It is a challenge to co-parent with an aggressive person post-divorce. They may have difficulties letting go when they are not on duty. They attempt to parent from afar, thus complicating your life. Prevention is the way to go if still in
When it comes to the law and personal relationships, the UK is a curious mixture of the progressive and the archaic. On the one hand, the law recognises same-sex unions, on the other the process of ending a marriage through divorce seems
Christmas is only but a few days away which means that some of you divorcing or separating parents have got your future parenting plans or co-parenting plans firmly in place. But if you don’t yet have your parenting plan in place and
For children of divorce, spending Christmas with parents in conflict is like you winning an all-paid-for holiday to an amazing destination to stay in one of the most fabulous 5 star hotels…that is under going extensive renovations. Everything is great about the whole idea, except that
In the second of the series RB’s Family Department’ Nigel Winter looks at the effects of divorce/separation upon children. You can find the first part here. There are many terrible dilemmas that face anyone contemplating divorce or separation. One of the most
I’ve no shame in confessing, the subject of mathematics and I “retired” our friendship long ago. It was no secret during my high school and college years, that the M-word and I had a love-hate relationship. We never fought or shared harsh words
“For the [guild of lawyers], their work is very much what it is for all lawyers, which is to say, doing things slowly for a lot of money“ – Terry Pratchett Let’s face it, lawyers have a bad reputation. They are pedantic,
I recently overheard a conversation at the school playground this morning which I thought I would share with you. A boy, whose parents are currently going through divorce (I know this as one of the parents has talked to me about their situation) was
Surgeons, mediators and medicine men. Whenever we hear these job titles, we have an immediate impression as to the type of person we’re speaking about. Surgeons are seen as highly trained specialists we entrust with our lives. Medicine men, on the other
McKenzie Friend, Graham Fletcher tells TDM how divorcing couples can get help when faced with court proceedings. Having been through the courts system himself, Graham has come to know, understand and master what is required in order for your to succeed in your court case.
Narcissists can be charming people who are the centre of attention. The spotlight shines on them and it can be enticing to be their date. They crave admiration for their overinflated egos. Something may seem a bit off, but then one thinks,”
What to Expect from Family Mediation When faced with the breakdown of a relationship, it can be difficult to think about the best options for you and your family in the future. Family mediation can help you to discuss your options for