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Jul 13
44m 22s

My Husband Left Me 6 Months After Having...

Victoria Devine
About this episode

Ever felt like your whole life got flipped without warning? Like one minute you're managing work, babies, bills... and the next, everything's on fire? This week's Money Diary is for anyone who's had to start over when they really, really didn’t plan to. The same week our diarist returned to work after maternity leave, her husband left (over text!!!) for another woman, leaving her with six-month-old twins and half of their $50K in debt. But after all that heartbreak, what follows is the kind of ending that makes you think: "That breakup? Honestly, best thing that ever happened to you." We're talking career glow-ups, investing wins, serious boundary-setting, and a new partner who proves the good ones do exist. This one’s for anyone who needs a little reminder that your worst moment might just be your turning point.

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