Based upon my own journey through divorce, book research and work as a therapist, I say with certainty that those who are separated often crave validation and companionship to stave off loneliness. They often desire affection – especially after cold marriages without it – and sometimes, they desire just that…desire. These feelings are completely normal, but what […]
Coping with Divorce
6 Tips for Divorcing During the Holidays
Issues surrounding divorce are difficult enough at any time of the year and only intensify during the holidays. It’s like a cosmic collision of high-stress and ultra-stress, with you in the middle. If your divorce is in process and the holidays won’t wait – and they won’t – here are six helpful tips for getting through […]
What Do Halloween and Divorce Have in Common?
The ancients saw Halloween as the portal to a new “season.” As you move through divorce, you are also transitioning from one kind of life to another. So, what do Halloween and divorce have in common? Boundaries shifting, uncertainties appearing, sacrifices being made, and identity shifts occurring.
5 Tips For Making It Through the Holidays As A Single Parent
Get some tips on how to get through the holidays as a single parent, to help defeat feelings of loneliness, anxiety and depression.
How to Transmute Anger into Gold During and After Divorce
An intense emotional response, anger is a normal emotion that involves a strong uncomfortable and emotional response to a perceived provocation. Is your divorce-related anger healthy or unhealthy?
5 Tips for Preparing for Your First Winter Vacation after Divorce
Taking a winter vacation after divorce is a great way to heal and begin your new life. Follow these five tips to make the most of your holiday travels.
Dealing with a Bullying Partner During Your Divorce
Within the context of a marriage, bullying can take many forms. Verbal or physical abuse and violence are common forms of bullying that come under the umbrella of domestic violence. Less familiar is the concept of the divorce bully—often a partner who hasn’t previously displayed bullying behavior, but who during the course of a divorce […]
5 Facts About Divorcing a Narcissistic Psychopath
First of all, if you are divorcing a Narcissist, a Psychopath, or a Narcissistic Psychopath, keep your expectations low! Most people hear the word “psychopath” or “sociopath” and immediately think of a serial killer, callous criminal, violent rapist, or someone who’s completely deranged. (Learn the difference between a sociopath and psychopath here.) Much like autism, […]
Separated and Scared Straight: Face Your Divorce Fears This Halloween
Halloween aside, getting separated can be scary. Learning how to handle your divorce fears is an important part of having a promising and healthy future.
3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays When Your Parents Divorce
Dealing with a parent’s divorce can be frustrating, especially during Thanksgiving dinners and Christmas mornings. Here are tips for surviving the holidays.
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