Tips and advice for men and women who have recently split up from a spouse and are now getting divorced.
The process of divorce is challenging. It can consume every aspect of your life. While each divorce is unique, if you are contemplating divorce or going through one, you will most likely find yourself navigating common divorce emotions—emotions that almost everyone feels, regardless of why they are getting divorced. I call these divorce emotions divorce … Read more
Happiness after divorce seems almost unimaginable while you’re going through one. It’s like you just can’t picture it. “What’s my life going to be like when the divorce is final and when all of this is settled? How am I going to move on after divorce? The answers to these questions are difficult because all … Read more
It may not surprise you to learn that one of the most searched questions online about divorce pertains to the reasons for divorce. I imagine that is because divorce can feel confusing, and oftentimes, it’s hard to pinpoint why exactly a person might feel ending the marriage is his or her best option. As a … Read more
Co-parenting isn’t always easy; especially at the beginning of a divorce. But add COVID into the mix, and co-parenting just got even more challenging. Since the pandemic began, I have seen parents make countless mistakes surrounding co-parenting and COVID; mistakes that have cost them in court. COVID-19 has forced parents to make major medical … Read more
Wondering what to do with your wedding dress after divorce? Don’t want to stumble upon it every time you go into your closet or storage room because seeing that white lace dress just brings back too much raw pain and emotion? I get it. I felt that way for a long time after I got … Read more
No matter the reason why you’re getting divorced, dealing with marriage separation pain is an extremely painful and nerve-wracking experience for any person. This process can trigger a variety of negative emotions, such as frustration, powerlessness, anger, denial, confusion, and even relief, all of which are entirely normal and understandable. In dealing with marriage separation … Read more
Regardless of whether it was a long time coming or you couldn’t get it over with fast enough, or even if the situation was amicable, divorce can be a messy process. It takes time, money, and is typically emotionally draining, no matter how you look at it. Yet, when the smoke has cleared, you are … Read more
For many couples, the arrival of a new year is accompanied by feelings of hope, fresh starts, new goals and more. For some couples, the new year doesn’t bring fresh, good feelings. During the previous year (2021) as the Covid-19 pandemic continued to be a worldwide reality, the stresses on a marriage were many. Many … Read more
Divorce, as sad as it is, can also mean new opportunity, a happier life, and a more peaceful way to live. So, when it comes to divorce and the new year, there are certain new year’s resolutions every divorced person should consider, actions that will make 2025 your best year ever! These don’t have to … Read more
When I speak to potential clients, they have lots of questions. One in particular involves co-mediation; what is it and how does it make our practice unique? Having been part of the co-mediation practice, CEL & Associates, (with my business partner, Brian James) since 2007, I can answer that question, and also tell you that … Read more
Divorced Girl Smiling received this comment from a reader. The headline: “My wife wants a divorce.” I have estimated that Divorced Girl Smiling gets about 70% of its traffic from women and 30% from men. So, this article is definitely meant to give advice to men whose wives want a divorce. But, I thought it … Read more
Thanksgiving is a holiday that screams family, food, fun, and NOT being or feeling alone. But the reality is, some people will spend Thanksgiving alone. That might be because you are going through a divorce (or divorced) and you ex has the kids and your family lives out of town. That might be because you … Read more
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