Episode 33 - Navigating Identity: Rediscovering Yourself After Separation and Loss with Aubrae Corprew

In Episode 33 of the Realign Your Life Podcast, host Vivian Smith Richardson welcomes her friend Aubrae Corprew as the guest..

Aubrae shares her personal story of going through a separation after 15 years of marriage and the subsequent challenges and self-reflection that followed. She discusses seeking therapy, navigating her changing role as a daughter, wife, and mother, and finding support from her children and close friends during this difficult time. Aubrae also opens up about her experiences with online dating and the importance of taking time for oneself.

The episode emphasizes the significance of leaning on God for guidance and support in challenging situations, maintaining open communication with children during divorce, prioritizing self-care, and recognizing the importance of a strong support system of friends and loved ones. Overall, this episode is a relatable and inspiring conversation about realigning one's life after major changes.

 

Key Moments : 

[00:08:18] Starting a new, pursuing personal passions despite obstacles.

[00:11:08] Therapy helped Aubrae to navigate emotions after divorce.

[00:16:56] Tension, separation, worried kids, struggle, support.

[00:21:33] Co-parenting tips - prioritizing kids' happiness & inclusion.

[00:24:59] Doctors have knowledge, medicine can help you.

[00:27:00] Dating in your forties is challenging.

[00:32:05] Lean on God, communicate with your kids.

[00:38:18] Empty nester finds purpose after life change.

[00:43:41] "Beautiful: Embrace your true self and praise God."

About the Guest: 

Aubrae Corprew went through a major life change in 2015 when she got separated after 15 years of marriage. It was a difficult adjustment for her as she navigated through the process of rediscovering herself and her place in life. Seeking therapy to help cope with the challenges, Aubrae also had to deal with the loss of her mother in December of the same year. With her mom and husband being her main support system, their absence was a significant blow. Aubrae spoke to her therapist about feeling lost as she had spent many years fulfilling roles like being a daughter, wife, and mother. With her children growing older and becoming more independent, she questioned her identity and where she fit in her own life. This was highlighted when she went shopping one weekend, wanting to buy something for herself, but realizing she didn't even know her own clothing size anymore. Despite the difficulties, Aubrae remained resilient and continued to prioritize both herself and her children.

 

About Vivian : 

About Vivian - Vivian’s lifetime desire has been to impact the lives of both women and men. As a critical thought leader and strategic thinker, her passion is to help women and men develop their best quality and place in life. Knowing that regardless of what season of life they are in – they are valued. As a community builder and masterful networker, she values and welcomes every person she encounters. Through her interactions with various cultures and backgrounds, the realization that there needed to be a platform for them to express and share their concerns, shame, disappointments, desires, and experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment without judgment led her to establish Vivian Richardson Resources and the non-profit God’s Kind of Woman, where women are empowered to know they are Powerful – Prepared – and –Purposeful! You can visit https://realignwithvivian.com/ for more.