Contemplating Divorce
Should I divorce? Should I stay for the kids? How will I survive?
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Divorce for Women: Why It’s Different
For more reasons than we can explain, when it comes to the crisis of a marriage breaking up, divorce for women is different. We all know the tired cliché about a couple driving on the road and what happens when they become lost. The man will keep driving, even driving in circles, says the cliché.…
Read MoreHow to (Smartly) Plan for a Divorce When It’s Not What You Want
Even if whispered, the word “divorce” when it’s said to you can feel like a punch in the stomach, sucking the wind from your lungs and stopping your breath. Both overwhelming and shocking, you might struggle to take in its meaning, but as a river of stress floods your system, things become a blur. In…
Read MoreHow Many Divorces Are Recorded Each Year and Other Curious Statistics
Did you know that yours (… if you go there) — and all divorces are recorded? As with many countries, the United States records a majority of its divorces. This means that the state stores the general information about your divorce, including the reason for the divorce, information about the people involved, the date of…
Read MoreThe 13 Warning Signs of Divorce Women Ignore While Married
Sometimes they’re subtle, and sometimes they seem to smack us over the head with a mallet, but the warning signs of divorce may miss us simply because we’d prefer not to see them. There’s a host of reasons for turning that blind eye, from wanting to give a spouse the benefit of the doubt, being…
Read More25 Divorce Statistics and What They Mean for You as a Woman
No one wants to be connected to divorce statistics. Yet, here we are, seeking to get educated so we avoid some divorce statistics over others. We might feel alone in this “education” about divorce. But the fact is so many other women across the country and globe have gone through divorce, survived it, and moved…
Read MoreFree Divorce Resources for Women. Did You Know About These?
Just the idea of getting divorced can be overwhelming. There are so many emotions, fears, and uncertainties involved that it can be hard to even figure out where to start—let alone what kind of help you may need along the way. That is why we’ve compiled a few resources here to provide you with quick…
Read More5 Helpful Things to Know About a “Controlled Separation”
As couples consider the various options for changing the status of their marriage, a controlled separation is a tool some people are turning to. A controlled separation allows you and your spouse to take time apart and to come back together again and work things out before resorting to a divorce. As the name suggests,…
Read MoreYour State Law and Divorce
In the United States, every state has its own set of laws governing divorce proceedings. There is a nationwide set of laws guiding divorce or family law matters, but the state you reside in, and are a citizen of, will dictate the specifics of your case. Therefore, it’s important to learn about your state’s particular…
Read MoreA Legal Separation for a Woman: Pros and Cons
There are many factors to consider when you want to end a marriage. Before considering all the traditional factors that come with ending a marriage, like property division, custody arrangements, and lawyer involvement, you must decide whether your marriage will end via divorce or legal separation. Every woman has different needs that will impact this…
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