There was once a time when people assumed that those who remained married for the first few years after a wedding would likely stay married for the rest of their lives. However, divorces later in life and after decades of marriage have become more common in recent...
Divorce
3 ways to psychologically prepare for your divorce
You probably don’t need anyone telling you how hard divorce is on your mental health. Even those who want to divorce more than anything are often surprised by the magnitude of their emotional responses. You could feel a range of unanticipated emotions like sorrow and...
When is a contested divorce necessary?
When going through a divorce, you can choose the contested or uncontested option. An uncontested divorce is renowned for being more manageable. Since couples agree on crucial matters, they don't need to go to court for orders, and it takes a short time. This is the...
3 myths surrounding divorce
Divorce has different myths that people debunk when they go through the process. Not everything you've heard about divorce is true. Besides, divorce cases are unique – one couple's experience may be different from another's. Thus, if you and your spouse have agreed to...
3 things you should avoid doing in the middle of a divorce
Divorce is often an emotional process. Even under the best circumstances, there are certain aspects of the divorce process that are going to be difficult. During this time, you may feel the temptation to revenge. However, doing this would be a bad idea. Although there...
3 signs your spouse may be about to file for divorce
If you suspect that your spouse is considering divorce, it’s time to discreetly start exploring your legal options. People act differently when they feel their marriage is beyond repair and your instincts may ultimately be correct, so it’s best to be prepared. Men, in...
Your divorce doesn’t have to be an adverse childhood experience
As a responsible parent, you’ve probably heard the term “adverse childhood experiences,” or ACEs. These are approximately ten (depending on what list you look at) experiences that can cause toxic stress in children that contributes to emotional, social and even...
2 tips for talking with your children about your divorce
Aside from you, your children will be the people most affected by your divorce. Hence it is only fair that they are among the first to know that you’ve made the decision to end your marriage. Breaking the news will obviously be traumatic for them, so take some time...
4 questions you may have about divorce
Divorce is something many people don’t want to have. Yet, whether it’s because there’s constant arguing, spousal abuse, parenting method conflicts or it, simply, it was the wrong time, many people get divorced. However, it can be hard to commit to the idea that...
What to know about using social media during your divorce
Social media offers many benefits. It helps you connect with family and friends, even if they are far away. Unfortunately, during a divorce, social media can be quite damaging and increase the stress of this situation. If you plan to use social media during your...