When you get through your divorce and enter the post-divorce period, it is common and even expected to still have lingering tensions and negative feelings toward your co-parent. Some people can adjust more quickly than others and move on to cooperative co-parenting in...
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Divorce
How can you establish financial independence before divorce?
Regardless of your role in your marriage — be it breadwinner, co-contributor or dependent — it is important that you take steps to establish financial independence as soon after you decide to file for divorce as possible. There are several key steps you can take to do...
What is bird nesting, and is it right for our divorcing family?
Creating a new life after divorce is challenging, but approaching parenting after divorce may be one of the most difficult aspects for many families. Not only must you get used to single parenting, but you also must figure out what the day-to-day mechanics will look...
Can mediation help your child through the custody process?
When making life plans with a spouse, you likely do not factor in the possibility of getting a divorce. Unfortunately, this is the reality that many people face every day: having to restructure their plans around a split. This is especially difficult if you have...
What is emotional cheating?
Infidelity can have a devastating impact on a marriage. However, not all cheating involves physical affairs. According to Healthline, relationships are also negatively impacted by emotional cheating. While falling short of physical infidelity, emotional affairs can...
A look at parenting time plans
Whether you recently finished the divorce process and have concerns about custody or visitation or you are thinking about ending your marriage and you worry about how the court will award custody, it is important to go over various legal topics related to custody. For...
Tips to help minimize stress during and after your divorce
A Florida divorce can negatively impact a person’s self-image. Keeping up a strong front, focusing on work and transitioning to single life takes a toll on your emotional and mental state. Learning to take care of yourself and move forward is crucial for maintaining a...
How can you tell your children about your divorce?
Talking to your children about your upcoming divorce can potentially seem intimidating, but it does not have to be a negative experience. Staying respectful and open while discussing the topic can help reassure your children there is nothing to feel scared about. Stay...
Why should you stay off Facebook during your divorce?
In these days when everyone uses social media, you likely have a very active Facebook account. If you plan on divorcing any time in the reasonably foreseeable future, however, you may wish to seriously consider staying off Facebook and all other social media until...
Think twice before recording: Florida’s laws on wiretapping
Thanks to advancements in technology, today’s devices are multi-functional. In addition to being a telephone, camera, planner, translator and radio, many devices also serve as recording devices. As a result, the temptation to record conversations — especially by...
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