Why do people cheat? Let’s get one thing straight: nobody can make a person cheat. Though it is possible for a person to do things to make their partner tempted to cheat, there is nothing you can do that will make your partner cheat. Regardless of the excuses people make,…
Making sure you’ve got a complete post-divorce budget is an important part of starting the divorce process. Start with the Utilities First things first: let’s start with the utilities. Most people have gas, electric, phone bills, internet, water, trash, and sewage. You likely have car insurance, rent/mortgage, and health insurance….
If you’ve been through traumatic experiences due to a relationship with a person suffering from Narcissistic personality disorder or narcissistic traits, you may be wanting revenge. Unfortunately, seeking revenge is probably not the best use of your time. Here’s why. Not Everyone Is a Narcissist Narcissistic personality disorder affects…
What is narcissistic supply? And why do those with narcissistic tendencies need it so much. Validation Junkies Believe it or not, many people suffering from narcissistic personality disorder struggle with a deep insecurities. Those who have NPD often need to lean on others for validation because they cannot validate themselves….
If you’re dealing with an ex that has a high conflict personality, this trick may help you handle their antics without additional drama. What Is It? The Grey Rock Method is a communication strategy to deal with high-conflict personalities. Though it’s commonly discussed with narcissistic personality disorder, you don’t have…
Upon discovering infidelity, you may have questions about whether or not you should take measures to protect yourself legally. While infidelity does not generally impact the divorce proceedings, your reaction to the infidelity and conduct after the discovery can impact the divorce process. For example, if you physically assault your…
Should You Go to Bars and Clubs If You’re Married? Going out with friends for a night on the town is a fun experience that everyone should be able to have. Unfortunately, not everyone can understand why on Earth their spouse could possibly want to do something like that, especially…
Financial abuse is becoming a more and more common occurrence in today’s society. Today, many men and women are using finances to manipulate and control their partners within a relationship. It’s important for everyone to recognize that financial abuse is not oFinancial abuse is becoming a more and more common…
Common Law Marriage Depending on your circumstances and the state you’re living in, you may be able to petition the court to recognize you and your significant other as married when making post-break-up arrangements such as who’s getting the car, the house, etc. However, states generally require you to petition…
You’ve probably seen the goofball guys on the internet loudly proclaiming that women shouldn’t have Instagram if they’re married. Knowing what studies have revealed about social media, it’s probably fair to ask whether either gender should have social media, even when they’re single. But the issue is especially relevant to…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends