Posts Tagged ‘Divorce’
How To Balance Your Child’s Time When Getting Divorced
Parents take decisions and children have to live with the consequences. The decision to divorce may be one of the hardest decisions a parent ever has to make, but the sad truth is, if handled the wrong way, it can be even worse for the children. The good news is that handled the right way,…
Read MoreMore Than Just A Snore: The Impact Snoring Can Have On A Marriage
Snoring can be incredibly annoying, especially if you aren’t the snoring partner. Many people are nighttime snorers, but did you know that over time it can cause problems for your marriage? Not only can snoring be a sign of a bigger health issue, but leaving it unchecked can progress into relationship issues no one wants…
Read MoreDivorced? Here Is What To Do With Your Diamond Ring
A diamond wedding ring’s value and meaning to you will obviously change after divorce. However, that doesn’t mean its value goes away entirely. Although the marriage may be over, the ring is still worth something to someone. Selling a diamond is certainly an option; however, a smart way to take advantage of this is to…
Read MoreHelping Your Child Through Social Anxiety
It will be surprising to many parents that even young children can struggle with social anxiety. We’re social creatures, and our appreciation of key social dynamics begin forming as early as age two. So, during your child’s formative years, it’s important to both teach them basic social skills and help them get comfortable around their…
Read MoreHow to Navigate Celebrations After Divorce
With about 50% of couples ending up divorced, it’s no secret that not all marriages are meant to be – and it goes without saying that divorce can be a stressful, long, and tiring process. But what about life after divorce? If you’re recently divorced or have been for a while, you may find yourself struggling with…
Read MoreHow To Help Your Teenager With ODD Still Have An Organized Life After Divorce
Divorce is often tough on the whole family, more so children and teens. Teenagers already have enough to deal with and most of them experience a cocktail of emotions after their parents’ divorce. They may feel angry, frustrated, sad, confused and lonely. Such a stressful situation might worsen the behavior of teens with Oppositional Defiant…
Read MoreDealing With An Emotionally Abusive Spouse During A Divorce
Almost half of all marriages in the United States end in divorce or separation, and though many of these marriages end in amicable terms, some couples aren’t so lucky. Sometimes, a once well-mannered spouse will transform into a relentless bully. What makes this kind of bullying worse is that your ex knows your deepest fears and insecurities, making…
Read MoreTeaching Your Kids Discipline Through A Savings Account
One of the major pillars of developing teenage independence is to have financial independence. In most cases, children will likely never become financially independent while living at home, since there is no real pressing need. However, that will not always be the case. So, unless you want your children moving back in with you after…
Read MoreKey Differences Between Divorce and Mediation
Divorce can be an expensive business and if you get involved in a protracted court battle with your spouse then, at the end of the day, the only real winners, from any perspective, may be the lawyers. On the other hand, if you agree to a settlement without any legal representation, or have one imposed…
Read MoreGuide For Dealing With Tricky Dating Situations After a Break Up Or Divorce
Do not feel coerced into going on a date, as you do not owe them anything. Same with going on a date out of pity. You could get tangled up in a mess when trying to break free down the road.
Read MoreCombat Your Teen’s Narcissism By Teaching Them Sincere Empathy
Teenagers are notorious for two things—teen angst and narcissism. In fact, many parents wonder where they went wrong in bringing up their kids to become so self-centered. The good news is, your teen’s self-absorption is not a reflection of your parenting. They are just going through the normal phases of growing up. It turns out…
Read MoreWhat Are the First-Year Costs That Come with Raising a Baby?
When you feel you’re ready to have a baby, it can be exciting as well as overwhelming. Having a baby means expanding your family, but it also means that you’ll have some logistics to consider. Namely, what about the financial considerations that come with having a child? There are short- and long-term factors to think…
Read MoreWays To Set Boundaries During Divorce
Divorce brings many changes and one of them is a set of new boundaries. What was once okay may seem intrusive after a couple has separated. The key is to determine what feels right and what is uncomfortable. When married, a man and woman may have called each other during the day. This can be…
Read More9 Tips for Men Facing Financial Hardships During Divorce
As a man facing divorce, there is a lot you go through with little support. You might be constantly wondering how things will turn out at the other end- whether or not you will get enough time with your kids, how you and your spouse will work everything out, and so on. One of the…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Finances to Leave an Abusive Relationship
If you are in an abusive marriage, you may not know where to turn or what to do. Abuse comes in many forms, and financial abuse is more common than you may think. If you’ve been the target of financial abuse, it can make it exceptionally difficult to gather your assets before you leave. Financial…
Read MoreKeeping Divorce Drama Out Of The Schools
Here are tips for parents, and divorce professionals to help keep divorce out of the schools. Children bringing their parents’ divorce drama into the classroom is disrupting. It wastes teaching time and can cause other students to lose focus on their lessons. It is not fair to anyone. A first step is informing various school…
Read MoreThe Role of Father Figures in Your Child’s Life
In a perfect world, children would grow up in happy, loving families, enjoying the attention of both their birth parents. Unfortunately, our world is far from perfect and parenting roles keep evolving. Where nuclear families were once clear cut, parents now have to fit in different roles from step-parents, single parents, co-parents and so on.…
Read MoreWhy Playfulness Is Important
Playfulness is a way to reduce stress and get through the minutia and tasks required during stressful times such as divorce. Besides helping life to be more bearable when juggling proceedings, children and a job, a sense of playfulness lowers anxiety. Being in a calmer state is beneficial for making those crucial decisions regarding splitting…
Read MoreHow to Ward off Loneliness When Single Again
One can feel lonely when going through a break up or the divorce process. You have lost your live-in companion and may be by yourself for the first time in your life. Some go from their parents’ house – to university – to the marital home. Perhaps you feel overwhelmed doing all the tasks that…
Read MoreDivorce with a Narcissist or Sociopath
Both the Narcissist and Sociopath (anti-social personality disorder) are toxic people who are difficult to deal with during divorce. There are subtle differences between these two types of characters. The main point is a Narcissist craves attention and adoration. She has to be the star, whereas that is not the case with a Sociopath. A…
Read MoreInterview on the Michael Dresser Radio Show
Click here to listen to my interview on the Michael Dresser Radio Show. Topics include marriage strengths and difficulties, communication, counseling, kids, and the attorneys.
Read MoreDivorce Talk Radio California
Click here to listen my interview on Divorce Talk Radio California! I join the show at 17 mins in. We talk about the different types of divorce, children and parenting, alternative therapies, professional custody evaluations, and my book on Amazon. http://www.divorcetalkradiocalifornia.com/20140315/
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