Life After Divorce
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Divorced Mom: 5 Things I’ve Learned Since Getting Divorced
Many people talk about ‘the 10,000 Hour Rule’, which describes how it takes 10,000 hours to master a skill and call yourself an expert in that skill. Well, after living for 29 years as a divorced mom, I think I have the right to pat myself on the back. I am an expert. Being a…
Read MoreFinding Love After Divorce: How Vulnerability Can Lead to Happiness
Five years after my divorce and nearing my 50th birthday, I am happy to report being somewhere I never thought I would be. Finding love after divorce seemed impossible, yet here I am—happy in a loving, committed relationship, having just celebrated Christmas with my boyfriend’s family. Finding love after divorce is possible, and I can…
Read MoreCan You Be Friends With Your Ex?
I’m not friends with my Ex. Yes, we’re civil, but there’s a line he isn’t allowed to cross, and I’m very strict about it. We have a gorgeous daughter together, and for that reason, we’ve always been respectful. When she was younger, we’d celebrate her birthday as a ‘family’, and this annual restaurant dinner would…
Read MoreWhat is a Divorce Photoshoot? And Are You Ready for Your Close-Up?
You may remember the “Drive-Thru Wedding” trend that was so popular for couples during the pandemic, where lovebirds got hitched without ever leaving their car. But now, the latest hot trend is for divorced women—introducing the divorce photoshoot, a celebration of new beginnings after one of the most difficult times in their lives. As they…
Read MoreWhat You Really Want to Say Now That You Are Divorced
So, you have weathered the mental, emotional, spiritual, and even physical storms of your divorce, and if you have somehow reached the part when the sun comes out and the birds sing again—well, that´s great, hats off to you. But you may still be struggling with your new identity, financial reality, and all the practical…
Read More7 Steps to Creating Your Best Life After Divorce
To quote some homespun wisdom, every cloud has a silver lining, right? Even maybe a golden lining. And if one door closes, then you will find other doors swinging open. If you are in the divorce zone, you can make a better life for yourself following that event. You can find golden linings and doors…
Read More21 Financial Steps to Empower You After Divorce
Sometimes in a marriage, the lack of clarity, the failure of any way forward, and the clash of values cause a couple to divorce. Of course, this results in one of the most stressful things that a person could go through — especially when the money is involved. However, in this moment of complete despair,…
Read MoreThe Stages of Grief in Divorce – And How Long They Last
After a divorce, you can expect to grieve. And it will take time for you to recover. But, as with all traumatic experiences, you will eventually heal — if you seek to learn about yourself and what you are healing from. Don’t try to work out how long it will take to get over this.…
Read MoreFinding Love After Divorce: 6 Women Tell Their Truths
Finding love after divorce is like maneuvering through a minefield. After the trauma of separation and starting a new life, it’s hard to believe that one day you’ll be ready to be part of a new relationship. But many people do tackle the dating game and find new soulmates, companions, and surprising friends. As a…
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