Most of us have heard of the concept of looking at our relationship with our partner as a garden that we plant and tend. The concept being that as with a garden, we plant the seeds of our relationship with another, and watch as it blooms into something that brings beauty and joy into our … Read more
I have some great dating advice, sparked by a conversation I recently had with a friend. My friend has been divorced for a couple years and recently ended a relationship that lasted for several months. Looking back, every time I would ask her how it was going with this guy, she would say, “Well…” … Read more
Divorce and College. Two words that are both equally hard to manage on their own without much research, guidance and support. But what happens when you are divorced or getting divorced and at the same time, your children are approaching or even already in their college years? The combination can feel overwhelming. In this article, … Read more
When it comes to retirement accounts, pension plans and divorce, things can become extremely complex. Oftentimes, complications can lead to details getting overlooked in a divorce settlement. While it is easy to focus on more immediate concerns like the marital home or child custody, failing to properly divide retirement assets, including pensions, can have serious … Read more
I thought it was important to write about an issue that is oftentimes brushed under the rug, but extremely important, especially during divorce. I’m talking about drinking wine every night to soothe anxiety about divorce and just relax. I’m not judging because I did it. When I was first separated, I began drinking wine a … Read more
Divorce is devastating. It is a destructive process that can harm the mental, emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual parts of both parents and children. I would know. I went through a divorce several years ago. I wish I could say it was not my fault, but that would be a lie. I was responsible for … Read more
Do you have questions about divorce? If you are considering divorce, or have already started the process, you probably have a lot! How long will the process take? How is child custody determined? How will our property be divided? In this article, we answer the most common questions about divorce and family law matters. The … Read more
While I was divorcing several years ago, life felt like a roller coaster for awhile. At the beginning, when I was first separated, most days seemed like a mix of chaos, sadness, anger and anxiety. Between my young children, attorney’s fees, financial concerns, feeling alone and very lonely, and walking on eggshells in between terrible … Read more
When we think about divorce, we often think about the split—of assets, of homes, of parenting time. What’s less talked about is something deeper, more personal, and arguably more important: the unraveling and rebuilding of your financial identity. Divorce isn’t just the end of a marriage. It’s also a financial reset, a unique and powerful opportunity … Read more
Divorce is a deeply personal and often complex decision, influenced by a range of factors that can profoundly affect the lives of those involved. But what are the top reasons for divorce? To better understand why marriages end, it’s helpful to categorize the reasons for divorce into two broad groups: “hard” reasons and “soft” reasons. … Read more
There are givers and takers in relationships. That doesn’t mean that in every relationship, there is one giver and one taker. A relationship could also have two takers or two givers. Or, more commonly, in every relationship, each person has qualities of a giver and those of a taker. I’ve been involved in both kinds … Read more
After your divorce is finalized one more legal step needs to be taken: your will and trust after divorce. Newly divorced women (and men) should have their wills, trusts, and powers of attorney rewritten. The new documents should reflect your new life. You will want to provide for your children while ensuring that your ex … Read more
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