Episode 35

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15th Apr 2025

Heartache to Advocacy: Beverly Willett's Journey Through Divorce and the Power of Marriage

Join us on Cinderella Chats as we embark on the exploration of life, love, and relationships with our guest Beverly Willett, an entertainment attorney, writer, and author with an extraordinary life journey. Beverly shares her experiences growing up in a small Maryland town as the granddaughter of a Southern Baptist minister, witnessing the strength of family bonds and the rarity of divorce in her community. Her path took an unexpected turn when she moved to New York City, where she fell in love, married, and eventually faced a challenging and prolonged divorce. Beverly's story is one of resilience, as she navigated single motherhood and emerged as a passionate advocate for marriage and divorce reform.

Listen in as we discuss the complexities of marriage and modern relationships, reflecting on how cultural narratives, like the Cinderella fairy tale, shape our expectations of finding a perfect partner. We address the contrast between romantic ideals and the realities of relationships that require effort and resilience. We also examine the impact of modern work ethics and instant gratification on personal and professional lives, among men and women today emphasizing the need to confront hardships head-on for personal growth and wisdom.

We conclude with an exploration of marriage's role in personal and societal well-being. The conversation underscores the importance of commitment, the generational healing potential of marriage, and the significance of role models for young couples. Through candid discussions on the pain of divorce, family dynamics, and the benefits of marriage, we aim to inspire a culture that values enduring partnerships, marriages that last a lifetime. We invite you to join our conversation and share your thoughts on life, love, and relationships with us.  Call 918.200.9364 to leave a comment or a question.

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Cinderella Chats
It’s REAL Life. REAL Love. REAL Relationships.
Woman-to-Woman conversations. Cinderella Field, chats with her friend and co-host, Sandy Hunter as they share openly and spill the tea about the challenges, unexpected life events and life lessons learned while trying hard to get it right in today’s crazy, chaotic mixed-up world.
It’s a collection of LIFE LESSONS learned the HEART way.
Single life, career, faith, dating. marriage, mom life, divorce, politics and more…
Sharing truth-telling, eye-opening, thought-provoking insight every Tuesday.
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