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Advice For Woman Thinking Of Separating: One Thing She Really Needs

I am going to give some really blunt but honest advice to this reader who is thinking of separating and who sent this email:   My husband and I have been married nearly 25 years. My husband said he wanted a divorce and moved out for 6 months. Then he came back and has been … Read more

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A Falling Out With A Girlfriend: It Really Hurts

Ask any woman and she will tell you that having a fight and/or a falling out with a girlfriend often times hurts much worse than a romantic breakup. Women adore our girlfriends, yet our friendships are tested from time to time by outside factors and life changes that are constantly taking place. And when two … Read more

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Is Your Monster-In-Law The Reason You’re Getting Divorced?

Getting divorced is never easy, but feeling like your soon-to-be ex-mother-in-law played a big part in it can be infuriating and frustrating. This week’s Love Essentially, published in the Chicago Tribune Pioneer Press tells the story of a guy who believes his divorce was caused by his monster-in-law.   Can a Monster-In-Law Cause Divorce? 10 … Read more

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Love And Dementia

Love and dementia is the topic of this week’s Love Essentially, published in the Chicago Tribune Pioneer Press.  How To Live With And Love A Spouse Who Has Dementia  by Jackie Pilossoph for Chicago Tribune Pioneer Press As a little girl in the 1970s, I still remember watching “The Partridge Family” every week with my … Read more

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The Importance Of Actually Living During Your Divorce

Something happened to me yesterday that really made me think about the importance of living. What do I mean by that? When I say living, I mean capturing, enjoying and appreciating moments versus rushing through life like we all do. I mean Slow Down. Big. Time. And, this concept is especially important during your divorce. … Read more

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On The Brink Of Divorce? Maybe This Book Can Help!

“First Comes Us” is a new relationship self-help book by couples therapist, Anita Chlipala. I have the book and my opinion is that it great not only for couples on the brink of divorce, but for couples who need help reconnecting and opening up the lines of communication, and even happy couples who want to … Read more

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Single Is Spectacular According To Mary Tyler Moore

Mary Tyler Moore Offered Empowerment To Those Who Are Single  by Jackie Pilossoph for Chicago Tribune Pioneer Press There are several reasons I didn’t get married until I was 35, but I can honestly attribute one of them to “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” which I watched regularly with my family while growing up during … Read more

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January Is Start Of “Divorce Season”

Those in the divorce industry will tell you that January is the start of divorce season, meaning the number of divorce filings spikes after the first and through the end of March or April. Why is that? And what do you do if your spouse just said, “Honey, I want a divorce?” Answers to these … Read more

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Why Do I Hate My Body So Much? Don’t!

“Why do I hate my body so much?” is a common question that sadly, so many women ask themselves.  Aging and seeing your body getting older isn’t easy. If you feel like you are wondering why you can’t give yourself a break, and why you continue to hate your body, you might find this guest … Read more

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Is Your Divorce Lawyer Overcharging You?

Is your divorce lawyer overcharging you? How would you know? This is a great guest post by divorce attorney, Joshua Stern, who offers advice on ensuring you’re getting the most from your divorce attorney at reasonable, fair rates. How Do I Know If My Divorce Lawyer Is Overcharging Me? by Joshua Stern  When embarking on the … Read more