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Advocating for Your Mental Health as You go Through a Divorce is Really Important!

Publisher’s Note: May is Mental Health Awareness month. It has been observed in the United States in May since 1949. With all that is going on in the world we live in today, there are significant challenges to everyone’s mental health. Those include, dealing with increased anxiety leading to depression and burnout, often fueled by factors like economic instability and social isolation. For those of you going through a divorce this period in your life can be overwhelming and stressful, and it is so important that you take steps to prioritize yourself and your mental health wellbeing. I posted this article back in July of 2023, but I have updated it a bit and believe it is worth resharing especially during Mental Health Awareness Month.

May is Mental Health Awareness month. It is Important to Safeguard Your Mental Health during Your Divorce Process!

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Divorced or Suddenly Single? How to Embrace Valentine’s Day!

How to Make Valentine’s Day After Divorce a Day of Renewal

Valentine’s Day can be complicated after a divorce – or even while you’re quietly considering one.

Valentine’s Day after divorce can feel complicated and emotional. While others celebrate romance, you may be navigating uncertainty, grief, or a brand-new beginning. Family law attorneys consistently report an increase in divorce inquiries after the holidays. The stress of November and December, the pressure to “hold it together” for family gatherings, and the natural reflection that comes with the New Year often lead couples to reassess their relationships. Some spouses also choose to wait until after the first of the year for financial reasons – including the ability to file taxes jointly if they were still legally married on December 31, depending on what makes sense for their specific financial situation.

By the time February arrives, emotions can still be raw. While the world celebrates roses and romance, you may be navigating uncertainty, grief, relief – or a complicated mix of all three.… View Full Article → “Divorced or Suddenly Single? How to Embrace Valentine’s Day!”

New Year’s Eve After Divorce: Tips on How to Make a New Beginning

New Year’s Eve After Divorce Tips

How to Approach New Year’s Eve After Divorce with Confidence

PUBLISHER’S UPDATE: Congratulations! We have all made it through Christmas and now New Year’s Eve is just a few days away. I have been considering what to post this week that was timely and relevant. I remembered the great piece we originally posted many years ago that Donna Ferber had written for her first book, From Ex-Wife to Exceptional Life: A Woman’s Journey through Divorce. I received a lot of compliments about it then. It is the perfect time to repost it! Enjoy! Her book is great and I share it with many divorce clients!

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