The Divorce Question: To Change (Your Last Name) or Not to Change?
To change your last name after divorce may seem like a good idea. But before you do, be sure to weigh the pros and cons.
To change your last name after divorce may seem like a good idea. But before you do, be sure to weigh the pros and cons.
Money is always part of divorce, no matter how much money you make. But the focus on money often turns it into a proxy for other things.
You might be excited to move into life with your new partner, but his or her children may not be so thrilled. How can you create a loving, blended family?
Divorce is likely the most intense breakup you’ve ever experienced. Try tracking down some of these five things to make each day a little easier.
Divorce is very difficult for children, who have trouble with change and loss. Telling them about your divorce is a big deal, and a lot of thought should go into how and when that happens.
Divorce makes such an impact on your emotional self. This enormous wave crashes into you and there is no escape. You can only swim through and hope there is a nice beach with shady trees on the other side.
Coping with the emotional ups and downs you’re about to experience in divorce will require many things, including support from friends and family and possibly therapy. One easy thing to help: write in a journal.
School is a second home for children. And when the true home is in turmoil because of divorce, that second home can become a refuge, or an outlet for negative feelings.
Grandparents are often not thought of at the start of the divorce process, but they can play a large role as things move forward.
“It’s good to talk to someone.” Blah, blah, blah, right? But there are good reasons to consider therapy during divorce.