Divorce, Grief and 3 Harmful Myths
Time heals all wounds. Umm, that’s nonsense. So is “Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all,”“There are lots of fish in the sea,” and all the other inane things people say to you when you are suffering through a divorce, looking for solace and grieving. People mean well,…
Read More7 Ways to Pay for a Divorce
Would you like to speak to a lawyer but feel you can’t because you don’t know how you’d pay for a divorce? Does your husband tell you the money in your joint account is “his, because he earned it?” Do you wonder how you can afford to get a divorce if you aren’t working, because…
Read MoreWill You Be Your Parents’ Caregiver? 3 Things You Need to Do Now
My family turns to me when things get bumpy. Not just the insurance person in the family but long considered “the financial person,” too, I think they turn to me because I have exposure to the stuff no one wants to talk about. Many years ago, three of my mother’s first cousins approached me over…
Read MoreAre We “Blinded by Love”?
Understanding the power of being “blinded by love” can really open your eyes to why you’ve made silly decisions about a mate in the past.
Read MoreYour Emotional Quandary: A Separation or a Divorce?
Let’s talk about what brings you to this dilemma, ladies. Are you like I was, wanting to take baby steps to resolve your marriage problems? Are you thinking that “separating” will lessen the impact of your needing to try things differently? Does the word “divorce” sound too frightening? Don’t bother answering that last one. I know…
Read MoreCan a One Night Stand Lead to a Real Relationship?
Can a one night stand lead to a real relationship? There’s a great deal to consider before going home with that great looking person from the bar. And what felt like a fun night can quickly turn awkward and uncomfortable the next day if you don’t know what to expect. So, check out this video…
Read MoreI Thought Getting a Divorce Would Be the End of Me. It Wasn’t!
Did you claw your way though the holidays and then find yourself fantasizing about getting a divorce? You aren’t alone. January actually has the nickname “Divorce Month,” if you can believe it. Turns out, January is not the only month with this dubious distinction. If you Google “divorce month,”< spoiler alert> you’ll see other articles…
Read MoreDo Opposites Attract?
How often are we told that opposites attract? A million times? A billion times? A million billion times? Well, sure. But is it true? And what is opposite truly? SAS’ Kimberly Mishkin discusses with Your Tango Relationship Experts and Cultural Anthropologist Dr. Helen Fisher what types attract and what types repel and how to find…
Read MoreDivorce Support: Your Holiday Survival Guide
As we move toward and into December, we are off and running with the holiday marathon. It’s a chaotic time for many, but the stress and overwhelm are on steroids for those of us divorcing. So, in anticipation of what you are going through, here are a few things to remember to give you the divorce…
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