planning for a divorce

Planning for a Divorce: Let’s Talk Strategies

When you’re facing divorce, it feels like a million things are hitting you all at once. Legal papers you don’t understand, money questions that keep you up at night, emotional conversations that leave you drained. It’s no wonder you feel overwhelmed and stuck in reaction mode. But here’s what most women don’t realize: Divorce isn’t … Read more

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What You Need (And Don’t Need) For Happiness As You Move On After Divorce

Happiness after divorce seems almost unimaginable while you’re going through one. It’s like you just can’t picture it. “What’s my life going to be like when the divorce is final and when all of this is settled? How am I going to move on after divorce? The answers to these questions are difficult because all … Read more

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What is Equitable Distribution in a Divorce?

What does equitable distribution mean in a divorce? You and your spouse have likely accumulated property and other assets during your marriage. Now that the marriage is coming to an end, you’ll have to divide the property as part of the divorce settlement. North Carolina uses the law of equitable distribution when dividing property. What … Read more

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Why Some People Recover From Divorce And Others Stay Stuck

We all know that divorce, especially high conflict divorce, can be devastating. Some men and women are so traumatized, that it takes them years to recover from divorce. Really high conflict divorces have even been known to cause post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).   Yet, while some men and women struggle to survive, others thrive. Instead … Read more

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A Lack of Compassion: It Had Me in Tears

In my day-to-day life, I deal with people going through a divorce, who are perhaps at their lowest point in life. I feel their shock, sadness, hopelessness, fear, and stress. The worst possible things I could do when talking to these women are: judge them, not listen to them, not validate them, and the worst … Read more

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Before Selling a House in Divorce: Consider Renovating!

Going through a divorce comes with more than enough emotional weight—and when it comes time to sell the shared home, the last thing anyone wants is added stress. But here’s the truth: with the right approach, selling a house in divorce doesn’t have to be overwhelming—and it can be more profitable than you think. If … Read more

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You’re One Beautiful Divorced Girl! 15 Self-Confidence Boosters

This article comes from the bottom of my heart. Being newly separated or newly divorced can play a huge role when it comes to self-confidence. Going through a divorce can cause even someone with normally great self-esteem to have self-doubt and insecurities. The good news is, the lack of self-confidence is temporary a lot of … Read more

high net worth divorce

Understanding High Net Worth Divorce

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

post divorce

Your Spring Cleaning Guide: 5 Ways to a Happy, Healthy Post Divorce Life

It’s spring, which is the perfect time for spring cleaning! But spring cleaning post divorce doesn’t just mean decluttering your home, it means getting all the clutter out of your mind. Both physical and emotional clutter can weigh us down and leave us feeling stuck and uninspired. If you want to lift your spirits and … Read more

money mistakes

5 Money Mistakes Women Make in Divorce

Women going through a divorce are under an extreme amount of pressure and stress. Emotions, which can include anger, sadness, fear and resentment can run high, and worrying about the kids can feel like a full time job! Because women are so preoccupied with all of these stressful factors, they might make money mistakes during … Read more