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Change, Anxiety and Your Kids: Tips From a Parent Mediator

As summer draws to a close, you might find yourself navigating a variety of transitions—camp ends, family vacations, and, of course, the start of a new school year. That’s a lot of change, anxiety and stress over just a few weeks.   These shifts can heighten anxiety for everyone—parents and children alike—especially for neurodiverse children … Read more

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Life’s Not Fair – That Includes Your Divorce

Your parents were right: Life’s not fair! They probably said that to you since you were young, and way before you could even imagine how much those words meant while getting divorced! When life doesn’t seem fair, especially in your divorce, it can cause all sorts of unpleasant side effects. The Good, the Bad, and … Read more

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11 Things Divorced People Want To Say To Our Married Friends

Before I got divorced, I had no idea what I would experience, and what life after divorce would look like. So, that being said, divorced people should remember that all of our married friends have no clue about what it’s like going through a divorce or being divorced. Let’s help them out! Here are 11 things … Read more

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Setting Boundaries in Relationships-Especially The One With Your Ex

Setting boundaries in relationships–including the one with your ex is essential. Think of boundaries in your relationships as an important element of your self-care. Boundaries are not meant to punish somebody else. They are meant to honor ourselves. Imagine your boundaries as a personal treaty to help protect your needs and wants and to preserve … Read more

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Myths and Facts About Divorce and College Planning

Going through a divorce or being divorced can bring many uncertainties, especially when it comes to planning and preparing for your child’s college education. In this post, we’ll debunk some common myths and provide facts to help you better navigate planning for college and paying for college. Divorce often feels overwhelming, I know being divorced … Read more

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Talking to Your Spouse about Discernment Counseling

Discernment counseling is a powerful option for what is called the “mixed agenda” couple, where one person is seriously considering ending the marriage and the other is hoping for reconciliation. When one spouse learns about discernment counseling before the other, they may find themselves in the position of wanting to convince their partner to give … Read more

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How Much is a Wife Entitled To in a Divorce?

A question I get asked a lot by newly separated women is: “How much is a wife entitled to in a divorce? This is a valid question and I can understand the urgency of wanting to know, given the fear and anxiety of the uncertainty of your future. Not to mention, the answer to this … Read more

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49 Phrases and Words of Encouragement for a Divorced Woman

I wrote this article several years ago on my 49th birthday, offering 49 phrases and words of encouragement for a divorced woman: Today is my birthday. My 49th birthday. So, in honor of my last year in my 40s I’d like to give you—my readers a gift. Coming from a divorced woman, I’d like to … Read more

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Do You Have Dating App Burnout? Tips for Meeting People Offline

It seems like everywhere I look these days, articles are popping up about dating app burnout. Articles like this and this and this are explaining how dating app burnout is a real thing. As a dating coach, I wanted to show you what you can do about it. Welcome to my guide of the 7 best ways … Read more

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7 Tips for Living Together During Divorce

Are you living together during divorce? This can be a tough situation. After all, you’ve decided you want a divorce. You want to be separate. But what happens when neither you or your spouse wants to or are able to actually move out? There are so many reasons a couple might remain living together during … Read more

Love Over 50: Love Never Felt So Good

I wrote this article when I was turning 50. I remember so clearly that despite the anxiety and fear of being in my 50s, getting old, etc., there was something really positive happening to me. I had been dating my now spouse for about 6 months and realized that love over 50 was amazing!  My … Read more