Contemplating Divorce

In the heart of considering a life-altering event like divorce, where emotions run high and certainty seems a distant memory, finding a grounding force is essential. For some, divorce counseling can provide an anchoring presence, not just as a form of guidance, but as a sanctuary for understanding what is and is not possible, and…

In today’s hyperconnected world, we all have privacy concerns. It seems like every website, every purchase, and every conversation is being monitored on the internet.  Netflix recently released a documentary about the Ashley Madison hacking scandal. For those living under a rock, Ashley Madison is an online website for married customers seeking an affair. The…

Infidelity, a word often associated with secret romantic affairs, manifests in various forms that breach the trust foundational to any relationship. Beyond the emotional betrayals, there exists a less discussed but equally damaging variant: financial infidelity. This subtle yet profound act of deceit involves the deliberate concealment or mismanagement of finances within a partnership, eroding…

If you’re a typical divorcing woman in the U.S., you might get up to $1,381 a month in alimony, or you might get nothing at all. It all depends on your state, according to a new study conducted by Custody X Change. In fact, in 34 states, you don’t even have a formula to predict…

Navigating through divorce at different  life stages for women presents a spectrum of challenges and experiences that are unique to each phase of life. Divorce, inherently fraught with emotional complexities and logistical intricacies, takes on varied hues and implications as women traverse their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. Each decade marks a distinctive chapter, characterized…

In recent times, there’s been a noticeable shift toward couples choosing to handle their divorce on their own. Motivated by a plethora of online resources and tools, many are finding the path to separation more navigatable and cost-effective. But, as with any big life decision, it’s crucial to understand the full picture. Let’s dive into…

Whether you’re thinking about getting a divorce or have started the process, knowing what happens in a contested divorce is a key first step in determining how you should proceed. Your friends, family, and colleagues might have said divorce is time-consuming, expensive, and emotional. This can be true if it is a contested divorce. Both…