3 Things Children of Divorce Need
Divorce is hard on everyone in a family, and parents might watch their children closely for signs of turmoil. Are the kids spending time with new friends? Are their grades falling? Are they exhibiting...
View Article10 Important Facts About Divorce
Even if you think you’re familiar with divorce, this tumultuous time in your life can be very challenging. Several experienced divorcees share what they wish they had known prior to getting divorced....
View ArticleStepping it up as the Step Parent
How many books and articles have been written about the importance of parents who are divorced maintain an amicable relationship for the sake of their children? I Just googled the topic and had...
View Article3 Keys to Life After Divorce
Divorce can leave you feeling down and dazed, wondering what happened and how you can possibly move on. While it might seem impossible in the beginning, you will eventually find your footing and take...
View ArticleKeeping the House After Your Divorce, Part 2
There can be some very good reasons to keep the marital home after your divorce. For instance, you might want to allow your kids to finish their schooling in that area. Or providing stability for the...
View ArticleDivorced? Think Before Badmouthing Your Ex
3 Things to Consider If your divorced, this will help not only your kids but you as well. Dealing with a difficult ex can multiply the struggles of divorce by tenfold. At times, the stress can turn...
View ArticleDivorce, The Tipping Point
11 Reasons…. According to Malcom Gladwell’s book with the same title, “The Tipping Point is that magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior crosses a threshold, tips, and spreads like...
View ArticleA Divorced Father’s Positive Effects on His Children
While it’s easy to dwell on the negative side effects of divorce, Father’s Day is a time to reflect on positive effects a father has on children of divorce. Fathers are one of the two most important...
View ArticleDivorce Doesn’t Make You………
We live in a culture that prizes marriage and despises divorce. As a result, those who choose to evolve their families through the process of separation are often faced with a heavy dose of guilt and...
View ArticleChildren of Divorce, One Home to Two
One of the most important parts of the divorce process is figuring out how you and your ex will change your relationship to co-parents of your children. What used to be called “custody” and...
View ArticleChildren’s Bill of Rights in Divorce
One of the greatest worries parents of divorce experience is how their children will handle their new family structure. Parents can unwittingly get so wrapped up in their own emotions that they lose...
View ArticleWedding or Divorce.. Just Another Day…….
Each day consists of 24 hours, 1,440 minutes, 86,400 seconds. Some days seem to fly by and others drag on…and on. How time flies depends on what you’re doing on that particular day. At the end of the...
View Article6 Choices, How to Divorce
When faced with divorce, whether you’re leaving, have been left or decided mutually to end the marriage, you have OPTIONS! Divorce doesn’t have to be a personalized repeat of Kramer v Kramer or War of...
View Article7 Tips on Preparing for Divorce Mediation
My job, as a divorce mediator, is to help people come to resolution about parenting, child and spousal support, and dividing their assets. As you can imagine, these conversations can become quite...
View ArticleDivorce Negotiations,Don’t Let Emotions Take Over
Divorce negotiations are treacherous territory. Not only are partners faced with lack of legal knowledge and disagreement about what entails a “fair” agreement, but they are also confronted with waves...
View ArticleNewly Divorced or Separated this Holiday Season?
How to Survive and Thrive Recommendations overflow during the holiday season for people who are separated, divorced, without family. There are a few good ones and most that leave you feeling flat....
View ArticleAttending to Your Children’s Feelings During Divorce
“My Life Is Falling Apart…” Justin threw his backpack into the car, and settled into the front seat in a subdued heap. I was picking him up from his friend’s house just before the dinner hour. His...
View ArticleDivorce and Dollar$, Be Educated
I recently spoke to a client preparing to divorce who confided that her husband came from a wealthy family, that she had been out of the workforce raising the kids, and he had always paid their...
View ArticleDivorce…Go to Court, It Will Get Ugly
During an episode of The Affair, Helen, the STBX of Noah, says during a mediation session with an attorney, “If we go to court, it will get ugly. And we’re not ugly people.” As a divorce coach, I do...
View Article5 Questions To Ask Before Divorce
Make an informed decision about divorce. Think thoroughly and carefully through the following questions: What is the nature of my marital problems, and have I done all I can to address them with my...
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