Sip on This: All’s Not Fair in Divorce: Can You Split Without Destruction? (NJ Mediation Expert Jann Bate Catto)

All’s not fair in divorce—but it doesn’t have to be destructive. NJ divorce mediator Jann Bate Catto (TLC Mediation) shares how mediation can protect your peace, your wallet, and your future—plus when mediation isn’t the right choice.

Guest: Jann Bate Catto, TLC Mediation (NJ)

What we cover:

• Why divorce is emotionally painful—but doesn’t have to be financially brutal

• How mediation keeps decisions in the family (not in a judge’s hands)

• The “hidden” money mistakes people make (like fighting to keep a house they can’t afford)

• Why mediation is often low-risk to try first vs. litigation retainers

• When mediation is not appropriate (ex: domestic violence safety concerns)

• How emotions + money drive conflict—and what to do about it

• Post-divorce reality: work expectations, rebuilding income, and moving forward

Guest info (as mentioned in episode):
TLC Mediation (New Jersey) — Offices in Red Bank & Wyckoff
Email: jann@tlcmediation.com
Phone: 201-201-4001

https://tlcmediation.com/

Host: Deirdre Haggerty — Certified Career, Life & Relationship Coach
More support + resources: coachingwithmsd.com

Chapters (optional — add timestamps once uploaded):
00:00 All’s Not Fair in Divorce (opening + Hulu hook)
02:xx Can divorce happen without destruction?
04:xx Biggest misconception about divorce + why mediation works
08:xx Emotions + money: the real drivers of conflict
12:xx The house problem: “Do you actually want this if you see the numbers?”
18:xx Holiday stress + January divorce surge
22:xx Why every couple should try mediation first (low risk)
26:xx When mediation isn’t appropriate (safety)
30:xx Rebuilding work life after divorce
34:xx Reassurance + first step for overwhelmed listeners
38:xx Final takeaways + where to find Jann

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