And how facing it changed things for the better For a long time after my marriage ended, I felt like I was going nowhere. I was functioning, co-parenting, dating and working. Doing all the things you’re supposed to do. But inside, I
It can be hard hopping into the dating game again after divorce. Rules change after a long hiatus and social media is more prevalent now. Online dating web sites are numerous. There are so many choices how to meet potential dates and
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
Love rarely follows a straight line. Relationships end, new ones begin – it’s a natural, ongoing cycle. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge and giving love another shot, there are a few things to keep in mind. Let’s Talk About Divorce
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.
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
Between the day you decide to separate and the day you finally feel settled in your new co-parenting life, there is a mountain to climb. It can be daunting and you may not feel ready to take that first step but, when
I went to a social worker as a teenager for over two years. And yes, it helped. I could finally talk about the horrendous things that happened to me growing up. But the truth? We only scratched the surface. The deeper wounds
Mental health expert Noel McDermott examines what our children need through periods of transition; it’s first important to understand what we mean psychologically by a transition. A transition isn’t just a change of something, it is a change that requires an emotional
Why Relationship Breakdown Magnifies Suicide Risk A relationship ending is not a minor life event. It represents the loss of an attachment bond, and that loss can have profound consequences for psychological and physical wellbeing. Many people who function well in other