Divorce is a roller-coaster. Highs. Lows. Fears. Anxieties. Hopes for a better future.
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Even happy marriages are difficult. There isn’t a married couple out there immune to the many problems, disagreements, and hurt feelings that creep up in a marriage. We often wonder what life would be like on the other side. Many couples have used a trial separation to help decide if getting divorced is the right decision for them. But, is separating the right method for you?
Divorce is almost never an easy thing, regardless of who initiated it. Even in a “friendly” divorce there are still a lot of things to hash out, and one of the things that is easy to overlook is how a divorce will effect a women’s financial situation after retirement.
Parents who are divorced or separated can have quite a challenge when planning out their child’s summer vacation schedule. Especially between two different sets of households and schedules, it’s important to keep in mind that this does not have to be stressful! Here are four summer vacation survival tips for divorced or separated parents.
If you’re ready to end your relationship, there are some things to consider to be sure you are making the right decision. Obviously, if you are not living your best life with your partner, you know something is wrong.
Feeling resistant to this idea? You’re not alone. Many divorced moms feel uncomfortable with the idea of taking time for themselves every day. Excuses such as lack of space, time or energy are common. The truth is resistance to this is really about not valuing yourself or prioritizing for your own well-being. That just won’t do if you want to have a happy and healthy life after divorce!
Our expert guest blogger and therapist, Erika Myers, shares her helpful advice with us on how to maintain your relationship with your children post divorce. Learn what steps to take to ensure you continue to provide a healthy environment where you can nurture your children.
A broken heart is a terrible thing. It is, undoubtedly, one of the worst feelings in life! When you’re in it, time becomes painfully slow and all you want is to get to ‘the other side’ where there is peace and well-being – where you can look back on your relationship with healthy detachment so that you may keep the treasured memories, learn the needed lessons, and open up again for an even better love.
If you are contemplating or currently going through a separation or divorce, money is probably one of your greatest concerns. Even if you were not the spouse responsible for the finances in your marriage – money, assets, debts and liabilities are probably now at the top of your mind.
As mothers we want to raise boys that are both caring and nurturing, as well as strong and courageous. We realize the importance of respect and want nothing less than that for our sons. But, how do we instill all these qualities into our boys without a father figure in the household?