Guest Post by Lynda Miles Reaching the point in your divorce where you accept that your marriage is over is a huge milestone. It's a turning point, a fork in the trail. You know the life you had as a married couple is over and you know a fresh start awaits. That can be exciting, intimidating, scary and sad and as much as you want to move on you might be wondering, "How do I … [Read more...]
How To Manage Your Divorce Grief
Learning how to manage your divorce grief is a difficult, if not messy task. How is it possible to manage a grief that some of us may not even know is there? When we are conditioned to expect it, as is the case during the death of a loved one we know that we must be patient, go through the stages of grief, and the idea is that one day, our mourning will be done, and we’ll be … [Read more...]
How To Make Sure You Enjoy Mother’s Day After Divorce
Mother's Day is often portrayed as another Hallmark occasion, with smiling, multi-generational, nuclear families celebrating their mothers with gifts of food, flowers and sometimes, lavish jewelry. That may not be your reality - it's not for many mothers I know but that doesn't mean you should just ignore this occasion. Here are some suggestions for how to make sure you enjoy … [Read more...]
How To Make New Year’s Resolutions That Work
Humans have been setting New Year's resolutions for thousands of years. The Babylonians did it, the Romans did it and the Medieval knights re-affirmed their commitment to chivalry. Today, our practice of setting New Year's resolutions is typically focused on acts of self-improvement and while well-intended, it is estimated that 88 percent of people who make resolutions fail. So … [Read more...]
How To Overcome The Guilt From Your Divorce
If you're feeling guilty about the end of your marriage, you're not alone. Few people are comfortable breaking their marriage vows, causing pain and hurt to the person they once loved and distress to their children. Even if it was your spouse's decision to divorce, you could still be feeling guilty especially when it comes to your kids. While your guilt may fade with time, it … [Read more...]