Okay, So Here’s The Deal
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Podcast Overview
<p><strong>Okay, So Here’s the Deal</strong> is a divorce recovery podcast for women who are done playing small after toxic or high-conflict marriages. Hosted by Amazon Best Selling author Marilee Grace, the show dives into healing after divorce, narcissistic relationships, identity shifts, self-love, and rebuilding life with clarity and confidence.</p> <p>We talk growth, grief, joy, boundaries, self-care, and reinvention—without sugarcoating it. If you’re navigating divorce, recovering from a toxic relationship, or ready to rewrite your story and rise unapologetically, this space is for you.</p> <p>We’ll laugh, cry, and grow together.<br />Buckle up, beautiful—it’s time to rise.</p>
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1/16/2026
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Recent Episodes
May 26, 2026
Rediscovering Joy After Divorce: From Glimmers to Your Glow Up Era
What if you truly believed you would never feel joy again? In this deeply personal episode of Okay, So Here’s the Deal, Marilee Grace shares the moment she told her own mother that joy was no longer possible in her life—and the powerful journey of what it actually took to rediscover it after divorce. Because here’s the truth:Joy doesn’t just magically return.It has to be rebuilt—intentionally, gently, and over time. In this episode, we explore the difference between happiness and joy, and how even in your darkest seasons, there may still be a small, protected sliver of joy waiting to be nurtured back to life. You’ll learn: Why joy doesn’t automatically return after divorce The difference between happiness (an emotion) and joy (a state of being) What “glimmers” are and how they help regulate your nervous system How small, everyday moments can begin restoring your sense of peace What it means to reconnect with your authentic self How glimmers grow into your inner sparkle—and eventually your glow up This episode is your reminder that healing doesn’t happen all at once. It starts small. Quiet. Almost unnoticeable. But those small moments?They can bring you all the way back to yourself. A worksheet is included to help you begin noticing your own glimmers and rebuilding joy—one moment at a time. Get it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dkEa8GxJCuEgdNHzBwQv9df45fYKEQUV/view?usp=drive_link Buckle up, gorgeous.Your joy isn’t gone… it’s waiting.
May 15, 2026
Dating After Divorce, Dating Apps & The Truth No One Talks About
Have you ever downloaded a dating app… and immediately felt buyer’s remorse? 😅 In this episode of Here’s the Deal, I’m sharing the very real, very awkward, sometimes hilarious truth about dating after divorce — from my first terrifying experience on the apps to the lessons I learned after interacting with over 200 men online. This episode is honest, funny, uncomfortable at times, and deeply eye-opening for any woman considering dating after leaving a high-conflict, toxic, or narcissistic relationship. We’re talking about: ✨ Why I joined dating apps before I was truly ready ✨ Boundaries, safety, and trusting your gut ✨ Scammers, catfishers, bots, and “everything but sex” first dates 🙃 ✨ What I learned while researching for my book Right Swipe: A Quest for Love ✨ The emotional reality of dating after divorce ✨ Why loneliness and healing matter more than rushing into another relationship ✨ How to recognize red flags in dating profiles and conversations ✨ The “Burn the Haystack” dating method and why it matters This episode is part storytelling, part cautionary tale, part healing conversation — and hopefully a reminder that you are allowed to protect your peace while rediscovering yourself after divorce. 📖 Books Mentioned: • Right Swipe: A Quest for Love by Marilee Grace • Burn the Haystack Dating Method by Jennie Young, PhD 💛 If this episode resonated with you, please like, comment, and subscribe. You are not meant to do this alone. Together, we will continue to rise.
May 8, 2026
Girl Math Won’t Heal You: The Real Truth About Dating After Divorce
Are you really ready to date after divorce… or are you trying to heal a wound someone else created? In this episode of Okay, So Here’s the Deal, Marilee Grace gets brutally honest about dating after a high-conflict divorce, the temptation of dating apps, and why healing has to happen before you start looking for love again. Because here’s the truth nobody wants to hear:Wanting someone to finally treat you the way you begged your ex to treat you… is not the same thing as being ready to date. Through personal stories, coaching techniques, and a powerful “Seven Layers / Smoking Gun” exercise, Marilee helps you uncover the real reason you may want to start dating again—and whether it’s coming from curiosity, loneliness, validation, pain, or true readiness. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “girl math” doesn’t work when it comes to healing after divorce How to use the “Smoking Gun” technique to uncover your true motivations Why healing takes longer than most people want it to What you should focus on during the first 18–24 months after divorce How to rebuild your identity, peace, confidence, and joy before inviting someone new into your life Why learning to be alone is one of the most powerful things you can do for yourself The difference between wanting love… and wanting validation This episode is honest, validating, funny in places, and deeply grounding for anyone navigating life after divorce. And if you’ve been tempted to download the apps because your ex moved on quickly?Marilee has thoughts. Buckle up, gorgeous.Healing is not punishment.It’s preparation for the life you truly deserve.
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- What is Okay, So Here’s The Deal?
<p><strong>Okay, So Here’s the Deal</strong> is a divorce recovery podcast for women who are done playing small after toxic or high-conflict marriages. Hosted by Amazon Best Selling author Marilee Grace, the show dives into healing after divorce, narcissistic relationships, identity shifts, self-love, and rebuilding life with clarity and confidence.</p> <p>We talk growth, grief, joy, boundaries, self-care, and reinvention—without sugarcoating it. If you’re navigating divorce, recovering from a toxic relationship, or ready to rewrite your story and rise unapologetically, this space is for you.</p> <p>We’ll laugh, cry, and grow together.<br />Buckle up, beautiful—it’s time to rise.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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