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Coercive Control and School Avoidance
Coercive Control and School Avoidance by Lisa Happ, Divorce Coach of Lisa Happ Coaching
Divorce Myths We Are Officially Breaking Up With
Divorce Myths We Are Officially Breaking Up With by Lori Heller, Divorce Coach of Lori Heller Divorce Coaching
Thankful-ish: A Gratitude Mad Lib
Need a little distraction? Our madlib is here for you, friend.
Hey Olivia: How to Ask a Loving Sister for Space After Divorce
Your sister is texting daily, dropping by unannounced, and asking if youโre okay a hundred times a week. It comes from love, but itโs a lot. Olivia explains why needing quiet isnโt a betrayal of that love, and how one honest, gentle text can protect the relationship instead of hurting it.
December in the Divorce Happens Community
This November, the Divorce Happens Community is digging into "Who Showed Up," a theme about the friendships that surprised us, the ones that quietly disappeared, and everything in between.
Divorce 101: N Is for Negotiation (and November)
November is a month of tension and transition, which makes it a fitting time to talk about negotiation, the process where much of divorce actually gets decided. Whether it happens through attorneys, in mediation, or at a settlement conference, negotiation isnโt about winning or losing. Itโs about reaching workable agreements and keeping decisions in the hands of the people who will live with them. Preparation, clear priorities, and patience matter more than force.
Jenny Says So: When Family Trashes Your Ex in Front of the Kids
A readerโs mom and sibling keep criticizing her ex in front of the kids, and they think theyโre helping. In this monthโs Jenny Says So, Jenny explains how to draw a firm line without debating your exโs merits, and offers a script for the pushback thatโs sure to follow.
Letter from the Editor: Thank You, In Practice
November Letter from the Editor
November asks us to feel grateful, which can be a lot to ask in the middle of a divorce. In this monthโs letter, Editor in Chief Jenny Dreizen suggests a gentler approach: noticing one small thing that went okay, and letting that be enough. She also thanks the experts, supporters and everyday helpers who make this work possible.
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Podcast Spotlight: The Families First Podcast hosted by Ron Platt
Podcast Spotlight: The Families First Podcast from โRon Platt of National Association for Single and Divorced Families
Here's How Working With a Divorce Coach Can Help You
Here's How Working With a Divorce Coach Can Help You by Cherie Morris, Divorce Coach of Dear Divorce Coach
The Problem With Asking AI for Divorce Advice
The Problem With Asking AI for Divorce Advice by Elise Buie, Family Law and Divorce Attorney
Your Divorce Task List, One Small Piece at a Time
A free divorce task list of 48 small, practical steps, from finding paperwork to organizing your finances. Sort by how much time you have, or download the full printable PDF checklist.
My Wife Just Told Me She Wants a Divorce. What Do I Do?
Your wife just told you she wants a divorce. Here's how to respond, what to know about the kids and the house, and where to find support for yourself.
My Husband Just Told Me He Wants a Divorce. What Do I Do?
Your husband just told you he wants a divorce. Here's how to get through the first days, what not to sign, and how to get clear on money and support.
My Spouse Just Told Me They Want a Divorce. What Do I Do?
Your spouse just told you they want a divorce. Here's what to do first: how to respond, what not to agree to yet, and where to find support.
Can Men Use Fresh Starts Registry? Divorce Support for Men
Yes, men can use Fresh Starts Registry. Here's how men can make a divorce registry, find divorce professionals, and get support after divorce.
Is a Divorce Registry Tacky? (And Other Questions People Are Too Polite to Ask)
Wondering if a divorce registry is tacky or selfish? Honest answers on etiquette, timing, how to share your registry, and who it's for.
How to Start Over After Divorce
Starting over after divorce happens in two layers: the practical and the personal. Here's where to begin with your home, money, identity, and support.
I Told Her I Want a Divorce
You've told your wife you want a divorce. Here's how to handle the days that follow: living together, money, the kids, and finding support for yourself.
I Told Him I Want a Divorce
You've told your husband you want a divorce. Here's what to focus on next: the first few days, housing, the kids, and building your support team.