The Fog, the Breaking, and the Becoming: What I Learned About Starting Over at Midlife

Leslie Mathews

Published on: 07/03/2026

Feeling lost in your 40s? Leslie's journey from fog to clarity reveals why midlife isn't decline. It's actually transformation. Learn the signs you're ready to rebuild your life.

signs you need relationship coachinghow to start over after divorceovercoming fear of being aloneovercoming midlife crisismidlife crisismindset shifts for starting overself-care during relationship transitionmindfulness for better relationships

People-Pleasing, Perfectionism & Parental Burnout: How to Feel Present Again

Leslie Mathews

Published on: 12/02/2026

Struggling with parental burnout? Discover why old patterns keep you stuck and learn gentle shifts that bring you back to joy, presence, and authenticity.

parental burnoutburnout in parentsparenting burnoutoverwhelmed parentsperfectionism in parentingpeople pleasing in parentingwhy parenting feels so hardsigns of parental burnouthow to stop yelling at your kidshow trauma affects parenting

To Podcast or Not? A Guide for Therapists and Coaches

Leslie Mathews

Published on: 12/02/2026

Should therapists and coaches start a podcast? Learn the benefits, challenges, and practical steps to launch a podcast that grows your practice authentically.

podcasting for therapistspodcasting for coachesshould therapists start a podcastpodcast marketing for therapistsstarting a podcasttherapist marketing ideasis podcasting worth itbenefits of podcasting

Therapy vs. Coaching: Understanding the Path That's Right for You

Leslie Mathews

Published on: 12/02/2026

Wondering if you need therapy or coaching during divorce? Learn the key differences and discover which path supports your healing journey. Compassionate guidance for women in transition.

therapy vs coaching for divorcetherapist vs coach differencesdivorce therapy vs divorce coachingshould I get a therapist or a coachmental health support during divorcedifference between therapy and coachingemotional support during divorce

Hi, I'm Leslie Mathews!

Licensed Therapist (MSW), EMDR Practitioner, Divorce Coach, Former Attorney, and host of Pulling Threads. She's walked this exact six weeks herself, and built this cohort to be the thing she wishes she'd had.

You Deserve to Feel at Peace Again. Whatever transition you’re facing: divorce, a breakup, or a new chapter in life, support is here. You don’t have to do it alone.

Find Your Way Around

Follow along

You Deserve to Feel at Peace Again. Whatever transition you’re facing — divorce, a breakup, or a new chapter in life — support is here. You don’t have to do it alone.

Find Your Way Around