FORTIFIED: Lessons on Love and Divorce
No matter who you are, your profession, education or family, one thing is certain life will throw many challenges and lessons at you. So how do you prepare for one of the most challenging of them all? Separation. Welcome to Fortified: Lessons on Love and Divorce with Leisa Toomey, director of Toomey Family Law, based here on the stunning Sunshine Coast. Throughout this interview series, we will speak with some of the most inspiring and high-profile athletes and entrepreneurs about love life and the lessons from their divorce. This isn’t as sad and depressing as you may think. No, this series is really aimed at helping others be as emotionally and mentally prepared as possible as they embark on the journey of separation and divorce. So join Leisa Toomey as we dive into the raw, sad and funny realities of divorce and how we can all do it better. If the time comes Lisa, welcome to our cozy little couch, set up,
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Episodes
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Join us as Lisa Curry shares the raw and unfiltered account of her transformative journey—a narrative filled with hard lessons, heartbreak and the strength to rebuild. In this compelling episode, we sit down with Lisa Curry, the iconic Australian elite athlete who not only dominated the pool with her record-breaking performances but also navigated the tumultuous waters of life, love, and heartache.
A trailblazer in both sport and business, Lisa boasts Commonwealth and Australian records in every stroke except backstroke. Her remarkable athletic career includes seven gold, two silver, and one bronze Commonwealth Games medals, spanning three Olympic Games. Notably, Lisa competed in her last Olympics at the age of 30, all while being a mother of two. Beyond the pool, she served as the chair of the National Australia Day Council from 2000 to 2008.
Lisa met Iron Man Grant Kenny, at the pinnacle of their careers and became one of Australia's most high-profile sporting couples. Together for nearly three decades and raising three children, they faced the decision to part ways. Discover the emotional journey of love, loss, and the resilience needed to move forward.
Lisa opens up about the importance of financial literacy and the necessity of having tough conversations in relationships.
Join us for an intimate conversation with Lisa Curry, where her authenticity and wisdom serve as a beacon of inspiration for anyone facing life's challenges. Listen now for a story that transcends the pool and dives deep into the currents of the human experience.You can check out this episode and previous episodes on Facebook, Youtube or Podbean.https://www.toomeyfamilylaw.com.au/resources/podcast-series/#divorce #podcast #entrepreneur #author #olympicathlete #athlete #lisacurry #loveafterdivorce #lifeafterdivorce
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Our 2nd episode of Fortified Lessons on Love and Divorce Season 2 is here!In our latest episode, we are joined by Kristine Young, a successful Sunshine Coast restaurant owner and entrepreneur, author and inspirational leader. Kristine is also heavily involved in a range of domestic violence charities and causes, including SunnyKids and Risetwo, helping people restart in a safe environment. Her passion for advocating for these issues stems from her own journey, having survived and thrived through adversity, carving her own path. Kristine shares her story of how, after a devastating divorce, she became successful in her own right and now wants to give women hope and inspire change.
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
In the first episode of season 2, we welcome Laura Dodds to the couch with Leisa Toomey, and our facilitator, Laticia Braving.
In this thought-provoking episode, we embark on a journey into the intricate world of high-conflict parenting issues with Laura Dodds. Laura is a seasoned expert who steps in when parenting conflicts reach a critical point, dedicated to uncovering the root causes and forging agreements that prioritise the well-being of the children involved.
Laura Dodds is a single expert witness and an appointed family consultant for the family and Federal Circuit Court of Australia. With over 20 years' experience in undertaking forensic social science risk assessments and working with individuals and families who've experienced trauma, substance misuse, domestic and family violence, parental separation, and mental health issues.
She is the program coordinator for the Bachelor of Social Work and an associate lecturer in social work teaching in undergraduate and master's programs within the School of Law and Society at the University of the Sunshine Coast. She's also the managing director and senior family consultant of Edgeways Consultancy on the Sunshine Coast, a forensic assessment agency providing best practice, high-quality social science assessments of children and their families.
As a single expert witness, Laura's role isn't about establishing evidence or facts; rather, it's a compassionate endeavour to conduct a risk assessment focused on child safety. This path is often emotionally charged and challenging for parents who grapple with their own narratives amidst the complexity of family dynamics and behaviours.
The barriers to reaching parenting agreements often originate from anticipated relational complexities linked to the grief and loss of separation. Laura emphasises that her intervention isn't limited to extreme cases; it extends to many high-conflict situations.
Don't miss this enlightening discussion, which offers a profound understanding of the challenges inherent to high-conflict parenting situations.
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Tristan Kurtz shares the lessons learned through his divorce and mediation experience, as well as a pivotal life-changing solo trip after his divorce that changed his perspective and allowed him to move forward.
We discuss how If your case is going nowhere, frustrating, confusing & emotionally fuelled, getting a second or even third opinion can give so much clarity.. and in his experience, a short call under 5 minutes was all it took!
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
No matter who you are, one thing is certain, life will throw many challenges and lessons at you. So how do you prepare for one of the most challenging of them all separation?
Episode 1 with Leisa Toomey we dive into the raw, sad and funny realities of divorce and how we can all do it better If the time comes...
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Get set for the launch of our new series by Toomey Family Law - Fortified: Lessons on Love and Divorce.
A special thank you to our first four guests: Leisa Toomey, Family Lawyer and founder of the series; Former Queensland Cricketer, Ashley Noffke; Ironwoman world champion, Kristy Munroe; and local businessman, Tristan Kurz.
This is a special project we hope will deliver much-needed hope, lessons and insights. We can’t wait to share it with you all!
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