# Stop Being So Nice in Divorce (And What to Do Instead) Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897/stop-being-so-nice-in-divorce-and-what-to-do-instead Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897/stop-being-so-nice-in-divorce-and-what-to-do-instead.md Podcast: [The Intuitive Divorce: A Better Divorce for Moms](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897) Published: 2026-04-13T10:00:48+00:00 Episode link: https://intuitivedivorce.com/blog/stop-being-so-nice Audio file: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/653562695e3deb358019e26f/t/69dbf21233cfa96cb6f18deb/1776169916523/2026-04-13+Stop+Being+So+Nice.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897/episodes/stop-being-so-nice-in-divorce-and-what-to-do-instead Duration seconds: 832 ## Resource Stop being nice — at least the way you've been doing it. If you've been making concessions, ignoring red flags, and keeping the peace at your own expense, this episode is for you. I'm redefining what "nice" really means in divorce, and why clarity, boundaries, and self-advocacy aren't selfish — they're the most loving thing you can do for yourself and your children. In this episode: - Why playing nice for the wrong reasons always backfires - How old "good girl" patterns are quietly driving your biggest decisions - Why clarity is your most powerful tool in divorce negotiations - What to do when your attorney's guidance doesn't feel right - Why you can't change how your ex shows up — and the freedom that comes when you stop trying It's time to stop walking all over yourself — and start showing up for the life you actually want. — If you’re a professional, independent mother facing off with divorce, worried about your emotional wellbeing, your kids and your future…and want a better way to navigate it all, here’s how we can help: FREE DIVORCE WORKSHOP BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL The Intuitive Divorce Podcast helps mothers navigate the messy waters of divorce to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their kids. Your host, divorce coach Kristen Noel, explores strategies to engage with lawyers and courts, communicate with and protect your children, apply boundaries with a high-conflict or narcissistic partner, and prepare yourself emotionally and financially for this difficult transition — so you can heal, reclaim your mojo and set yourself up for a beautiful next chapter. Learn more at: intuitivedivorce.com ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897/episodes/stop-being-so-nice-in-divorce-and-what-to-do-instead/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intuitive-divorce-a-better-divorce-for-moms-6713897/stop-being-so-nice-in-divorce-and-what-to-do-instead.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.