In this powerful episode, we sit down with Officer Fernando Jimenez, a veteran law enforcement officer whose experience includes handling domestic violence cases. We explore the realities of domestic abuse from the front lines—what officers see, how they respond, and the systemic challenges survivors face. Our guest offers insight into the emotional, legal, and safety complexities of domestic violence and discusses stories that highlight the importance of awareness around this important topic.

• Understanding Domestic Violence

- What constitutes domestic violence

- Battery vs Domestic Violence

- Common myths and misconceptions

• Law Enforcement Response

- How police respond to domestic violence calls

- The protocol for handling victims and perpetrators

- Discussion of the Gabby Petito's case as an example

• Barriers to Reporting and Leaving

- Why victims often don’t report abuse, stay, or come back after leaving

- The role of fear, brainwashing, low self-worth, and feelings of hope

• Legal Processes

- What happens after an arrest

- Gaps and challenges in the current system

• Resources and Support

- Where victims can turn for help

- “Help these resources and support help you.”

Click here to access RESOURCES ON DOMESTIC ABUSE: https://ssa.ocgov.com/cash-calfresh/calworks/employment-services/domestic-abuse-services/domestic-abuse-resources

“We can't stop trying. You've got to keep raising awareness and letting the victims know that there are resources.” - Fernando Jimenez

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/

Email: ksenia@thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com

Divorce is often framed as a battle, but is there ever a true "winner"? In this episode, we unpack the emotional, legal, financial, and social dimensions of divorce. From asset division to custody battles to post-divorce recovery, we explore who comes out ahead—or if anyone does at all.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• The myth of winning

- Societal norm of “winning”

• Price of divorce

- We explore the emotional, professional, and financial price SHE pays in divorce.

- We look at the same aspects of divorce from HIS perspective.

• Financial Fallout

- Why divorced women often face greater financial strain

- Alimony and child support: needed or created to favor women?

• Cultural Narratives and Reality

- Are women really “winners” in divorce?

- Is there a clear winner?

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/

Email: ksenia@thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com

In this episode, we dive into the most underrated professional world - the world of coaching with expert Kara Duffy, an entrepreneur, business coach & consultant who uses her Have It All Method™ to help business owners become Extraordinary CEOs and organizations to scale. She's also the creator & host of the Powerful Ladies Podcast and co-founder of shopolivet.com.

Whether you're going through divorce or considering launching a new business or trying to find your happily ever after, this conversation will help you understand what a coach does, how they differ from therapists, and what to expect if you decide to hire one.

Key Takeaways:

• What is a coach?
• We define what a coach is and their role in helping clients to achieve goals.
• We also discuss the benefits of hiring a coach.
• Coach vs. Therapist
• We point out the key differences between a coach and a therapist: future vs past, what vs why, action vs feeling.
• Design the life you want, rather than life being designed for you
• Kara shares expert tips on how to take control of your life and build the life you want.
• We also go over how to overcome fear or feeling of being lost and finding your way forward.
• Having a coach is having a gift of foresight.
• Real-life examples
• Kara shares some real-life examples of success and stories from her experience when working with different clients.
• How to make coaching work for you
• Tips on being “coachable”
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
• When to reach out to the coach

“Once you know what you want, it's so easy to get you there.” - Kara Duffy

Connect with Kara Duffy:

Website: https://karaduffy.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawduffy/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kara_duffy/

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/

Email: ksenia@thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com