Tips and advice for men and women who have recently split up from a spouse and are now getting divorced.
From the minute a spouse says, “I want a divorce,” (or they say it to their spouse), life completely changes, and I’m not going to sugarcoat it, it’s really really hard. Speaking from my experience, the first year is the hardest, and then things start to get better. But I want to say this: even … Read more
When divorced parents interact, they typically act like this: cold, impersonal, cordial, angry and/or annoyed. At least at the beginning of the divorce. We all have to hope that as time goes by, divorced parents can be genuine friends. I want to share a story about two divorced parents–me and my ex, who ended up … Read more
Being in the divorce business for over a decade, I have heard my share of divorce stories. Most of them make me want to cry, or they make me angry, or scared for someone, or just depressed. Some divorce stories are shocking or horrifying. Then there are those divorce stories that inspire me and give … Read more
Being someone who spends a lot of time reading emails, texts, and social media messages from divorced women, I have learned a lot about what they are thinking and feeling. That includes how they feel about their ex husbands! So, to all the ex husbands out there, here is how your ex-wife feels about you, … Read more
This is a guest post by journalist and divorce blogger, Emma Johnson, founder of Wealthy Single Mommy. I came across Emma’s blog and loved, loved, loved this post! I found it to be hysterically funny, but sad, too and VERY accurate! Enjoy! 18 Things Men Say About Their Ex Wives by Emma Johnson When divorced people … Read more
The year I turned 41 was interesting, to say the least. My ex-husband had moved out a month earlier and we were just beginning the divorce process. What’s it like when you’re over 40 and single again? I’m going to tell you. “I’m over 40. Who’s going to want me??” “My ex already has a … Read more
Divorce is a time when emotions are high. I’m talking about everything from heartbreak to anger to fear and more. Peppered into those difficult emotions can be the feeling of empowerment, self-confidence, self-love, strength and other wonderful gifts. I think it’s very healthy to feel these emotions-both the good and bad, and to process them … Read more
I got this text recently from a friend of mine: “Well, I’m officially divorced today. I feel strange but a little relieved. I’m good, though. I think I’m going to buy myself something for me that is not practical.” This girl feels THE EXACT SAME WAY I did when I became officially divorced. After months … Read more
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