Episode 263: The Power of Laughter in Divorce with Andrea Rappaport

Discover how laughter can lighten the weight of divorce in this week’s episode. When your whole world feels on fire, bringing levity to divorce can be like a breath of fresh air.  My guest this week, Andrea Rappaport, knows a thing or two about imparting humor in one’s life while navigating difficult situations. Andrea is a recovering comedian who is the co-host of the top-ranked Apple podcast, How Not to Suck at Divorce. 

Andrea and I look at the delicate balance between humor and seriousness when discussing divorce. Plus, we talk about why finding the right attorney is essential and the need for having a supportive squad by your side.

Featured topics:

  • Why humor is so important when we’re struggling (3:30)
  • Some of the mistakes Andrea made in her divorce and what she learned (10:30)
  • Checking expectations: “If you have an unhealthy marriage, you will likely not have a healthy divorce.” (11:53)
  • Hiring the RIGHT attorney for your divorce (14:15)
  • Why you need and DESERVE a team of support as you go through this process (44:20)

Learn more about Andrea Rappaport:

Andrea Rappaport is the co-host of the top-ranked Apple podcast, How Not to Suck at Divorce. As a recovering comedian, she STRONGLY values the need for humor in our lives while navigating difficult situations. Andrea is proudly divorced and a mom to two little boys whom she loves almost as much as a shopping trip to TJMAXX. She has recently been engaged to a man who makes her laugh and loves her deeply. When she’s not shopping or podcasting, Andrea co-runs a Chicago-based marketing and messaging firm, Rappaport & Schaer.

Resources & Links:

Kate’s book “The D Word” – audiobook available now!

Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective

Andrea’s website

Andrea’s Divorce Crash Course

How Not to Suck At Divorce Podcast

Andrea on Instagram

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