From a reader: Jackie, neither one of us wants to get back together, but do people ever talk to their ex’s as friends? In other words, is it possible to be friends with your ex? When I was in my thirties, living in Boston, I dated a guy fo...
Category Archives: Getting Divorced
Divorce At Christmas Causes Mom To Want To Stay In Bed
Divorce at Christmas and other holidays is tough for anyone. Family traditions are gone, loneliness is magnified, the pressure to have fun is felt, and watching the kids is gut-wrenching. Read this divorced mom's story about divorce at Christmas...
Healing after Divorce: “How Do I get Over All of This Hurt?”
Having trouble in healing after divorce? This reader is: I My ex husband and I were together for 8 years when he told me he wasn't happy and that he was done. I tried marriage counseling and he put no effort into it. How do I get over all of this...
Family Celebrations and Divorce: We’ve Got Tips!
Family celebrations can feel like a nightmare when you are getting divorced. The anticipation of the event can feel stressful, the actual event can feel awkward and uncomfortable, and instead of looking forward to what should be a happy occasion, you...
Life after Divorce for Men and Women: A Night Out
It's hard to know what life after divorce for men and women looks like until you experience it. You might be reading this and either thinking about divorce or going through one, and you have no idea what life is going to be like. This is a story tha...