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Journey to Freedom

Name: Journey to Freedom
Rating: 4.9 (3 reviews)

How to Safely Leave Your Emotionally Abusive Spouse

Created byJodi Schuelke

Last updated 2/2021

English

What you'll learn

Learn how to plan a smart, swift, and safe departure from your emotionally abusive relationship,
Understand what steps to do and in which order
Learn how to handle situations when minor children are involved
Understand the divorce process in the USA

Course content

13 sections • 91 lectures • 6h 48m total length

Welcome4:38
Welcome to the Journey to Freedom Course!

In this course you will receive detailed and practical information to help you carefully plan a swift and safe departure from your emotionally abusive husband AND help you prepare for getting divorced.

You will learn how to stop spinning your wheels and start taking strategic action – this includes what to do, how to do it, why it's important, and what to avoid.

Following my 7-step FREEDOM Framework™ process, you'll go from feeling trapped and frozen in fear to feeling empowered and able to take careful and effective action to change your future – and your kids future – for the better!

By the end of this course you will have the tools you need to plan your safe, smart, and swift departure, and navigate through the divorce process.
Available Resources0:32
Journey to Freedom Resources

As you go through this course I encourage you to utilize the various resources provided.

These resources include:

The Top 10 Mistakes Women Make.
A pdf copy of my first book, I Just Want Out: Seven Careful Steps to Leaving Your Emotionally Abusive Husband, that this course is designed after.
A handy checklist to help you keep your wits about you as you begin to take action on the various steps.
Links to additional helpful online resources and articles (attached throughout this course).
And, my ongoing support via the discussion area as you complete this course.

a) Getting Started: Grounding Activity10:16
Before you begin this course, it's important to first get grounded and centered. In this video you will have the opportunity to get clear in your mind about what you want your future to look like. Feel free to revisit this Grounding Activity as many times as needed while you go through this course.
b) Getting Started: On the Road to Freedom1:18
Tune in here for an overview about this lesson/module.
c) Getting Started: Gains, Not Losses4:26
Learn how to embrace your decision as a gain, and not a loss.
d) Getting Started: Stigma/Shame of Divorce5:28
Learn how to kick shame to the curb so you can create the future and life you truly deserve.
e) Getting Started: Understanding Abuse5:34
Understand how abusers operate and how to identify behaviors so you can start to emotionally protect yourself.
f) Getting Started: FREEDOM Framework™ Steps1:39
Assimilate yourself with the seven steps of the FREEDOM Framework™ process.

Step 1 Overview0:20
Learn about the topics that will be covered in this first step of the FREEDOM Framework™ process.
Step 1a) Thoughts vs. Emotions8:06
Learn how circumstances can elicit our thoughts, which in turn trigger our emotions, and therefore can impact the actions we take.
Step 1b) What's Holding You Back3:32
Understand ways you may sabotage your success and learn how to get yourself back on track.
Step 1c) Assigning New Labels1:20
Familiarize yourself with new terminology that will help you Free Your Mind.
Step 1d) Stepping into Character3:00
Discover how to behave during the preparation process.
Step 1e) Patience1:00
Familiarize yourself with why it's so important to be patient.

Step 2 Overview0:40
Step 2a) Before You Dive In4:12
Learn ways to tackle the various tasks shared throughout this course.
Step 2b) Technology4:19
Understand how you can use technology to your favor.
Step 2c) Safety Tips7:31
Practicing safety is very important. Tune in here for ideas on how you can be safe.
Step 2d) Household Finances4:03
Understanding your household finances will help you better strategize and plan.
Step 2e) Financial Assets & Income5:59
Get familiar with all of your marital assets – know what to look for and why.
Step 2f) Retirement Funds & Investments2:39
Familiarize yourself with what retirement accounts and investments to research.
Step 2g) Insurance7:59
Learn about the various insurance policies and coverage levels, and why they are important in this process.
Step 2h) Personal Property Assets7:48
Familiarize yourself with all of the marital assets so you can see more of the big picture.
Step 2i) Debts & Loans3:21
Researching all of your debts and loans will help you have a more balanced picture of the overall marital net worth.
Step 2j) Personal Property Inventory7:14
Having an account of all of your material possessions will help as you determine what you'll need to take along.

Step 3 Overview0:45
Step 3a) Where You Are Now4:03
It's time to check-in with where you're at and how to get support.
Step 3b) Build Your Support Network7:31
Understand who you can trust and how to find those individuals.
Step 3c) Leaving vs Staying in Your Home3:14
Discover the pro's and con's of leaving versus staying in your home.
Step 3d) When to Leave2:28
Identify when the best times might be for you to safely leave.
Step 3e) Job Status & Income3:22
Assess your current job situation to help you determine what makes the most sense to do.
Step 3f) Continuing Education4:34
Discover if (or when) continuing your education would be beneficial.
Step 3g) Medical & Dental Procedures4:17
Understand the importance of looking ahead to medical, dental, and orthodontist treatments.
Step 3h) Identifying Personal Property2:38
Start to identify those items you wish to take when you leave.
Step 3i) Your Vehicle Status4:03
Understand what to do to ensure you have reliable transportation.
Step 3j) Managing Everything1:00
Tune in here for help to your sanity as you go through this course.

Step 4 Overview0:21
J2F - Step 4a) Understanding Your Rights (Getting Started)0:34
Learn how to shift your perspective so you can stay focused through this process.
J2F- Step 4b) Bank Account & Credit Card3:57
Learn the importance of having your own bank accounts & how you can go about getting your own.
J2F - Step 4c) Payroll Direct Deposit1:34
Get familiar with how to manage your payroll deposits.
J2f - Step 4d) Safe Storage Options3:16
Identify safe places to store important information and paperwork.
J2F - Step 4e) Cell Phone3:56
Learn how to utilize your current cell phone or how to secure a new one.
J2F - Step 4f) Retirement Plans & Contributions3:34
Learn how to manage your retirement during this process.
J2F - Step 4g) Research & Interview Attorneys5:33
Get acquainted with how to research & secure the best divorce attorney.
J2F - Step 4h) Lining Up Your Options0:59
Review the actions steps for this section/lesson.

Step 5 Overview0:41
Step 5a) Staying On Course1:15
Learn how to stay focused so you can plan a safe exit.
Step 5b) Scouting for Rentals3:25
Look at the options for where you can move to & identify what will fit best with your future needs.
Step 5c) Changing Childcare Providers3:16
If you have daycare-age kids, you'll want to tune into this video to help you determine if a change will be beneficial.
Step 5d) Changing Schools2:23
Consider if changing schools for your kids makes sense with your future goal.
Step 5e) Selecting Items to Take Along5:15
Identify those personal items you will need to take along when you leave.
Step 5f) Letting Go of Attachments5:15
Understand the importance of, and how to, let go of those things we've become so attached to.
Step 5g) Pick Your Moving Date1:49
Understand how to select the best date for your departure.
Step 5h) Select Your Future Home4:39
Learn how to research & select your future new home.
Step 5i) Lining Up Movers4:57
Understand the benefits of researching & arranging for movers.
Step 5j) Childcare for Moving Day2:33
Evaluate the need for arranging child care on moving day.
Step 5k) Plan for Week After Your Move4:29
Understand the importance of also planning ahead for the time frame immediately after your move.
Step 5L) Safety Tips with Your Move5:17
Familiarize yourself with additional safety measures you should consider to help protect yourself before, during & after your move.

Step 6 Overview0:38
Step 6a) Letting Go3:03
Learn how to stay grounded in who you are so you can accomplish your goals.
Step 6b) Division of Friendships6:33
Understand how to handle potential relationship losses of friends or acquaintances.
Step 6c) When to Tell Your Kids7:58
Decide when the best time will be to tell your kids.
Step 6d) Further Down the Path5:12
Understand where your feelings & mindset are at in comparison to your STBX.
Step 6e) Distortion Campaign5:35
Learn what a distortion campaign can look like & how to effectively handle it.
Step 6f) Managing Your Fear1:16
Learn how to keep moving forward, even if you feel scared.

Step 7 Overview0:28
Step 7a) It's GO Time1:40
Learn how to plan out moving day so you can best manage this big day.
Step 7b) Go Dark on Social Media3:04
Understand how to keep this day secret.
Step 7c) Getting Started8:32
Learn what supplies you will need for moving day & the most successful way to do a "load & go" move.
Step 7d) Packing Crew & Movers (part 1)11:26
Understand how to have the most efficient moving day & what tasks to assign to your helpers.
Step 7d) Packing Crew & Movers (part 2)4:21
Part 2 of 2 – Understand how to have the most efficient moving day & what tasks to assign to your helpers.
Step 7e) Final Details & Saying Good-bye to Your Home4:39
Understand how & what condition to leave your home.
Step 7f) Getting Settled into Your New Home8:27
Learn how to prep your future home for moving day & how to quickly get settled in.
Step 7g) Talking with Your Kids4:52
Consider what you plan to tell your children & how to manage their potential reactions.
Step 7h) Additional Safety Tips11:04
Learn additional tips you will want to consider to help keep you safe before, during & after the move.

Next Steps a) Legal Journey to Freedom1:49
Learn how to shift your perspective so you can effectively manage your divorce process.
Next Steps b) Working with Your Attorney11:33
Understand what paperwork you will need to complete for your attorney & how to most effectively work with your attorney.
Next Steps c) Initial Pre-Trial Hearing6:06
Learn about this initial court hearing & what to expect.
Next Steps d) Handling Kid Expenses5:11
Familiarize yourself with how to handle & manage expenses for your children during & after the divorce process.
Next Steps e) Communicating with STBX9:56
Understand how to protect yourself emotionally during communications with your STBX.
Next Steps f) Handling Child Exchanges5:45
Learn which child exchange locations will provide the best safety for you & your kids.
Next Steps g) Mediation6:38
Understand about mediation and its intended purpose.
Next Steps h) Custody Study14:52
Learn what a custody study entails, the terminology used by the court, & what to expect if a GAL is appointed.
Next Steps i) Investigation Phase8:07
Understand this vital phase of the divorce process & what additional requirements may be determined by the court.
Next Steps j) Negotiation Phase7:13
Understand what aspects fall into this phase of the divorce process & identify what items you're open to negotiate.
Next Steps k) Using Bargaining Chips3:26
Learn ways you can use various "bargaining chips" to negotiate for more of what you want.
Next Steps L) Final Divorce Hearing3:31
Understand what the final divorce hearing entails & how to best handle yourself during this final court hearing.

Requirements

No prerequisites

Description

NO MORE SPINNING YOUR WHEELS TRYING TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO LEAVE YOUR ABUSIVE SPOUSE

Have you ever wished you had the perfect guide containing step-by-step information to help you carefully plan a swift and safe departure from your emotionally abusive husband and help you prepare for getting a divorce – at the same time? Here it is!

In Journey to Freedom, relationship coach and author Jodi Schuelke combines detailed practical information with her personal experiences, and the lessons she learned from strategically planning an exit (along with her children) from her emotionally abusive first marriage.

Journey to Freedom walks you through providing pre-departure and pre-divorce planning with details about what to do, when to do it, how to do it, why it's important, and what to avoid. You will also learn how to protect yourself financially so you don't have to walk away feeling penniless or with only the clothes on your back,

Jodi will support you and travel beside you on your journey to liberation using her practical 7-step FREEDOM Framework (TM) process.

You'll go from feeling trapped and frozen in fear to feeling empowered and able to take careful and effective action to change your future – and your kids future – for the better!

By the end of this course you will have the tools you need to plan your safe, smart, and swift departure, and navigate through the divorce process.

Who this course is for:

Women and men

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Introduction2 lectures • 5min

Getting Started6 lectures • 29min

Step 1: Free Your Mind6 lectures • 17min

Step 2: Research & Documentation11 lectures • 56min

Step 3: Evaluate Your Current Situation11 lectures • 38min

Step 4: Exercise Your Rights9 lectures • 24min

Step 5: Design Your Exit13 lectures • 45min

Step 6: Prepare for Opposition7 lectures • 30min

Step 7: Make Your Move10 lectures • 59min

Next Steps: The Divorce Process12 lectures • 1hr 24min

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