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Expert Feature Ron Platt, National Association for Single and Divorced Families
In an insightful conversation, Ron Platt, of National Association for Single and Divorced Families, reveals the significance of support systems during life transitions such as divorce. He emphasizes integrating advocacy and financial security, highlighting how NASDF uniquely equips clients with essential resources to facilitate smoother transitions and enhance their well-being.
A Gray Rainbow Divorce: Coming Out and Divorcing Midlife
At 49, after twenty-nine years married, Kristen made a decision that changed everything — and finally let her become herself.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney as an LGBTQ Person
Finding the right divorce attorney is one of the most important decisions you'll make during this process. For LGBTQ+ people, that search comes with an additional layer — because not every attorney who is technically qualified is actually equipped to handle the specific legal and personal nuances your case may involve. Here are eight questions to ask before you sign anything.
LGBTQ+ Divorce 101: What's Different, What's the Same, and What You Need to Know
Divorce is hard. Full stop. And while the emotional terrain of uncoupling — the grief, the relief, the reinvention — is universal, there are real and important ways that LGBTQ divorce can look different from what most mainstream resources describe. If you're navigating the end of a same-sex marriage or LGBTQ+ partnership, here are six things worth knowing.
You Were Never Supposed to Do This Alone
You Were Never Supposed to Do This Alone by Taylor Beck of Revive & Rise Coaching
Divorce Doesn't Look One Way — and Neither Does Starting Over
June Letter from the Editor
Marriage equality was a landmark — but equality in dissolution hasn't caught up. In this issue's editor's letter, Jenny Dreizen calls out the legal gaps, professional blind spots, and lack of affirming support that LGBTQ+ individuals still face when a marriage ends. Finding the right attorney or therapist shouldn't be a second battle. Divorce doesn't look one way — neither does starting over."
Divorce Guide: 10 Essential Questions to Ask a Relationship Coach While Navigating Your Divorce
Discover the 10 essential questions to ask a relationship coach while navigating your divorce to find the right support for healing, rebuilding confidence, and improving communication. Learn how their experience, coaching strategies, and emotional sensitivity can help you move forward stronger and more self-aware.
Hey Olivia: What Actually Happens to Family Heirlooms When You Get Divorced?
A reader wants to know how divorce handles the things that matter most — and discovers this is one of the most emotionally complicated questions nobody prepares you for.
Divorce 101: J Is for Joint Custody (and June)
Joint custody is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — concepts in divorce. It doesn't automatically mean a 50/50 split. It's not a scorecard. And it's not a measure of parental worth. This piece breaks down what joint custody actually means, why the distinction between legal and physical custody matters, and how to think about it as a framework — not a competition.
Jenny Says So: The Post-Divorce Set-Up Parade
What do you do when everyone wants to set you up — but you're still figuring out who you are post-divorce? In this column, Jenny tackles the pressure to date before you're ready, why your timeline isn't anyone else's business, and the exact scripts to shut it down with grace. Kindness doesn't require compliance.
Review: Unfuck Your Parenting by Bonnie Scott & Faith G. Harper
I'm just going to say it: the title is perfect. Because sometimes that's exactly what parenting feels like — something that needs unfucking. Urgently. Bonnie Scott and Dr. Faith G. Harper are parents and therapists, writing from two of the most useful vantage points imaginable. They're not handing you an idealized vision of what parenting should look like. They're meeting you in the chaos of what it actually is. Raise good humans. Stay a whole person while you do it. This book helps with both.
How to find an LGBTQ+-affirming personal trainer or gym in your area
How to find an LGBTQ+-affirming personal trainer or gym in your area by Rebecca Stewart of MovementFX, LLC
Divorce Happens: Survival Scenarios: “Help, my soon-to-be-ex-spouse changed the locks on our marital residence and I can’t get in!”
Divorce Happens: Survival Scenario – Help! My ex changed the locks. If you find yourself locked out during divorce, you’re not alone. Family Law Attorney Jessica Zadjura explains your rights, safe next steps, and what not to do if your ex changes the locks on the marital home so you can protect yourself and your belongings.
What to Consider When you’re Considering Divorce: Everything to Know About Mediation
What exactly is mediation, and how does it work? In this post, we’ll break down everything you need to know about mediation during divorce: the benefits, the process, and how it can potentially lead to a smoother transition for both parties. Whether you're just beginning to consider divorce or actively seeking alternatives to traditional litigation, understanding mediation can be a crucial part of your journey.
Divorce Guide: How to Re-evaluate Your Financial Goals After Your Divorce
In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the steps to revisit your financial goals after a divorce, identify areas for growth, and create a plan that aligns with your new circumstances. Whether you're focused on rebuilding savings, managing debt, or planning for the future, taking the time to reset your goals can empower you to move forward with confidence and clarity.
I'm Divorced, and Now What? 10 Essential Steps to Get Your Life in Order After Divorce
Divorce is a life-changing event that often comes with a whirlwind of emotions, decisions, and adjustments. Once the paperwork is finalized, you might feel a sense of relief, but it’s also the beginning of a new chapter that requires careful attention to some essential administrative tasks. Whether it’s updating your financial documents, revisiting your estate plan, or managing joint accounts, this is the time to take control of your future and set yourself up for stability and success.