Handling Emotional Challenges: Family Gatherings and Questions from Loved Ones
During the holiday season, families and friends gather to reconnect with loved ones. If you’re newly divorced, these events are an emotional minefield. Well-meaning but intrusive questions can challenge your emotions, and post-divorce holidays require thoughtful preparation and a focus on maintaining a positive atmosphere for your children. Here’s how to handle family dynamics and emotional […]
7 Ways to Manage Sadness and Anxiety During Your Divorce
By Heather C. Keith When you and your soon-to-be-ex were saying your vows, you probably didn’t imagine ending your marriage. You’re definitely not alone, as more than 782,000 couples divorce each year in the U.S. That’s nearly 2,142 divorces per day and 15,039 divorces per week—or one divorce every approximately 40 seconds. Translation: In the time it takes one […]