From the outside, her life looks solid. A stable marriage. A reliable partner. Children who are thriving. A career she’s worked hard to build. A life that, by most measures, should feel fulfilling. And yet, internally, something has been eroding for a
Divorce is widely cited as one of life’s most taxing experiences, ranking high on the scale of emotional and physical stress. Amidst the sea of legal paperwork and emotional recalibration, one of the most daunting hurdles is the question of “home.” Whether
Sponsored post by Fair Result. The ‘Day After’ Clarity The day after your divorce is final can feel like a whirlwind. Relief, sadness, hope, and anxiety might all swirl together as you step into a future that’s suddenly wide open. If you’re feeling
In 2015, the law in England and Wales fundamentally changed how domestic abuse was understood. With the introduction of section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015, the criminal law finally recognised that abuse does not have to be violent to be
A parent sits at their kitchen table late at night, reading the same court letter for the fourth time. They understand the words individually, but not what is really being asked of them or what might happen if they get it wrong.
One may get through the Christmas season with all the parties and business gatherings. Going solo is fine. Holiday decorations and rituals can temporarily distract us from divorce proceedings. Families surround us and can be supportive during this difficult time. The world
Sponsored post by Jones Myers. A series of studies has highlighted a connection between menopause and divorce – with many women attributing the menopause as a key factor in their relationship breakdown. The festive season can be a particularly stressful time for married
I remember lying in bed a year and a half before my divorce, thinking, I can’t even get a part-time job at the local variety store. I was once well-educated, with a degree and a postgraduate diploma, yet I felt completely worthless.
Parenting stress can be bad enough when you’re in a relationship with your child’s other parent. Going through a separation can make it even more crushing. Luckily, parenting stress is manageable if you put in the work. The following can help you
American naturalist and writer Hal Borland said, “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn,” a phrase that is often used to give hope to people going through something difficult. I know from my experience of working with people who
Abuse in a marriage or civil partnership can take many different forms, such as physical, sexual, financial and emotional. There are many types of emotional abuse, which are also often referred to as psychological abuse, and this is where the form of
Let’s not sugar coat it, this question “what do I do now?” (at the moment you know you will separate) is the single most important question you will answer in this whole chapter of your life. There will be a lot of
