If you’re going through a divorce, you probably want to have the most simple divorce possible. But that can seem impossible—especially at the beginning. Many people feel simply overwhelmed by the thought of divorce. For a lot of couples, divorce can mean a drastic income reduction and completely re-arranging your…
Nobody wants to be stuck with all their ex’s debt. However, due to colloquialisms and other sorts of misinformation, many people fear that their spouse will take everything—except for the debt. Although anything is possible, the aforementioned is rarely the case: it would be highly unusual for one party to…
Divorce over videogames? Sounds a little ridiculous to a lot of people. However, digital media is becoming an increasingly common pastime for many adults. But what happens when a person’s pastime is taking up all of their time? It’s not unheard of for video games to spark fights between spouses….
We hear a lot about children experiencing horrendous physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. However, we rarely hear horror stories about children experiencing emotional abuse. Yet, emotional abuse is real, and it can cause trauma that can take years of therapy to heal. Knowing just how dangerous emotional abuse can…
You’ve definitely seen it in movies: the screaming and shouting, the name-calling, the vengeance, using children as pawns, and many other examples of dramatic and outrageous behavior. It’s the high-conflict divorce and, if you’re getting started on the divorce process, you’re probably wondering how you can prevent having a high-conflict…
Journaling during the divorce process can be a great way to move forward. This is because detailing your thoughts in a place that’s free of shame or judgment can help you process the trauma you need to in order to move forward. If you’re working with a therapist, journaling may…
It isn’t uncommon for a person’s mental health to take a turn for the worse during the divorce process. For a lot of people, divorce represents a big change along with a lot of unknowns. However, if you or your spouse have struggled with mental illness prior to the divorce…
Many people find divorce to be an incredibly difficult time. Even those who are going through an amicable divorce may struggle to get used to a new normal. However, those who are going through a divorce where there’s a higher level of conflict may struggle through the divorce process even…
Do you have a long list of exes who have either narcissistic personality features or a full-blown personality disorder? After marrying another person suffering from narcissistic personality disorder, you may be wondering if there’s something wrong with you, or if there’s a reason you keep picking the wrong person. But…
It’s frequently said that divorce is one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through. In fact, some studies suggest that the only thing worse than a divorce is the death of a child. Although it’s widely regarded as a very difficult process, many people feel as though…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends