In Episode 22 of Divorce Diaries: Lessons from the Trenches, host Cary Jacobson, attorney, mediator, and founder of Jacobson Family Law, speaks with Sharri Freedman, founder of Potomac Coaching and a certified divorce coach with more than 30 years of experience as a divorce attorney. Together, they explore how divorce is more than a legal process—it’s a deeply personal identity transformation.
Sharri’s signature coaching method, The Liberated Life™, is designed to help women navigate the emotional, logistical, and psychological complexities of divorce. Her approach integrates legal knowledge, trauma-informed coaching, and neuro-identity work to guide clients through one of life’s most disruptive transitions.
From Fear to Clarity: Taking Radical Responsibility During Divorce
A central theme in this episode is radical personal responsibility—the idea that even in painful situations, we still have choices. Sharri helps clients move from reacting to intentionally creating a life they actually want. This starts by defining how they want to feel post-divorce and who they want to become.
Sharri also highlights the emotional patterns that keep people stuck in unhappy marriages, such as:
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Fear of judgment or failure
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Guilt about leaving when things “look good on paper”
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The belief that staying is best “for the kids”
She challenges these assumptions and encourages listeners to define success on their own terms—not based on guilt, fear, or societal expectations.
🎙️ Listen to the Full Episode
If you’re considering divorce, in the middle of the process, or simply feeling stuck, Episode 22 offers compassionate insight, practical tools, and a fresh perspective on reclaiming your power. Learn how to move beyond fear and into freedom with guidance from a coach who’s walked both sides of the divorce process.
🎧 Listen to the full episode of Divorce Diaries: Lessons from the Trenches on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
🌐 Discover more about Sharri Freedman and The Liberated Life™ at PotomacCoaching.com.
🔗 Additional Support & Resources
At Jacobson Family Law, we believe that divorce doesn’t have to be a battle. We provide flat-fee mediation, Maryland separation agreements, and custom estate planning, all designed to help you move forward peacefully and strategically.
For trusted legal guidance, visit JacobsonFamilyLaw.com or explore our Stanstore at stan.store/JacobsonFamilyLaw to access:
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Divorce prep checklists
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Mediation guides
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Legal workshop replays
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Flat-fee service bookings