Before my marriage ended, I moved through the world with the assumption that I’d always be with my husband. I didn’t really entertain the thought of being single again; it wasn’t part of my reality. Now, my marriage is unexpectedly over and my newly single life has begun. I’ve had to regroup, rethink, and revise […]
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5 Tips to Move Forward After Infidelity and Divorce
By Vicki Vollweiler, Certified Divorce Coach As a divorce coach, I hear one story over and over: infidelity. The person who stepped out on the marriage can be either male or female. In all cases, it seems, one person is left alone… distraught, confused, and scared about the future. One partner is left to wonder, […]
Divorce Stress: How to Identify and Manage It
During the Olympics, one of the female gymnasts was asked how she handles pressure and stress. She said that she doesn’t view pressure to perform as a negative but has labeled it in her mind to be viewed as excitement. This is not a far stretch since stress can be good as well as bad. […]
Make Your Dreams Come True, Not Your Fears!
On Christmas Day, I read an article by Arianna Jeret titled “How to Make Your Divorce as Expensive as Possible” and found it to be extremely accurate. Ms. Jeret starts out by advising people of the obvious fact that two households cost more to support than one. In fact, according to Andrew Hoffman, a Certified […]
3 New Year’s Resolutions for Recently Divorced Parents
As a recently divorced parent, make your New Year’s resolutions about self-care and becoming a better co-parent for your children.
Top 5 Breakup Movies of All Time
As New Year’s quickly approaches, some may be feeling down about their loves lost over the years. It’s essential to your overall wellbeing that you continue to laugh and entertain yourself. As the great Charlie Chaplin once said, “To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain and play with it.” And as […]
9 New Year’s Resolutions for the Newly Divorced
The New Year is a perfect time to reassess the previous year and set new goals. These resolutions are not to eat better or drink less; these will help you become the person you deserve to be. A divorce can rock your self-esteem and entire worldview. But, if you’re diligent, you can turn this difficult […]
Divorce During the Holidays: 3 Survival Tips For Your Separation
Going through a divorce during the holidays can turn a joyous time into a stressful experience. Follow these 3 tips to help get you through it.
Impact of Substance Abuse And Addiction On Parent-Child Relationships
When substance abuse becomes an issue after divorce, there are several things the addicted parent and non-addicted parent must keep in mind.
Top 10 Post-Divorce Holiday Survival Tips
The holidays can be an extremely difficult time when you’re also dealing with divorce or separation. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with the stress of trying to maintain a happy facade while surrounded by painful triggers. But there are some strategies to help you find some joy during a challenging transition. Here are ten divorce […]
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