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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 โ 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 โ and most misunderstood โ 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 โ not a competition.
Jenny Says So: The Post-Divorce Set-Up Parade
What do you do when everyone wants to set you up โ 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 โ 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
I thought the betrayal was the affair. I was wrong.
I thought the betrayal was the affair. I was wrong. by Lori Heller, Divorce Coach
When "Fuck It" Becomes a Way Forward
Amy Schwartz founded Fuck It Inc after a life-changing crisis. Her bold jewelry brand helps people let go, move forward, and choose themselves.
Rethinking Divorce: A Smarter, More Human Approach to Restructuring Families
Rethinking Divorce: A Smarter, More Human Approach to Restructuring Families by Rosemarie Ferrante of Divorce Mediation Center of Fairfield County, LLC
Book Writing: Week 6
Week 6 of writing Divorce Happens is IN THE BOOKS ๐
Every week weโre dropping in to tell you how itโs going. The important stuff, obviously.
Book Writing: Week 5
Week 5 of writing Divorce Happens is IN THE BOOKS ๐
Every week weโre dropping in to tell you how itโs going. The important stuff, obviously.
When Addiction Becomes the Third Partner in a Marriage Understanding Addiction Abuse and the Hidden Harm Loved Ones Experience
When Addiction Becomes the Third Partner in a Marriage Understanding Addiction Abuse and the Hidden Harm Loved Ones Experience by Meredith Beardmore, Therapist
What Happens When Youโre a Stepparent - and Youโre Getting Divorced
What Happens When Youโre a Stepparent - and Youโre Getting Divorced by Meg Priest, Divorce Coach
Why is There So Much Shame Around Divorce?
Why is There So Much Shame Around Divorce? by Meg Priest, Divorce Coach
When Divorce Crosses the Line Into Fear
When Divorce Crosses the Line Into Fear by Ksenia Muench, Divorce Coach
Nobody Brought A Casserole When My Family Died
Nobody Brought A Casserole When My Family Died by Ksenia Muench, Divorce Coach
Expert Feature David Fein, Divorce Mediator and Family Law Attorney
In an insightful interview, David Fein, a Divorce Mediator and Family Law Attorney, discusses his unique approach to helping families navigate the complexities of divorce. With a focus on structured solutions, he empowers clients to transition smoothly, prioritizing their long-term well-being and harmony.
Review: Sexual Pleasure For Dummies by Myisha Battle
Here's what nobody tells you when your marriage ends: you get to rediscover yourself. All of yourself.
That's why I picked up Sexual Pleasure For Dummies by Myisha Battle โ and why I'd hand it to every person who's come out the other side of a long-term relationship wondering, so... who am I now?
This is a permission slip. A practical one, with real tools and zero judgment.
Five stars. No notes.
Hey Olivia: I'm Watching Myself Sink Into Debt in Real Time
A reader asks how to survive a high-conflict divorce when her ex has all the resources โ and all the leverage.
What People Donโt Understand about working with a High-conflict divorce coach with Rina Groeneveld
In an insightful discussion, Rina Groeneveld, a High-conflict Divorce Coach, reveals the overlooked complexities of divorce. She emphasizes that the journey involves emotional turmoil and legal challenges, discouraging simplistic views that divorce is a clean break. Instead, she encourages strategic communication and thorough documentation.
5 Tips From a Divorce Professional with Kristina St. Cyr, Certified Divorce Coach
In a heartfelt interview, Kristina St. Cyr, a Certified Divorce Coach, shares five essential tips to navigate the complexities of divorce. She emphasizes emotional clarity, prioritizing self-care, and the importance of focused decision-making for individuals facing this significant life transition.