Thirty years ago, it would have been unthinkable. No one had a divorce party. People wouldn’t dream of celebrating their divorce – even if getting a divorce was the best thing that ever happened to them. Divorce was something you were ashamed of. It’s not something that anyone wanted to … Read more about Should You Have a Divorce Party to Celebrate Your Divorce?
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21 Tips for Co-Parenting with a Narcissist
Co-parenting with a narcissist is qualitatively different than co-parenting with any other person on the planet. It’s terrifying, infuriating, and humiliating … and that’s on a good day! The worst part is that once you’ve had children with a narcissist, you’re going to have to parent with a … Read more about 21 Tips for Co-Parenting with a Narcissist
Everything You Need to Know About Your Divorce Decree BEFORE You Sign It!
If you're going through a divorce, you know you need a divorce decree. You know it's an important document. But there are so many documents involved in divorce. You may not be entirely sure what a divorce decree is, or what should be in it. Yet, because your divorce decree IS so important, it's … Read more about Everything You Need to Know About Your Divorce Decree BEFORE You Sign It!
Creating Your New Life After Divorce: 10 Tips for Starting Over
Your divorce is over. You’ve separated your finances and divided the furniture. You are officially done with lawyers and judges and the whole divorce system. You know that it’s time to let go of the past and start your new life after divorce. But at this point, you have no idea how! The Usual … Read more about Creating Your New Life After Divorce: 10 Tips for Starting Over
How to Be Grateful Even When You’re Divorcing!
You know you “should” feel it. Everyone from scientists, to psychologists, to the most popular self-help gurus, touts the benefits of practicing gratitude. Yet, when you’re in the middle of (or trying to recover from!) a bad divorce, you’re not usually sitting around counting your blessings! Sure, … Read more about How to Be Grateful Even When You’re Divorcing!
How To Heal a Broken Heart (Real World Tips to Help You Deal)
Few things in life are more painful than dealing with the loss of a love. Whether that loss came through death, divorce, or “just” a breakup, the searing pain of a broken heart can take down even the strongest person. Heartbreak is the ultimate equalizer. When you’re the one who’s crumpled on … Read more about How To Heal a Broken Heart (Real World Tips to Help You Deal)
Top 10 Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2017
Maybe you’re just starting to think about divorce. Or, maybe you’re in the middle of your divorce, but you’ve been so busy that you missed some blog posts that could help you a ton! Or maybe you’re a divorce professional just scoping for good stuff. No matter who you are, if you’re looking for my … Read more about Top 10 Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2017
Top 10 Unusual Divorce Gifts for Your Divorcing Friend (or You!)
Divorce can be awkward. When your friend tells you that s/he just got divorced, you can never be sure whether you’re supposed to say, “I’m sorry,” or “Congratulations!” Divorce gifts are no better. Divorce gifts can be funny, sensitive, crude or cringe-worthy! Sending a divorce gift to someone … Read more about Top 10 Unusual Divorce Gifts for Your Divorcing Friend (or You!)
My Divorce is Final, Now What?!! Your Post-Divorce Checklist
The papers have been signed. The judgment has been entered. Your divorce is final. Now what? Your Divorce May be Final, But You’re Not Done! Going through a divorce is exhausting on every level. The day your divorce is finally over, you just want to put it behind you. That’s … Read more about My Divorce is Final, Now What?!! Your Post-Divorce Checklist
Dating During Divorce: 7 Reasons NOT to Go There!
Dating during divorce. It’s so tempting! With all the hell you are going through with your spouse, you’re probably feeling stressed out, unloved, and definitely unappreciated. What better to take your mind off your misery, and boost your flagging self esteem, than a few dates with someone who … Read more about Dating During Divorce: 7 Reasons NOT to Go There!
A Different View: 8 Reasons to be Thankful for Your Divorce
It seems like a crazy question: Are you thankful for your divorce? Who would ever be thankful that their life was turned upside down, their dreams dashed to pieces, and their family changed forever? Why would anyone be thankful for the pain, the misery, the disruption, or the financial … Read more about A Different View: 8 Reasons to be Thankful for Your Divorce
What Hidden Superpower Helps You Recover From Divorce?
Have you ever had someone ask you: "If you could have any superpower there is, which one would you choose?" Would it be x-ray vision? Or superhuman strength? Or maybe you would like to fly? While that question doesn’t seem to have very much to do with divorce, the truth is that you have one … Read more about What Hidden Superpower Helps You Recover From Divorce?