About The Separation Guide | A starting point for better separation and divorce
The Separation Guide is your independent guide to separation and divorce in Australia.
We support you from start to finish, making separation simpler, more manageable and less stressful.
We aim to give you confidence to make the right decisions for your future.
Episode 34: Separation Stories - Beyond the Script: Love, Identity and Life After Marriage with Aubrey Blanche
Title: Radical Intentionality and Post-Traumatic Growth with Aubrey Blanche
Is it possible to experience divorce as a catalyst for growth rather than a sign of failure?
In this incredibly candid and refreshing episode, DEI expert and "double divorced" advocate Aubrey Blanche joins Sabina Read to debunk the stigma surrounding multiple separations. Aubrey shares how they navigated two divorces with radical honesty, shifting the narrative from "everything is crumbling" to a process of intentional self-discovery and "post-traumatic growth."
Together, they explore:
Post-Traumatic Growth: How to use life’s biggest transitions as a springboard for becoming a stronger, more authentic version of yourself.
The "Marty Ginsburg List": Why establishing clear non-negotiables (and "anti-lists" for deal-breakers) is the key to long-term compatibility.
Separation in the Queer Community: Addressing the unique weight of "letting the community down" and the power of chosen family support.
Relationship Anarchy: Using clear communication and boundaries to build connections that are additive, not just "filling a hole".
Support in the Workplace: Practical advice for managers on how to support employees through a life crisis.
Whether you are navigating your own separation or simply looking to build more intentional relationships, Aubrey’s "strategy-led" approach to life and love offers a roadmap for moving forward with dignity and hope.
14 Jan 2026
Episode 33: How to divorce and separate well with Jill Johnstone
What does it really look like to navigate separation with your values intact?
In this insightful episode, family lawyer Jill Johnstone joins Sabina Read to bridge the gap between professional legal advice and the raw, personal reality of ending a marriage. Jill shares how her own experience with shared care and the emotional "silence" of a quiet home transformed how she practices law.
Together, they explore:
The "Lawyering Up" Myth: Why seeing a lawyer doesn't have to mean going to battle.
Child-Focused Outcomes: Practical ways to protect children from the detrimental effects of parental conflict.
The Emotional Reality: Managing the surprising challenges of shared care and "part-time" parenting.
Staying Out of Court: How early legal advice and open communication can keep your process calm and cost-effective.
Long-Term Thinking: Why the wording of your parenting orders today matters for your life five years from now.
Whether you are just starting to consider separation or are deep in the legal process, Jill offers a roadmap centered on integrity, flexibility, and hope.
16 Dec 2025
Episode 32: Debunking narcissistic behaviours in divorce
Debunking narcissistic behaviours with Dr Ahona Guha
What is narcissism, really?In this powerful episode, psychologist and forensic expert Dr Ahona Guha joins Sabina Read to unpack one of the most misunderstood and emotionally loaded issues in separation and divorce.
Together, they explore:
How narcissistic traits show up in relationships and why the term is so often misused
The difference between tendencies, traits and Narcissistic Personality Disorder
What it feels like to be on the receiving end, and why “crazy-making” dynamics occur
How narcissism impacts parenting, conflict, co-parenting and the legal process
Practical strategies for boundaries, communication and emotional regulation
What hope and repair can look like, even when the relationship is over.
If you’re navigating separation from a partner with narcissistic tendencies, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers clarity, compassion and practical tools to help you move forward.
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Bev Berelowitz
Dean Cooper
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Arabella Feltham
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