I Lost Myself in My Marriage: Motherhood, Divorce & Finding Myself Again

What happens when the life you thought you were building suddenly looks completely different? In this episode of Permission to Heal, Kelly sits down with Alex Trimble mother, entrepreneur, and content creator for an incredibly honest and transparent conversation about navigating divorce with two young children while postpartum. Alex opens up about the messy and sometimes icky relationship dynamics that led to the end of her marriage, what it was like to go through such a major life transition while caring for young children, and the anxiety and uncertainty that came with rebuilding her life. We talk about the realities of healing when you can’t simply walk away from someone because you share children, learning how to co-parent, finding your footing again, and slowly creating a life that feels like your own. But this isn’t just a story about what Alex lost. It’s about what she found on the other side, a renewed sense of self, space to pursue her passions and dreams, and the realization that starting over can also mean starting to build a life that truly fits you. This episode is for you if: You’re navigating a divorce, separation, or the end of a long-term relationship. You’re a parent trying to navigate co-parenting while also healing yourself. You’ve experienced a major life transition that has left you questioning who you are and what comes next. You’ve found yourself in relationship dynamics that felt complicated, unhealthy, or just… icky. You’re trying to rebuild your confidence and sense of self after losing a part of your identity in a relationship. You’re a parent who feels like your own dreams and passions have been put on hold. Or you’re simply in a season of rebuilding and wondering whether a different life might actually be possible. Find Alex Trimble on Instagram @alextrimble & on Substack. 🎙 Hosted by Kelly, Registered Psychotherapist and host of Permission to Heal 📩 Share this episode with someone who might need it ⭐ Follow, rate, and review to help us continue bringing these conversations into the light At Alli Therapy, we make mental health support accessible and affordable for everyone. Visit alli.io to book a session with an intern therapist (your first session is free, and sessions start at $45 after) or connect with an associate therapist starting at $115.