The name “Divorced Girl Smiling” might imply that we only help and support women, which is NOT true! This section is for men who are considering divorce or going through one. It is also for single dads.
What if everything you thought you knew about divorce recovery was wrong? After guiding many clients through divorce and experiencing my own journey from devastation to transformation, I’ve discovered the truth about starting over after divorce, and something that challenges everything we’ve been told about it. Divorce isn’t just something to survive. It’s something that … Read more
Get comfortable being uncomfortable. That is one of the most valuable nuggets I’ve heard, and one that gave me the courage and inspired me to love myself and get out of a toxic marriage. Here is my story. I was so excited to be in my first real committed relationship at the age of 23. … Read more
Divorce is rarely simple, but when significant assets and wealth enter the equation, the complexity increases exponentially. High net worth divorce comes with unique challenges, and wealth preservation becomes a key focus for individuals going through this difficult phase. Learn more about the critical considerations to keep in mind when navigating a high net worth … Read more
I’m a divorce mediator, which means I often work with couples who wish to be amicable and to sustain and enhance their ability to co-parent their children. On the other end of the divorce spectrum is something that is heartbreaking, full of pain, terribly selfish and so harmful: alienation of a child from a parent. … Read more
Divorce is a journey that most people face with the craving of knowledge and information. What we want to know could be about the divorce process, co-parenting, divorce laws, financial issues, dating after divorce, keeping the house, and more. The desire for information often leads people to Google searches. But what are the google trends … Read more
What do women want in a relationship? Believe it or not, women are pretty simple when it comes to what we want and how we want to be treated. A lot of times, the problem is that women don’t express to their partner what we want. We expect a man to know what we want … Read more
Divorce is a wild rollercoaster ride of emotions with major life-changing decisions that need to be made during a period of tremendous stress. One of the biggest decisions has to do with homeownership after divorce. Will you stay in your home? Will you sell it? Will you buy a new home? Will you rent? As … Read more
Divorce is undeniably one of life’s most challenging transitions, and men often experience it in ways that may not always be visible. When it comes to men and divorce, we are wired differently than women, usually uniquely expressing pride, strength, and independence. These traits can sometimes make it harder for men to seek help or … Read more
Often times in relationships when communication and respect break down, one spouse might start threatening divorce as a way to show how serious they are about needing change in the relationship. This is a very dangerous threat that can often backfire. Divorce is not a word that should be used lightly. Here are the potential … Read more
When you divorce, you don’t divorce your children. Nor do you and your spouse end your relationship as parents. It’s not easy, but if you are willing to engage in healthy co-parenting, there are so many benefits for your kids and for you, as well. How you handle your ongoing relationship as parents requires work, … Read more
How and when do you tell the kids about the divorce? This might be one of the hardest things a parent will ever have to do for many reasons: Here are some tips for how and when to tell the kids about the divorce: When Should You Tell Your Kids? Your kids’ emotional reactions will … Read more
When I think of Father’s Day, I think of my dad and always will. But there is another father who is significant on Father’s Day: my ex-husband. Why is he important? Because he is my children’s father. So, regardless of personal feelings, resentment, anger, or frustration that he might bring me, at times, the fact … Read more
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