50 50 Chance of Survival with Marianne White

Feb 18

In this episode, Carrie welcomes Marianne White, a contributing author to Beautiful Chaos: Embracing the Unexpected from the Lighthouse Series. Marianne first shared her raw and emotional journey through divorce in Volume 1—now, in her second chapter, she shifts the focus to what she wishes she had known about this massive step, hoping to support other women contemplating the same option.

With divorce statistics painting a stark reality, Marianne challenges the stigma surrounding it. She isn’t pro-divorce, but she is pro-truth—and for some, divorce is the right choice. She opens up about the struggles, from career impacts to financial impacts, while also sharing the empowering realization that divorce isn't an ending—it’s a new beginning.

Carrie and Marianne discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy co-parenting relationship, why the phrase “broken home” couldn’t be further from her reality, and why prioritizing her own social and emotional well-being ultimately helped her children thrive. If you or someone you know is contemplating divorce, this conversation is a must-listen. You are not alone. Your story isn’t over. It’s just beginning.