One of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to divorce is how much time it will take. Most of the time, the people who are wondering that question are facing this process without a clear idea of what to expect; they may not have been through divorce before, and may not have had close friends or family members who have either.
Divorce is one of the most difficult transitions that any family can navigate. Many people who are facing the prospect of divorce find themselves overwhelmed, scared, stressed out, and completely unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone if you are feeling those things!
I'll be blunt: when you get divorced, your social life changes. Almost always. But wait, there's more! Sometimes – MOST of the times – that can be a GOOD thing. Often, it's for the better – way. Sometimes, and/or in other realms, it's awkward and requires some navigation to get through the changes.
Read ArticleIf you're anywhere in the divorce process, from just considering it to being in the throes of litigation to it finally being finalized, you may be feeling less than great, to say the least. Chances are, somebody may have told you things like “It's all going to be okay” or “just look on the bright side” or other cliches in a well-intended attempt to make you feel better.
Read ArticleForget about the celeb divorces – chances are, probably amongst your circle of friends, coworkers, or family you've heard a horror story about “how much divorce costs.” You may have heard six-figure payouts for attorney fees, let alone the costs of child support, alimony, securing a new place to live, and buying a new blender since the one you've been using for the past however many years has been shared.
Read ArticleIn most cases, divorce is what happens in a relationship after a series of fights of one degree or another, usually escalating from minor bickering to full-blown shouting matches. After all that stress, the last thing you want is yet more fighting – you just want to be done with it all. If you have come the decision that it is time to move on, how do you avoid more fighting during the separation and divorce process?
Read ArticleAs we have discussed, mediation is a powerful process to help you resolve disputes that may arise during and/or as a result of major changes in your life, like divorce, custody disputes, and others. In Part 1, we covered how engaging in mediation gives you the power to create solutions that reflect your values.
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