Glass half-full: Libby Brodie on how divorce made her a better person

Separation and a complete career change at the same time – sound overwhelming? For Libby Brodie, it was the start of something unexpected.

Kate is joined by Libby Brodie, celebrated columnist and founder of Bacchus and Brodie wine consultancy, to hear her story of navigating a marriage breakdown during lockdown – while simultaneously rebuilding her career from the ground up.

We talk about:

• How Libby navigated separation and job loss at the same time 
• The stories we tell ourselves – and why letting go of them can help you grow
• How two happy homes can be the best thing for your children
• Libby's tips for the trickiest parts of divorce - finances, co-parenting and communication  This episode is for anyone going through a difficult chapter who needs a reminder that it's possible to come out the other side – not just okay, but genuinely thriving.

Meet Libby Brodie

Libby Brodie is an industry-renowned wine expert, celebrated columnist and founder of Bacchus & Brodie wine consultancy. As City AM's dedicated wine columnist, she's built a reputation as one of the UK's brightest female wine talents – contributing to Condé Nast Traveller, The Independent, Cosmopolitan and more.

Before wine, Libby was an award-winning theatre and film producer. When the pandemic closed every show overnight, she pivoted into the wine world – passing her Wine and Spirits Education Trust qualification with Distinction in just six months.

You can get in touch with Libby on Instagram and you can learn more about her work on Bacchus & Brodie website. You can also hear Libby talk about all things wine and wellbeing on her podcast ‘The Inner Table; The Art of Living Well’.

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