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4th Apr 2023

Do You Blame Yourself for the Divorce? Learn How to Suffer Less Through It

Today is our monthly episode with Tracy Pleschourt, founder of Self-Made U. This week; we discuss feelings of shame, blame, guilt, and any other negative feelings we may experience through divorce. Tracy talks with us about the fact that there is no right amount of time to sit with those feelings, but there will come a point when you are ready to move on. She gives a great reminder that we must sit with uncomfortable feelings so then we know what it’s like to feel joy. Tune in today for some great strategies for facing your difficult emotions. 


In this episode:

[5:00] How can we work through difficult feelings like blame, shame, and guilt? [10:25] Can you make the feeling of suffering go away permanently? 

[12:27] What is Tracy’s Mind Over Matter course (coupon code below)? [14:26] How long should you sit with your feelings?


Key Takeaways: 

Without feeling icky, you’ll never know what joy feels like. Let yourself feel those unwanted feelings so that you can prove to yourself that you have the capacity to sit in the negative emotions until you are ready not to anymore. Feelings of suffering will never 100% be eliminated from your life; however, as you learn to work through suffering and the tools to teach you how to look for the opportunities in suffering, you won’t stay in the suffering as long. 


Quotes: 

“I want you to recognize that anything you are feeling is coming from a thought. If you are in pain, the reason why you’re in pain is because you are thinking about something; therefore, the solution lies within you. If what is the matter is a feeling, and your feelings are caused by what it is you are thinking, the solution lies within you.” - Tracy Pleschourt 

“Sometimes you do just need to sit in the feeling.” - Lesa Koski 


Guest Bio: 

Tracy Pleschourt, the Founder of Self-Made U, helps men and women create Self-Made wealth and wellness through life coaching. Tracy has mastered and now teaches the critical skills necessary to manage your mind and overcome any obstacle, including overeating, overdrinking, time management, and career & relationship changes.


Resources: 

Mind Over Matter - 50% OFF Coupon Code: LESA

Teenie Weenie Beanies Song YouTube

Tracy Pleschourt Instagram

Tracy Pleschourt Website

Tracy Pleschourt Facebook

Tracy Pleschourt LinkedIn

Lesa Koski Website  

Lesa’s Online Courses 


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About the Podcast

Doing Divorce Different with Lesa Koski
Divorce, co-parenting & midlife comebacks for women over 40
Divorce, co-parenting, menopause, marriage, and starting over after 40—this podcast is your guide to a healthier, faith-filled life transition.

Hosted by family law attorney, mediator, and life coach Lesa Koski, each episode is designed to take the fear out of major life change and guide you toward peace—whether you’re facing separation, navigating a divorce, working to strengthen your relationship, or rebuilding your life in midlife.

You’ll get heart-centered legal clarity, emotional support, and practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

Topics include:

Peaceful divorce strategies and mediation support

Co-parenting help and parenting plans that actually work

Prenups, postnups, and how to protect what matters most

Emotional healing, mindset shifts, and confidence after a hard season

Menopause, health changes, and how midlife affects mood, marriage, and motivation

Wellness basics that make a real difference: rest, nutrition, movement, strength, and community

This is more than a show about endings—it’s about becoming the woman who rises stronger, steadier, and clearer on the other side.

About the Host:
Lesa has spent over 25 years helping families through mediation and family law, always focused on protecting what matters most—your kids and your peace of mind. She’s also a breast cancer survivor, wellness advocate, cowgirl at heart, and follower of Jesus who believes your hardest season can become your greatest comeback.

If you’re craving practical guidance, soul-level encouragement, and real conversations about rebuilding life after 40, you’re in the right place.

Website: https://www.lesakoski.com/

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