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Journal Day 5: How am I the Villain?

July 22, 2025 • Valeska Bacon | Divorce Prep • Season 1 • Episode 6

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Journal Day 5: How am I the villain?

[Reflecting on Divorce: Raw Journal Entries and Personal Truths]

In this episode of Divorce Dividends, Valeska shares deeply personal journal entries from October 2020, detailing her emotional experiences during her divorce. She opens up about the stress of asset negotiations, the emotional burden on her children, and the challenges of maintaining her sanity. Valeska also highlights the transformative impact of Byron Katie's book 'Loving What Is' on her journey. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and processing one's own truth, while offering support and resources for listeners navigating similar experiences.

02:22 JOURNAL 10/15/2020
02:46 JOURNAL 10/16/2020
04:02 BYRON KATIE "INTERLUDE"
04:44 JOURNAL 10/17/202
05:46 EXPLANATION

Byron Katie's book Loving What is

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