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Solo Travel During Divorce
I want to start off by saying, travel is a luxury that not everyone has access to. If you can do it, the following words describe some of my experiences and thoughts about solo travel during divorce that might help you or persuade you to go on an adventure if you have the time and means to do so.
Therapy During Divorce
Therapy can play an important role in the healing process during and after divorce. I’ve seen some ads marketing telehealth therapy services and ones who provide online services; they talk about having someone to talk to when you are down
Planning Separate Celebrations for the Kids After Divorce
How do you begin to plan separate occasions, separate birthdays, and separate family gatherings after a divorce? Holidays and special events throughout the year are some of the most memorable times you’ll have with your children as they’re growing up. After a split, figuring out how you want to celebrate is up to you to decide.
Moving Out During Divorce
Should You Move Out During Divorce?
When I was deciding whether and how to move out of the marital home during a divorce, I’m glad that I didn’t consult the general consensus of divorce advice out there on the internet.
Going Through Divorce: How to Cope with the Long Road Ahead
How long does it take to heal from divorce? That’s a tough question to answer. One of the hardest things about going through divorce is that there is often not a guaranteed end date. You may be dealing with an unknown amount of time.
Losing Friends During Divorce
When you go through a divorce you might anticipate that certain parts of your life will be downsized in the fallout. But it could come as a surprise to see that your friend circle changes shape.
How to Prepare an Affidavit for Family Court
My default is to write, so I had a field day with this exercise and I had been working on the initial affidavit that explained the entirety of our 12-year marriage in a concise and compelling way. I found it cathartic to be able to express parts of my experience (while of course keeping it relevant to a judge).
Getting Ready for the First Family Court Appearance
Going to court is intimidating. You may have lots of nerves before the first appearance but being prepared for the things you can control can help minimize the anxiety around this and also put you in a good light in front of a judge.
How Do You Break the News of the Divorce to Others?
After you yourself have gotten used to the idea, and told your kids, closest friends and family, you might then be wondering “Who do you tell about your divorce next?” Do you work with your ex to make a joint announcement? How do you tell mutual friends about the divorce?
How To Look After Your Emotional Well-being During Divorce
How to look after your emotional well-being during divorce
Checklist for Record-Keeping During Divorce
This is a really big topic and one that I hope you spend a lot of time and care to do well because if you do the process can be so much easier. You will be shocked at the number of times you’ll be asked to pull up a document, or give an example of some action, or recall how much was spent during a specific period of time.
Week 4 of Separation and Divorce
Divorce Journal entry of week 4 of my experience back in 2016. I returned back to Australia for the first time since telling my husband. Anxiety and the unknown start to be replaced by intent and purpose.
Week 3 of Separation and Divorce
Divorce Journal entry of week 3 of my experience back in 2016. This was the week where the anxiety and anticipation of asking for a divorce was replaced by the harsh reality of putting this plan into action finally.
Week 2 of Separation and Divorce
Journal entry for week two of a divorce process and suggestions on what to do during this time.
