DIVORCE 101 with Bethenny Frankel | JUST B DIVORCE

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  • čas přidán 13. 05. 2024
  • You asked for it and I'm here to deliver... exclusively on CZcams! Just B Divorce is your guide to navigating the big D... DIVORCE. This first episode explores just some of my divorce rules and pro tips for HOW TO navigate divorce. This show is for anyone and everyone with the goal to empower and educate... and I'm going to mention it all!
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Komentáře • 724

  • @sunshinecr1
    @sunshinecr1 Před měsícem +66

    Retired therapist and high conflict family mediator here - Bethenny - you have nailed this! Every single bullet point is spot on. This is exactly what I would try to explain to my clients and/or people just asking for quick advice. ANYONE going through a separation/divorce please listen to this advise. If you have children they will thank you in the end. Engaging in a pissing match with your ex/soon-to-be ex and dragging your kids through it - IS CHILD ABUSE - stop it. Put your big girl/boy panties on, keep the hatred of the other out of it, document everything, stick to the facts, and act in the best interest of the child/children (if there are REAL time risks to the child by one of the parents - in this case - bring in a SKILLED professional to assess and document such) otherwise realize you will not get everything you want and seek to achieve a balanced and fair result for both parties, and most importantly, the child/children - it’s called give and take. Bethenny is right - those folks working in this area (Judges, Lawyers, most skilled Mediators, Therapists, Assessors, etc) have heard it/seen it all. Your ‘stories’ are not unique - we’ve heard some version of it repeatedly so stick to the facts and have it DOCUMENTED.
    Anyway, I’m simply reiterating what Bethenny has already said. Please just listen to this and take heed. I can VERIFY she is 100% accurate and she is not off in left field and being bitter because of her particularly acrimonious and protracted circumstance.
    Well done Bethenny! Thank you for putting this together for folks.
    Also sending you a big hug regarding the situation with the passing of your Mom - I hope your heart is healing from all that you’ve gone through in that regard 🙏🏻

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +6

      ❤❤❤

    • @lucyatehortua1332
      @lucyatehortua1332 Před 28 dny +3

      I agreed. Thank you, B. I went to a similar situation, 7 years in and out of court. Every single piece of advise here is pure gold. I was able to move my case when I decided to represent myself. Not everyone can do it but when things get hard if you don't know the law, you add another problem.

    • @kate4biglittlevoices
      @kate4biglittlevoices Před 25 dny +1

      What does one do when you carefully document the facts, and they are side stepped by blatant lies, and exparte and “emergency “ orders take place where blatant disgusting lies are leveraged against you , and then you will be drug o through the ringer , the abuser NEVER need prove their point, or even make it to an actual hearing- they win just by way of being listened to or given a temporary order-
      In a case where an abuser is also financially able to hire someone who is without morals and willing to lie and cheat for them and for their money, that on top of our system , it’s seemingly impossible - you have good parents who have been years without seeing their child, when their abuser has full custody and continues to abuse you and them, and YES it can and does happen-
      How can you get a court to deal with them, without harming you in their revenge and they have your child for ransom- not for love, they know no such thing, they only know “he who harms wins” that’s it - and revenge

    • @GingerNinja1
      @GingerNinja1 Před 20 dny

      ​@@kate4biglittlevoices
      Get one hell of an attorney. This isn't just a moment in time, this is your future! Find a way to pay for a top notch attorney even if you have to beg or borrow. It's worth it.

  • @BLittles
    @BLittles Před dnem +3

    I married my best friend. But years of mistakes chipped away at our love. 8 years in he made a huge mistake and realized he needed help. I spent two years angry. He kept his head down, did the work, and waited for me to heal. One day I realized I was now the problem. Today, we are better than where we started. A marriage is so hard. We’re celebrating 11 years next month.

  • @Iamlightning333
    @Iamlightning333 Před měsícem +102

    Bethenny, you’ve always been beyond entertainment. You entertain well but you have real deep life wisdom to contribute. thank you so much for sharing it all

  • @user-yy9mt6kl3h
    @user-yy9mt6kl3h Před měsícem +228

    Perfect marriages or relationships aren't real; each one is different. What makes one person content might not make another person content. But I've discovered that there's always a solution to every problem. Five years ago, my wife and I were facing divorce because of issues in our marriage, but we managed to resolve them. It was challenging, but we made it through

    • @user-sk7kd8vs2w
      @user-sk7kd8vs2w Před měsícem +1

      I really understand why what you're saying matters, and I truly want to find happiness as well. I have someone special in my life, and even though we're not together right now, I can't imagine living without her; my love for her is deep. I really hope she comes back, and I'm fully committed to making it happen. We've tried different ways, like therapy, to make things right.

    • @user-yy9mt6kl3h
      @user-yy9mt6kl3h Před měsícem +2

      Learning to let someone you love go is always a tough journey, but in my case, I had the wisdom of a spiritual mentor who kept my marriage from crumbling. Her name is Suzanne Ann Walters.

    • @user-sk7kd8vs2w
      @user-sk7kd8vs2w Před měsícem +1

      Your guidance is valued. I'll immediately seek her out online. Appreciate it. I'm hopeful that implementing this method will also bring me success; I miss her dearly.

    • @user-yy9mt6kl3h
      @user-yy9mt6kl3h Před měsícem +1

      You definitely should

  • @baybae92
    @baybae92 Před měsícem +128

    Me, not even engaged or thinking about it, sitting here taking copious notes 😂

    • @carlypastore
      @carlypastore Před měsícem +8

      Seriously! This is great content and as Bethenny said, the younger generation and or anyone who had not been engaged or married yet definitely needs to take notes lol

    • @CarolineWhite-zy6pk
      @CarolineWhite-zy6pk Před měsícem +6

      DITTO. actually in other areas of your life not just for divorces!

    • @twinklestarlight8326
      @twinklestarlight8326 Před měsícem +4

      Dont! Ive been with my partner for 20 years and we have 2 children. I tell my children, you do not have to be married to have a family, you MUST get an education and be able to financially care for yourself, then reproduce.

    • @bexiexz
      @bexiexz Před měsícem +2

      🖋🖋🖋

    • @trishah2145
      @trishah2145 Před měsícem +1

      Same. I’m in a happy marriage (married very young at 21) just celebrated 23 years lol

  • @annephythyon4792
    @annephythyon4792 Před měsícem +83

    Girlfriend this is your next chapter!!! This is what women need.

  • @missj.d9187
    @missj.d9187 Před měsícem +78

    Financial abuse is HUGE! It's like cutting off a persons arm and throwing them in the Ocean with children on your back trying to swim back to shore. I will never understand the harmful abusive behaviour that happens to innocent children just to get back at an EX🤯

    • @littledove1173
      @littledove1173 Před měsícem +5

      I truly believe it is the worst parts of people that comes out, evil forces, imo.

    • @magicalspacegiraffe
      @magicalspacegiraffe Před měsícem

      Probably he had the children for the sake of control... So it's all going according to the plan.

    • @marciamakoviecki3295
      @marciamakoviecki3295 Před měsícem +1

      Do you mean like B did to Jason?

  • @princessangerloo5905
    @princessangerloo5905 Před měsícem +22

    I am in the process of divorce right now.. I’m on my SECOND lawyer.. I’ve had to borrow money from all my family and friends.. my husband was emotionally, mentally, verbally and financially abusive. He cut me off from the finances and left me with nothing. I sold my house and relocated to be in this relationship and now I have nothing. I am living in a temporary apartment belonging to a friend of a friend, but I’m not sure how long I will be able to stay here. I believe I am suffering from some post traumatic stress.. I have withered down to 104 pounds and I’m 5’6”.. I had to pawn my $10,000 wedding ring just to pay my bills.. I can’t even tell you the nightmare I’ve been through.. I’m so GRATEFUL for these videos 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Thank you Thank you Thank you

    • @lulubebe3901
      @lulubebe3901 Před 28 dny +3

      Lots of love and blessings -sending big hugs.💜,🙏

    • @user-zn8tl7oy5e
      @user-zn8tl7oy5e Před 14 dny

      I’m in a very similar boat. Sending strength.

  • @jessie77anne80
    @jessie77anne80 Před měsícem +187

    Hardest thing I've ever done is walk away from a marriage but I did it for my boys. . One day they'll understand why, I have to believe that.

    • @baybae92
      @baybae92 Před měsícem +13

      This internet stranger is sending you affirmation and love. ❤️

    • @straywick1204
      @straywick1204 Před měsícem +11

      Same here.

    • @hconf
      @hconf Před měsícem +9

      They will absolute will understand and will value your choice for the happiness you’ll gain in time

    • @user-is2hq5bd7u
      @user-is2hq5bd7u Před měsícem +14

      You did the best thing for them. I stayed too long.

    • @janicesmith4175
      @janicesmith4175 Před měsícem +8

      You don’t need to explain why. In time when they are older they see for them- selves why it did not work. ❤️

  • @carlypastore
    @carlypastore Před měsícem +70

    Bethenny knows her audience so well- she knows that people absolutely want to hear her knowledge and experience on this topic. Thank you!! 🙏

  • @MitelefonoRoman
    @MitelefonoRoman Před měsícem +72

    My divorce lasted 6 years. Sooo glad you are doing this for the younger women

    • @Mscursed2
      @Mscursed2 Před měsícem +2

      What are some things you’d do differently?

    • @beckysou143
      @beckysou143 Před měsícem +3

      Omg 6 years! Why so long???

    • @bexiexz
      @bexiexz Před měsícem +1

      the youths!

    • @beckysou143
      @beckysou143 Před měsícem +1

      Why 6 year???

    • @bexiexz
      @bexiexz Před 28 dny +1

      @@beckysou143 exactly. wowo 6

  • @funwithfriends634
    @funwithfriends634 Před měsícem +52

    I became my own private investigator when I was going through my divorce. My ex and I were fighting over custody of our son and it wasn't that he really wanted all this time with him he just didn't want to pay me child support. So I found out he was always leaving our son with his mom when it was his parenting time so I started collecting evidence by following him. I always had a tape recorder on when we had parenting exchange and thank god because I got him telling me he would see me in hell before he paid me child support. Needless to say the custody did not go his way. My top points that Bethenny mentioned are 1) being organized 2) play by the rules (don't color outside the lines) and most importantly 3) parent alienation. Do NOT speak poorly about the other parent no matter how much you despise them, the child will eventually figure it out on their own. Bethenny I hope you finish telling your story of divorce, I think it could really help others going through a similar situation. ❤

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +18

      Just wait...new videos coming soon!

    • @littledove1173
      @littledove1173 Před měsícem +6

      @@bethennyfrankelit really is helpful to young women! Boy do we all have stories.

    • @funwithfriends634
      @funwithfriends634 Před měsícem +3

      @@bethennyfrankel I’m not going anywhere! 😂

    • @lindaboomer3794
      @lindaboomer3794 Před měsícem +3

      Look fwd to more videos on this important topic B x❤

    • @julieq9152
      @julieq9152 Před 24 dny +1

      You are so helpful and supportive- funny thing I was disappointed you stopped talking about it but respectfully understood what you were going through but your story was so disturbing and interesting all at the same time - I watched you since Martha's apprentice and have always admired your strength- quick witted comments and of course your entrepreneurial success!! 15:54

  • @kimt3864
    @kimt3864 Před měsícem +72

    Thank God this is back. When the other episodes disappeared I was so upset. I was loving each episode and soaking up every piece of knowledge. Thank you so much for sharing it all. I hope they don't get taken down again. This is such important work Bethenny.

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +17

      Stay tuned…

    • @mdl8210
      @mdl8210 Před měsícem +6

      I wonder if she will put those podcast back up since she is back at it. Weird how she took them down.

    • @Thats_my_opinion_so_chill
      @Thats_my_opinion_so_chill Před měsícem +1

      @@mdl8210I wonder if her legal team advised against it, in the fear of the Ex weaponizing it for some sort of defamation lawsuit

    • @LP-tu8li
      @LP-tu8li Před měsícem +4

      I thought maybe her ex objected to them

    • @parkerlee3912
      @parkerlee3912 Před měsícem +4

      I’m betting they were retooled due to potential liability.

  • @sherylvalentiner6115
    @sherylvalentiner6115 Před 28 dny +8

    I’m very proud that my spouse and I will celebrate 34 years this June. Ours is a love story…one we have both worked our azzes off to hold onto. I’ve been chronically ill for nearly 20 years. He has taken THE BEST care of me, while running our successful business. He does everything he can…even learning to cook…and NEVER utters a syllable of complaint. I’m so incredibly thankful, every single day. If you’re focused on a wedding dress, you’re doomed to fail IMO. Focus on what matters. I’m sorry this show is necessary, but grateful Bethany is willing to help in this way. God bless you, Bethany. 💜

  • @mholldorf
    @mholldorf Před 25 dny +6

    I’m 56 & I remember clear as day my parents divorce in ‘79 where the judge said this is the worse divorce he’d ever seen… my father is your ex. So I completely empathize with you and your daughter. My poor mother ( who remarried to a good man) still is traumatized. Grateful you’re sharing your story. I hope it will help others. Peace to you B ❤

  • @michellemartinson4572
    @michellemartinson4572 Před měsícem +34

    This all is SOOO true. I went through this…not quite 10 years but close. 16 years later he still would rather waste money and literally do whatever he can to not have to pay any additional child support. I guarantee you the money he spends to hide things, etc. has cost him hundreds of thousands of dollars. I always felt like unless I told him the whole story of people they wouldn’t get it just because it was so bad… It took a while to understand all of what B is saying. but it’s so true. The thought of having to talk about that story just makes me exhausted and want to fall asleep. Good luck to anyone going through it and please take her advice.

  • @whygmetz
    @whygmetz Před 29 dny +6

    Childhood trauma is so debilitating because when a child is confronted with alcohol /drug/physical/sexual or mental abuse in their parents or caregivers , they develop a keen sense of what BAD people act like, an we avoid that, at all cost. We think we know what dangerous acts an looks like. He doesnt!! Mr. NARCISSIS. He is confident more so than anyone youve ever met, an charm itself. He usually had an idealic childhood, and any teacher/friend/or parent that didnt recognise his significance was removed. You will not see this guy coming but he sees you. Successful /hardworking/intelligent an damaged. If you dont fan his flame, he will convince you to extinguish yours. If he doesnt shine, nobodys shinning. Listen up you beautiful, intelligent, hard working young girls. Bethanny is giving pearls.

  • @lorimiller7261
    @lorimiller7261 Před měsícem +52

    This is your purpose, teach and preach sister ❤

    • @acovert8241
      @acovert8241 Před měsícem +1

      I’d purchase a book on this subject. Along with a workbook and online website. Marriage, finances, divorce.

  • @susanshofer2114
    @susanshofer2114 Před měsícem +8

    I am so glad you are doing this!! I am a High Conflict Divorce Consultant/CDC Divorce Coach and gave a TEDxTalk on Parental Alienation and cannot thank you enough for doing this. You say what I ALWAYS say to clients and that is you can start off with the best intentions but this can turn in a war zone very quickly. I have seen people lose everything and it does not have to been that way. Having a prenup should not give someone peace of mind. Some of the worst cases I have seen is when the prenup is challenged. High conflict people will always pull the kids into the drama, one way or another. I am so glad you are giving people the reality. I am directly all of my clients to your Divorce Podcast. Hearing it from someone who has lived it speaks volumes. Thank you again.

  • @SelfAwareOne
    @SelfAwareOne Před měsícem +50

    I was a major fan of Doris Day, her music, her films, as a child.
    As an adult, I’ve continue to love and respect her for her animal advocacy. In her honor, I extended my clinical skills to include counseling people who’ve lost their furry family members, or as she’d say, “four-leggers🐾🐾
    Doris Day started a grassroots movement before animal advocacy was trendy.
    What was remarkable about her is how she used her stardom, her “celebrity”! She told Hitchcock she couldn’t work seeing the animals in Marrakesh starving.
    The animals got fed…..
    YOU, Bethenny Frankel, hustled to bring your brilliant idea to fruition. You are doing the same thing as Doris…..using your celebrity to bring awareness to important issues.
    You have become a humanitarian, helping in disaster areas, and providing vital information about important social issues.
    Bethenny, I have enormous respect for your brilliant, sharp mind, your work ethic, your devotion to Brin, and your willingness to help others, on a micro scale, as well as macro scale!
    Thank you on behalf of all who will benefit from the time you’re taking to educate.
    You’re using your celebrity for good causes.

    • @StephaniRoberts
      @StephaniRoberts Před měsícem +3

      YES!!!! So true. We SO need this!!! Thank you Bethenny!!!

    • @gabyp.9490
      @gabyp.9490 Před měsícem +3

      Well said!! 👏🏻

    • @lizbethreyes4974
      @lizbethreyes4974 Před měsícem +1

      VERY well said….thank you for sharing a beautiful perspective!

  • @sugarkookies2369
    @sugarkookies2369 Před měsícem +12

    I hope I don't get chastised for saying this. I think a lot of the reason that people were so attached like glue to your divorce series was because they could relate to you, Bethenny Frankel. Bethenny Frankel was telling HER story that included RAW feelings and REAL emotions. You were an open book which many celebrities are NOT so you doing that series almost made you....HUMAN. And even though I completely agree that this new series of Divorce 101 is of utmost importance and such a needed topic to teach on, I think a lot of people were waiting for the continuation of YOUR divorce story.

    • @equatorialjourney4478
      @equatorialjourney4478 Před měsícem +3

      Indeed ! You can preach all this advice til the cows come home , but sadly , most ppl still think divorce will NEVER , EVER happen to them . Until it does . And then it becomes a whole different perspective /understanding of the lengths partners will go to in order to control & destroy each other . ‘ You can’t put an old head on young shoulders ‘ …..we are doomed to repeat, repeat , repeat the mistakes of our parents
      I think we all really just want to know ab her ex & the despicable lengths he went to in order to control & publicly humiliate B . Esp now that we r understanding more ab coercive abuse & the vile game playing & control methods used by narcs . But I guess she will have to navigate those recollections pretty cautiously for fear of him re litigating her all over again & doing what he does best . Bit of a slippery slope given he’s shown his tenacity for control

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +3

      Just wait...new videos coming soon!

    • @sugarkookies2369
      @sugarkookies2369 Před měsícem

      @@bethennyfrankel ❤️

  • @beckymurray2618
    @beckymurray2618 Před 18 hodinami

    You are so spot on Bethenny. My divorce lasted 6 months but only because I wanted to stop the bleeding and I gave in to ridiculous demands. I wish I would have fought for full custody. My daughter, now 20, was completely damaged by his toxic behavior - 2 years before the divorce, during the divorce, and every step of the way after the divorce. Emotionally abusive, narcissistic man whose only objective was to try to get her away from me. When she waw about 15 she told him she did not want to abide by his "half time" rights and she stayed with me and my current husband. She is amazingly doing okay now, but she is damaged forever thanks to him.

  • @melaniehauglum5250
    @melaniehauglum5250 Před měsícem +6

    Bethenny…I’ve been wanting to reach out to you for YEARS and am so glad you’re doing this podcast. When my ex came into a LOT of money he started manipulating and abusing me. He would have me sign trust documents that his secretary would notarized and I had no idea what I was signing. I didn’t even know I could have an independent lawyer review it. I TRUSTED him!
    He started emotionally and physically abusing me to the point I was in tears everyday! He wanted me to file so I’d look like the hysterical spouse. In addition he put every one of our assets into a trust under the name of our 2 boys with him as SOLE trustee, thinking I would never sue my boys. Unfortunately that was what I had to do. Each boy, 15 & 18 at the time needed legal representation because their MOTHER was suing them. My boys and I are still traumatized and one even refuses to talk to me now.
    The divorce was the most excruciating event I have EVER gone thru and I’ve even survived breast cancer. Unfortunately, right now, I’ve lost trust in humanity when it comes to dating. I wish you well in life gurl and keep up the podcasts. I wish I had seen this while going thru my ugly time. You’re the best!!

    • @fevertreelover
      @fevertreelover Před měsícem +1

      Ugh, that has just pissed me off. Sorry that happened to you. Such a bitch ass move on his part. Wishing you the peace and emotional freedom and reconciliation with your child. 🫂

  • @angelaavery1337
    @angelaavery1337 Před měsícem +13

    As a licensed therapist who helps women during and after divorce, this information is so valuable. Some of us are out here talking about these topics but we don’t have the platform or influence that you do, so thank you. I am an experienced professional who knows narcissism and post separation abuse better than most, and I’m looking forward to hearing more about your story so I can use your story as an example. Thank you.

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +1

      Love that! Thanks for watching ❤

    • @StephaniRoberts
      @StephaniRoberts Před 29 dny +1

      Yes!! She has the platform, smarts, experience and verbal skills to shock people into understanding this very complex topic. Grateful that she’s picked this up and is carrying it across the finish line despite being the midst of grieving her mother. She knows how important this is. But B. please take care of yourself, take breaks, breathe, we can be patient. ❤❤❤Like you said, it’s the long game.

  • @christinelejerk6155
    @christinelejerk6155 Před měsícem +43

    I got married at 20. I was a working poor and married a working poor. 33 years and 3 grown (productive) kids later we are doing great. No where rich like Bethenny, but very blessed and comfortable. Every marriage is different. Some need a prenup, some laugh at a prenup cause they have nothing but love when they get married. When we got married we were both hard working and barely making ends meet and said this marriage is forever. Now the kids are grown and gone and we have each other again. 😊

    • @Mscursed2
      @Mscursed2 Před měsícem +3

      Most people don’t have that

    • @marciamakoviecki3295
      @marciamakoviecki3295 Před měsícem +1

      Exactly. The vast majority of people go into a marriage with very little assets, at least until marriage 2 or 3. B has already had at least 2 failed marriages, so I bet she has learned a thing or two.

    • @klmcishere
      @klmcishere Před měsícem +1

      Anyone that enters into anything of significance without educating themselves... whether it be a job, career, purchasing a home, starting a business, getting engaged and getting married ... is irresponsible. Being an adult means taking responsibility. Not all marriages and/or weddings are about optics. I'm married, divorced, and now in a common law relationship and it doesn't have to be a nightmare. Can it be? Yes but not always. Be prepared and realistic.

    • @marciamakoviecki3295
      @marciamakoviecki3295 Před měsícem +1

      @@klmcishere right, and B had a prenuptial agreement, good or not so good, which she did not want to honor in the divorce. That's why she battled for 10 years. She also didn't pay attention to her real estate deed documents, protecting her business assets, etc.

    • @klmcishere
      @klmcishere Před měsícem +1

      ​@marciamakoviecki3295 I read my comment again and it sounded rather harsh & judgmental but it's a rough world out there and we have to ready and steady ourselves. I don't know much about B's marriage & divorce but it does sound like a nightmare. I definitely feel for people going through it but before entering into any contract, we have to know our rights and protect ourselves.

  • @littledove1173
    @littledove1173 Před měsícem +3

    Bethenny! I have followed you since the beginning of NY Housewives, your wedding, Brynn, Skinny Girl and now. This topic is so needed and I applaud you for sharing. I went through a late '90s Dallas style divorce and it was as nasty as they come. I wish I'd known what I know now but we all, my kids, my ex and myself have gotten to other side, peace. We may always be healing from it but are now doing things differently with our grown children, actually spending time as a family. Im grateful my kids are incredible young adults very forgiving and accepting individuals. It's truly a choice to forgive, learn, heal and grow from our bad divorces but everyone handles things differently and at different rates. I sure do applaud you for sharing and opening the discussion on your platform and hope it helps millions! Bless you Bethenny ❤🙏🏼

  • @janeellis4926
    @janeellis4926 Před měsícem +38

    I'm a lawyer(not family). Good advice on how to behave as a client .

  • @Indycisive67
    @Indycisive67 Před měsícem +11

    I've never been married and I am totally all in on this podcast. It's not just a lesson for married people, it's good info for all the ladies out there who want to protect themselves and their assets especially later in life.
    Thanks for doing this!

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +1

      ❤❤❤

    • @marciamakoviecki3295
      @marciamakoviecki3295 Před měsícem +1

      How many women become multimillionaires after they get married and try to keep their husband from getting what is in their prenuptial agreement? I think that's very rare actually.

  • @narelleravesi4993
    @narelleravesi4993 Před měsícem +15

    Bethenny you said it to perfection when you said don’t bad mouth the other parent,my mother did this to me as a young child and trust me it backfired 100% on her.l grew to realise that my father was just fine and that his parents my grandparents became my rocks.Due to her evilness l have not had a relationship with her for years 🙏❤️

    • @Tracy-zj4sr
      @Tracy-zj4sr Před měsícem +1

      Bethenny created a whole podcast that bad mouths her ex to a wide audience, killing her daughter’s self esteem one episode at a time. It’s heartbreaking.

  • @JulienArbor
    @JulienArbor Před měsícem +7

    Bethenny…I hope you take time to grieve however you grieve. I’ve been through a divorce and also lost my Mother. The topic of divorce is hugely important… and so is your self care & being gentle & kind with yourself. Everyone’s grief is different and it doesn’t happen in a linear line. Your loyalty is first & foremost to yourself and your Daughter! 💕🌸

  • @SalernoOfficial
    @SalernoOfficial Před měsícem +6

    We needed the next show for so many reasons. My mom texted me that I HAD to watch your divorce episodes and then I couldn’t find them. Thank you for reviving this issue on your channel. We here respect you and value your point of view B

  • @LaughingWithLucky
    @LaughingWithLucky Před měsícem +12

    God bless Bethenny Frankel. I wish you made more business and money videos. Really want to help end hunger and homelessness? Teach a man/woman how to fish. Bethenny is such an incredible wealth of knowledge

  • @elizabethsmith9777
    @elizabethsmith9777 Před měsícem +1

    Bethenny, many years ago after hoing through some very tough times I composed a poem that seems to be so apt no matter how old and how tough the times are this has kept me going including the deaths of my parents and 2 sisters. This is what I came up with : If you had trod a different path, life sweeter might have been, and riches might have come your way, with every day serene. Dream not of yesteryear I say, but make the utmost of today. You are strong Bethenny and that strength has fought these battles and you are winning. 😊😊😊

  • @elvy5
    @elvy5 Před měsícem

    Omg! This is amazing. Every single person on earth needs to hear this. Doesn't matter if u are divorced or not. This should be required pre-requisite in order to apply for marriage license. Seriously! I don't usually write comments but I am compelled to tell you my friend went through he'll bc of divorce and all the things Bethany is saying. She was beaten up and arrested bc her ex went to the police first and bc he knows all the in and outs of family law. The things I have seen her go through. . 😢 but as just said in the video even if the system is slow and imperfect in the end she was able to fight back. All of this while she could not see her 2 yo for months while they had 50/50 custody.
    Keep them coming Bethany pls!!! There a social need. Wishing you the best and thank u

  • @amandasavage8926
    @amandasavage8926 Před měsícem +15

    This series resonates with people far beyond your typical sphere of influence! Thank you for sharing your wisdom ❤

  • @lorimiller7261
    @lorimiller7261 Před měsícem +4

    In the settlement phase and we’re at the end. I’ve kept calm and focused to keep the waters calm. Your advice is Excellent, let the lawyers handle the weeds, limit communication, and walk away with a satisfactory settlement. There are no winners in divorce!

  • @Carolinii711
    @Carolinii711 Před měsícem +4

    I really hope Bethenny writes a Divorce 101 book in the future, they should teach this stuff in high school! The B ''knows it all'' Great stuff Bethenny you continue to do a great service for women ❤

  • @susandurrant6357
    @susandurrant6357 Před měsícem +3

    I divorced by not 'playing' i refused to talk about nonsense. Represented myself in court (not recommended) and it all turned out exactly as we had originally agreed. I saved thousands of pounds. We are friends now because I remained calm and respectful. Bethany's advice is gold.

  • @lucimich0224
    @lucimich0224 Před měsícem

    You are so full of expert knowledge and here to help other’s navigate a very difficult time without letting emotions over take the situation. I don’t even need this advice but I love watching all your videos. I’ve been a fan from the beginning of your housewife journey 💕

  • @thefragrancetavern7341
    @thefragrancetavern7341 Před 25 dny +1

    As someone who lives in the only country (apart from the Vatican) where divorce is illegal, I find this not only informative but also enlightening. I am in a committed 10 year relationship with someone and I have no plans of getting married. I have seen friends and acquaintances go through the painful and expensive process that of annulment. Divorce is certainly hell for most people. Annulment is a special kind of torture in and of itself. In my less than humble opinion, there are ways to have a family and be in a loving relationship without getting into a legal union. I stay because I want to, not because I am deathly afraid of what happens when I try to break free of the relationship and all the legal ramifications that come with the dissolution of a marriage. Thanks for sharing, B.

  • @Amyco3167
    @Amyco3167 Před měsícem +17

    Around the same time I was going through my divorce and becoming a single mom, my friend Angela lost her husband to leukemia. He was only 34 years old. She said to me that she thought divorce would be worse than what she went through with the death of her husband. She said it was because he didnt choose to stop loving her and leave. 💔

    • @saltycat662
      @saltycat662 Před měsícem +3

      I agree with her.

    • @FelisStella-HappyStar
      @FelisStella-HappyStar Před měsícem +1

      💔💔💔🫂

    • @fevertreelover
      @fevertreelover Před měsícem +1

      A close relative who lost her husband said the exact same thing. 💯

    • @dnse1943
      @dnse1943 Před měsícem

      Of course, divorce is worse. A spouse who left the family for some stranger, then a financial fallout occurs. The kids down the road don't want steps, or halves in reality. And most don't want exes in the picture nor to have to share holidays. Divorce with kids is a nightmare in most cases, And NO blended families do NOT work. It was coined to disguise dysfunctional as normal...or new normal.

  • @Brookexoxoxo
    @Brookexoxoxo Před měsícem +7

    Thank you for talking about this. Makes me not feel crazy and alone.

  • @jillmoon4930
    @jillmoon4930 Před 17 dny

    The best thing I did in my own 4 year divorce process was to get myself into counseling. I also put my children in counseling. My kids were 12 and 14 and to this day at 25 and 27 they continue value a good counselor. My counselor gave me a lot of the divorce advice you are giving people. Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @kellymackey5022
    @kellymackey5022 Před měsícem

    God bless this woman for starting this podcast series. If you are watching, catalog it and refer back to it if needed to help yourself navigate what will in any moment, turn into armageddon if you let it. If only I'd had this as a resource when I was going through it myself. Still, you will come out the other side, damaged, but sharper, smarter, wiser, more connected to what matters .... you and your children. Never forget that. Ever! Best video she's ever done. Hands down!

  • @KM-fv8kv
    @KM-fv8kv Před měsícem +4

    She is dropping gems 💎 actual take away- I could give one sh!t about why old boy would not extricate himself from that apt. He has no character there’s your answer- she will likely package it so we understand our legal rights with assets that is what’s material and relevant those nuances - She is going beyond the used car lot called Instagram “coaches” who want you to buy in for a pep talk - coparenting coaches all these single moms and divorcees who stay talk talk talking but are not actually offering you anything. Bethenny has gone way beyond already- she has been more transparent about her life than your IG favorites- We know that her advice is informed and her experiences can level us all up.

  • @love_myfam
    @love_myfam Před měsícem +1

    Thank you @bethennyfrankel for sharing! Custody battles are horrid! The trauma to our children are devastating! I'm in the thick of it. So heartbreaking for our babies!! Thank you for covering this topic! 🙏🏻

  • @laurawilkinson2629
    @laurawilkinson2629 Před měsícem +1

    PRENUPS - how much, what can you include, where to get more info, how do they hold up in court, what if you AREN’T THE MONIED spouse - still get one? Putting cheating in a prenup??? Tell me more! My BFF is in this garbage bin of divorce and I send your content to her - she is so thankful and feels sooo validated hearing about this. She’s still in it so this series will be an ASSET to her NOW!

  • @lindahooper80
    @lindahooper80 Před měsícem +27

    MENTION IT ALL GIRL! TY TY

  • @Alex-mx6mu
    @Alex-mx6mu Před měsícem +13

    This is so bizarre. Where did the OG format of this podcast go? This feels too businessy and produced and formulaic now. We want the OG storytelling

  • @boulderbodymind
    @boulderbodymind Před měsícem +1

    Amen. This week is my 10 year anniversary in Illinois court. My ex (an attorney) has sued me for custody for a decade.
    It is the long game.
    Gaslighting abounds.
    Rip off the veil, B: marriage IS business! So is divorce! It’s all a cottage industry.
    In my case I am representing myself and I’m finally winning ❤
    Thank you for

  • @daniellemcclelland3621
    @daniellemcclelland3621 Před 21 dnem

    B I have always been a fan of yours as I like strong women and you always projected this confidence and strength. I will say years ago when you started dating your ex and you had the show with him I was like girl NO! To me I thought he was limp and whiny and I could see you just were not that into him. Look it happens we have all settled for someone for whatever reason but seriously I was hoping you were going to do a runner at that alter back in the day. I have always told people that he is obviously the problem as whatever you have been it has never been malicious or hateful and I could see you just wanted out and if he was decent he would have done the right thing and not been a greedy petty grubby small man.. I’m glad you’re educating people and I wish you all the happiness that you have earned and deserve.

  • @JoJo_GSD
    @JoJo_GSD Před měsícem +1

    Kudos to you Bethenny 🙌 & thank you for helping guide & enlighten many folk who need & should hear about the intricacies of this topic.
    🙌💯

  • @itsjenscott6320
    @itsjenscott6320 Před měsícem

    I am so happy you brought this series back, I've learned so much and it cemented my decision in regards to marriage.
    I will be here every single episode, thank you, thank you, this ia a much needed conversation for women, the fairytale has fallen, the truth is now available and accesible.
    Thank you again, Bethenny ❤

  • @kittychar19
    @kittychar19 Před měsícem +1

    Bethenny, you explain things so eloquently and clearly. This will be so helpful for many people ❤

  • @sitterfo
    @sitterfo Před měsícem

    Omg I’m so happy you are continuing on with this series! I listened to you first 3 episodes and I want you to know I was hanging on every word! You sharing your true story is so powerful I can’t even tell you how much I resonated with you.

  • @domo_mother_of_plants
    @domo_mother_of_plants Před měsícem +1

    I'm so here for this content 🙌 So much hype around the wedding day but not enough focus on the reality of marriage or navigating divorce

  • @KatyLippert
    @KatyLippert Před 28 dny

    As a former business manager this is the best advice 👏 thank you Bethenny for your using your platform to help others. I filed my own paperwork in my divorce and took a hit knowing I was young enough to build it back and the best deal I could get was freedom as quickly as possible. I also sought out a network of other women who were going through divorce at the same time as me and it really helped me heal in real time.

  • @bethball1
    @bethball1 Před měsícem

    So I've never been divorced, but between my parents I've been through 9 divorces and remarriage, as a child. That's 9 different families, multiple siblings, lots of loss. Lots of mistakes made by my parents, and lots done right. I have a very unique perspective from the kids point of view- and I'm just dying to hear what you say because I fully trust you as a parent- and from everything I see- you're doing it right.

  • @pennywest-hagan7524
    @pennywest-hagan7524 Před měsícem

    Every single word you are saying is absolutely correct!

  • @juliecooper6634
    @juliecooper6634 Před 29 dny +1

    I wish I knew all this a decade ago when I got divorced. B is absolutely correct on her advice! It took me two years and the suck level was high. I will never ever be married again. The court system and divorce process really needs to be redefined!

  • @jodiemiller1565
    @jodiemiller1565 Před 27 dny +1

    I’m sure she has her reasons for not continuing to speak about her personal divorce experience. Maybe she didn’t think dishing her own tea was helpful…which is why she transitioned to this? Either way - speaking about it is helpful regardless of the specifics. Thank you Bethenny for keeping it real AND relatable.

  • @GypsyDreams81
    @GypsyDreams81 Před měsícem +6

    From watching her original divorce series (that r now gone) and her mom passing vlog I learned more about the real bethenny than anything u have ever done. It was like that last missing puzzle piece to tie it all together. From other interviews about u other peoples version of u, like what made ur clock tick. I wonder u recording about ur mom so fast if u have watched back and listened to some the chilling statements u have mirrored? So much clicked with the divorce segments and ur moms video. I was truely expecting a long pause and that u found the therapist u have searched for to dig into ur healing from a lot in ur life. It feels like the walls r back up hyper-focused bethenny is present and this will txtbook style now. I sincerly have admired u and will always enjoy ur endeavors. The small glimpse has passed and I pray u heal for brynns sake and her future as she becomes a woman and finde her place and experiences her way thru love on a new path. The 10yr divorce and present day still nocontact coparenting has imprinted on her. Her childhood never had a tone of family or snapshots of mom and dad and me. Parents never think the child is aware until u find out they r and its too late.

  • @laurens7431
    @laurens7431 Před měsícem

    This is excellent advice for anything legal and/or family trauma related. Thank you❤❤

  • @vv9734
    @vv9734 Před měsícem

    Glad she’s back and thank God I’m not getting divorced, but it’s still interesting and definitely stuff EVERYONE should know. I do hope that she gets more personal. Her fans who have been around such her first season of RHONY and followed everything she’s done, are invested and felt like she was finally going to tell her side of things. Hopefully she can mix at least a little of that in, with the overall advice. Love you B!!

  • @tasiabade8107
    @tasiabade8107 Před měsícem +1

    Could you please speak to re-negotiations as the children grow older? Thank you for the advice and straight talk!! You are right - there are a lot of people affected and not many productive, direct resources to plug into. ❤❤❤

  • @joysmall
    @joysmall Před měsícem

    Thank you, Bethany, for being brave enough to be so open and transparent about what you have gone through in your divorce, along with the loss of your mother. I'm just amazed that you are doing this, and I am certainly appreciative to you for sharing all of this. Do it the way that's best for YOU, and I will be watching and listening and supporting all the way ❤️!

  • @carlahabib1768
    @carlahabib1768 Před měsícem

    Wow. This is eye opening. Thanks so much Bethenny. Looking forward to the next one! ✨🌹

  • @apriledwards4014
    @apriledwards4014 Před 14 dny

    I'm 33, never married, would love to get married. HOWEVER, it seems like EVERYONE today wants A WEDDING, but they don't want A MARRIAGE. My dad raised me to keep this constantly in my mind - he died right in front of my mom and me 3 years ago after a horrible short cancer battle…he and my mom would've been married 40 years this year. I will live and die by what my dad told me and I stand by it.

  • @sjs7917
    @sjs7917 Před 18 dny

    Great series, really great advice. I believe in marriage, but i also 'know' it is a legal contract!!. I've had two long-term relationships, 7 and 13 years, respectively. The last one almost killed me, literally left with my clothes and some of my late moms cookware, even though we both owned the house, car, etc. That was seven years ago, the relationship completely changed my brain chemistry! I haven't been in a relationship since, the mental toll aged me internally by 30 years. Horrid. I wish everyone only the best ❤.

  • @CarolineWhite-zy6pk
    @CarolineWhite-zy6pk Před měsícem +2

    What's amazing is I heard some points B made that can help in other aspects of your life legally that have NOTHING to do with divorce.!!
    Lots of tips here folks - not just for divorce!! Please watch and listen. Bethenny gives very wise advice!

  • @christieomojo
    @christieomojo Před měsícem

    Thank you for sharing this. I know its really difficult to rehash but you are helping so many women.

  • @Watts_that_behaviour
    @Watts_that_behaviour Před 24 dny +1

    I’m in the uk and being harrasssed by my sister in law via social media. This side show advice I take on and has cemented things for me. She has had a campaign of harassment against me on social media for 6 months every day. And accuses me of awful things, thankfully I have a savy husband who knows his sister can’t keep her mouth shut and has kept a one drive of every thing she’s said. Now the police have it. She’s looking at charges for harassment , stalking and threats to harm my children. Part of that was publicly telling the world my child was autistic when we hadn’t told certain family members yet not because we were ashamed because he was still going through the diagnosis process. Iv had mums at school say they’ve seen her videos iv made responses with all my evidence in my drafts ready to press send so I can win the public battle. My assigned police officer said don’t respond to anything but like you said it’s a marathon not a sprint and soon she’ll be convicted and not allowed to contact us for 10 years. It’s really hard to stay quiet While horrendous allegations are made about you

  • @travisslade6860
    @travisslade6860 Před měsícem

    Never even been close to married but this is fascinating and informative.

  • @hellyj.2523
    @hellyj.2523 Před měsícem

    Right on point, so my life at 4pm drinking wine and talking about not getting laid while at home alone … preach the truth Bethany! Love it! 💜

  • @houstonmom5048
    @houstonmom5048 Před měsícem +20

    Divorce in family court, is nothing less than full contact of the heart & wallet

  • @ThePinkSeed
    @ThePinkSeed Před měsícem +2

    What you are doing is so important-this podcast is needed❤

  • @v.w.6294
    @v.w.6294 Před 26 dny

    You are helping so many people by sharing your story. 💛 your shirt is so pretty, I love your style!

  • @glendajune9140
    @glendajune9140 Před měsícem

    Great content Bethenny, sincerely thought provoking. Thanks 🙏🏾

  • @drb3353
    @drb3353 Před 29 dny

    I wish you did this series three years ago when I went through HELL getting out. This is everything.

  • @JaneBridget-ti2qj
    @JaneBridget-ti2qj Před měsícem

    Excellent B this will the most impactful thing you will ever do.. 💜I felt strongly after I saw the first divorce episode. We need this to balance all the BS we have been fed for so long.. 🎉YAY xx

  • @helenvb
    @helenvb Před 25 dny

    So glad you came back to talk about all this.....there iscan option here in texas to forbid any communication between the two parties other than ...our family wizard... which is an app and lawyers can read messages if necessary

  • @ashleyc3413
    @ashleyc3413 Před 5 dny

    Having gone thru custody court with a narcissist, you are speaking straight FACTS Bethenny!!!

  • @twinnietaz866
    @twinnietaz866 Před měsícem

    Bethenny Thank you, I love listening to you on any topic.

  • @Denise_604
    @Denise_604 Před měsícem +8

    Mic drop! Have you thought about writing a book on this? Or audio book?

  • @juwannrandall
    @juwannrandall Před měsícem +1

    This is why I will always go to back for Bethenny!!! Name another reality star that achieved what they wanted as in stardom and still feels like the first time you ever watched them!!! Love you Scorpio sista and praying for you and your Daughter ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @nicholehenry4716
    @nicholehenry4716 Před měsícem +15

    We want the same format of what you were doing before with this whole divorce series. Love you Bethenny but sometimes we don't want to be schooled and educated, we would rather be able to relate to you and hear from your personal experience.

    • @Alex-mx6mu
      @Alex-mx6mu Před měsícem +2

      YES

    • @katherinedonovan6340
      @katherinedonovan6340 Před měsícem +2

      Yea I think she took them down and changed the format because it was probably upsetting to her daughter but agreed it was way juicier- this is just kind of a bitter rant…

    • @ashleynoel383
      @ashleynoel383 Před měsícem +1

      That’s what I was thinking!! Yes, experts are nice to hear from but it’s the personal experience and anecdotes that are missing from media stories about divorce. It’s the lived experience that people want to hear about. I would understand if the episodes had to be pulled because her ex or daughter requested them to be. I think any rational person would understand that so just be honest about it.

    • @Jazzluvslife
      @Jazzluvslife Před měsícem +1

      Yes I liked the previous videos.

    • @parkerlee3912
      @parkerlee3912 Před měsícem +1

      Yeah. I so agree. This sounds like a bitter lecture..

  • @michellelindsey7563
    @michellelindsey7563 Před měsícem +1

    Business licenses and Marriage licenses are no different in the court of law. It took me eleven months to realize that…. When I did… I looked at my attorney and said “All the Judge wants us to do is close the financial books equitably and take care of the assets until they turn eighteen. He doesn't care about anything else.” He said Yes, you're finally getting it.” I looked at him and said let’s close the books. When I got to THAT MINDSET…. The Judge awarded me 89% of what I felt was equitable.

  • @Yolduranduran
    @Yolduranduran Před měsícem

    I agree about the importance acknowledging the issues that may arise from marrying someone in a different income bracket. When I married my husband he had zero. He had a low paying job, an old car and zero retirement. I had a professional job with good benefits, a house and a new car. Thankfully he got a higher paying job than mine, through his effort alone. I sold my house and we bought a much nicer home together. He pays for the majority of the bills and I was able to retire early. It worked out but if it had not I would be resentful, that is the truth.

  • @waimeagrl5142
    @waimeagrl5142 Před měsícem

    I’m exhausted listening to this. I’m thanking my lucky stars, I had one of the easiest, most amicable divorce ever, and there was a child, money and assets involved. Good luck to all the ladies. Be strong and smart.

  • @beckysou143
    @beckysou143 Před měsícem

    I am in the middle of a divorce, and it's a rollar coaster for sure. I needed this and more, thank you

  • @DonnaBall-om1wz
    @DonnaBall-om1wz Před 26 dny

    The help that you will be providing to those going through a horrible divorce will be monumental. Thank you for opening up these old wounds for the greater good.

  • @kellysteere9497
    @kellysteere9497 Před měsícem +2

    So happy this is back!!!❤❤❤

  • @keannaw
    @keannaw Před měsícem +8

    I’m so glad you’re back! Whew! Made my day thank you 😊

  • @hannerhouse
    @hannerhouse Před 26 dny

    Man, I wish I'd had this advice 20 years ago! You are SPOT ON!

  • @cici5904
    @cici5904 Před měsícem +2

    Love 💕 is not about a contract-it’s unconditional. There’s nothing logical about luv&soul connections it just is. The minute u place material above love ur in trouble. It needs to change & the earth is shifting it needs to change love should not be a business. Bethany is right and she is giving great advice. You should only get married when u both have ur own money and need nothing from each other ❤

  • @Alyssa-Asks
    @Alyssa-Asks Před měsícem +1

    My daughter and I listen to you! Such valuable and helpful information. I can listen to 1000 episodes from you about this!

  • @demurred314
    @demurred314 Před měsícem +7

    Best guess is a Cease & Desist letter threatening defamation suit was sent unless those divorce experience videos came down. It's a shame because that is what I wanted to see. Misery loves company 🤣. But there is no need to poke and re-engage a crazy bear. Hopefully these videos will help people who haven't already gone through the lunacy.

    • @joniheisenberg
      @joniheisenberg Před měsícem +1

      I think you may be right. I watched those videos and they were excellent. I wish she would address it.

    • @bethennyfrankel
      @bethennyfrankel  Před měsícem +3

      Just wait...new videos coming soon!

    • @joniheisenberg
      @joniheisenberg Před měsícem +1

      @@bethennyfrankel Thank you for responding!

  • @jeannebenson9613
    @jeannebenson9613 Před měsícem +1

    I had the most horrific marriage and divorce. Minus the money that you spent I was in unmitigated hell. I keep thinking that one day, he will get paid back from all of the horrific things he did to me and his daughter. It was hell on earth.

  • @66oxfordst54
    @66oxfordst54 Před měsícem

    Although not going through this myself with my husband, you remind me of the value of not depending on a man for everything and the importance of self identity. Also the importance of becoming more comfortable discussing delicate issues in marriage and getting things in writing

  • @stephanieff28
    @stephanieff28 Před měsícem +1

    I’m so glad you are sharing your wisdom about this and I know it will definitely help those really going through it and those starting marriage plans