marriages.

Aligning core values in a relationship- When partners have fundamentally different values and are unable to find a compromise, it can lead to built-up resentment and a lack of mutual respect. Madeline and myself stress the significance of surrounding oneself with examples of successful and powerful relationships to help shift limiting beliefs and encourage personal growth.

Maintaining individual interests and boundaries- I reflect on my past marriage, where we  tried to do everything together, leading to a lack of new experiences and personal growth. Madeline shares her own struggle with losing her identity in her marriages and the importance of self-discovery before entering future relationships.

For those considering divorce, my weekly podcast offers valuable insights and encouragement. Both myself and Madeline emphasize the importance of seeking resources and support, such as podcast episodes, partnerships, and coaching, to navigate the challenging process of divorce. The journey is not always linear and that self-care and giving ourselves grace is essential.

Xoxo, erica

Learn more about Madeline:
Madeline Reeves is the founder & CEO of Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy that supports ambitious humans in building branding, marketing, and business development strategies that allow them to make a meaningful impact in the world. Madeline is an outspoken force for promoting equity, collaboration, and community in business and she spends her time working with clients, creating content, hosting the Finding Fearless podcast, and leading her growing team. You can connect with her on social media by the handle @itsmaddyreeves.

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fearlessfoundry.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmaddyreeves/