How to empower yourself after a breakup with Zemar Dajani

In this episode Kate is joined by Zemar Dajani to discuss how to empower yourself after a breakup.

Released: 17 August 2021
Updated: 1 April 2025
34 MIN
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Emotional journey

In this episode Kate is joined by Zemar Dajani to discuss how to empower yourself after a breakup.

About the episode:

Kate and Zemar discuss the emotional journey of the breakup and how it impacts your life afterwards in this truly empowering episode.

Please note: this episode was recorded before the introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales, and may mention the previous legal system. For accurate information on the legal process of divorce, please visit amicable.co.uk

About our guests:

Zemar Dajani is a proud mum of two girls, Dania and Yasmina, who are from two different marriages in two different countries. Zemar’s first marriage in Jordan was very difficult, after her first divorce she re-invented herself and decided to go to law school. Since qualifying, Zemar has been working as a Commercial Solicitor in London for over 15 years and is also an accredited breakup and divorce coach practitioner.

Zemar’s book "From Breakup to Empowerment" is a guidebook on divorce to provide helpful tips for any person embarking on a divorce in England or America. The book tackles the various steps which may ease the divorce process; it covers topics such as: finances, emotional issues, child custody and maintenance as well as how to start a new life post-divorce.

More resources:

Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert through the amicable website.

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