Should I Stay or Should I Go?” — Navigating One of Life’s Biggest Decisions

Written By Nanette Murphy

It’s a question that keeps many women awake at night — especially those who have spent decades in a marriage that no longer feels like home.

If you’re reading this, you might be standing at that emotional crossroads. You’ve built a life, raised a family, shared dreams, and now you find yourself wondering: Is this really it?

You may not even be sure what you want — you know that something has to change. You’re not happy, but the idea of divorce feels terrifying. And because you’ve never been through it before, it feels like you’re fumbling in the dark.

Let me tell you this: you’re not alone, and there is no “right” answer that fits everyone.

As a woman who has been there, I understand how deeply personal and complex this decision is. Leaving a marriage isn’t just about ending a relationship — it’s about questioning your identity, your security, and your sense of belonging. Staying, on the other hand, can sometimes feel like giving up on yourself.

That’s why this moment isn’t just about choosing whether to leave — it’s about rediscovering who you are and what truly brings you joy.

As a Divorce and Life Reinvention Coach, I work with women over 40 who are ready to explore that question with compassion, clarity, and courage. Together, we create a space where you can:

  • Understand what’s truly behind your unhappiness

  • Gain knowledge about divorce — emotionally, legally, and practically — so it feels less scary

  • Reconnect with your identity outside of the marriage

  • Build confidence to move forward, whatever that looks like

Some of my clients choose to stay and rebuild their marriages from a place of self-awareness and strength. Others decide to step into a new chapter with grace and courage.

Either way, the goal is the same: to help you reclaim your happiness and live life on your terms.

If you’re standing at this crossroads, please know that you don’t have to do it alone.

Reach out to me at nmurphy.livelifenow@gmail.com — even if you’re thinking about it. Sometimes the first step toward clarity is simply having a safe space to talk.

Your next chapter starts with one honest conversation.

knowledge is Power

Nanette Murphy

I help women heal, reclaim their power and step boldly into a new life.

To assist them as they navigate this transition;turning this challenging time into an opportunity so they can experience growth and empowerment.

As a Life Reinvention Coach for Divorced Women, I provide something beyond traditional therapy, and it’s the support most divorced women desperately need. Divorce can shatter your sense of self, leaving you feeling disconnected, doubting your worth, and uncertain about your future. Many women attempt to push through on their own, often relying solely on willpower and sheer determination. But without true healing and the right guidance, they fall into familiar traps, repeating patterns and feeling stuck, only to end up right back where they started.

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