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- Grandparents Can Help Grandchildren Cope with Parent’s Divorce! - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Rosalind SedaccaToo often, grandparents are caught in drama between parents during and after their divorce. While they want to help in any way they can, many grandparents just don’t know how to ease the hurt, confusion and other emotions affecting their innocent grandkids. Since every divorce is unique there ...
Views: 32 - Instant Gratification BUT what IS best for me? PART II - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Adele TheronAs human beings we can tend to become fascinated by ourselves and our stories and can allow ourselves to become too self-indulgent and it can be destructive. As long as we recognise the vision of where we want and need to be and what it takes to get there, the time that you determine it to take ...
Views: 27 - Surviving Divorce - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Cindy CrawfordNearly seventeen years ago my world changed. I experienced a pain in my heart that was utterly unbearable. Sometimes I walked around in a daze, going through the motions of my daily routine. I was physically present, although I was mentally, emotionally and spiritually bankrupt. “How could ...
Views: 32 - How to Decide When to End a Long Term Relationship - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Joshua UebergangBeing in a long term relationship can have so many wonderful aspects. People fall in love and remain together all the time. However, being in a long term relationship can also become stale and boring. There are times when stale and boring can be fixed, and there are times when other issues mean ...
Views: 66 - Alimony - What You Need To Know - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlayDivorce cases consist of a series of significant, consequential judgments that can affect one or both spouses. Questions about child custody, and property division are usually the highlights of a case. In some cases, however, the judge can include it as a stipulation in a family court ...
Views: 58 - Tips for Coping With a Divorce - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlayIf you are going through a divorce, then you understand that it is an emotional time in your life. No matter why you are separating from your spouse, it is a difficult and draining process. It is very important that you take the steps necessary to protect your emotional and physical health ...
Views: 58 - What Is Divorce Mediation? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlayIf you and your spouse are getting a divorce, then you may be searching for the best way to resolve your problems and divide up your shared estate, without having to go before a court of law. Divorce mediation is way for the both of you to sit down together, outside of a court of law to discuss ...
Views: 55 - Innovative Study on Career and Divorce - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlaySpending eight hours in an office, day after day, has the ability to slip into and influence every aspect of an employee's life, and a marriage is no exception. Could a person's career choice directly determine how likely they are to divorce? Professor emeritus at Radford University Mike ...
Views: 51 - Phases To Breakup - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith Barlay"Families break up when they get hints you don't intend and miss hints that you do."(Robert Frost) Nowadays we witness many cases where couples breakup or divorce and it often comes as a surprise to us, because until that moment we had no clue about it. Still, there are always warning signs ...
Views: 65 - Common Legal Services - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlayLawyers are able to provide a number of legal services which will enable you to smoothly and efficiently resolve disputes. They will also be able to provide guidance regarding a number of legal matters. This article takes a look at some of the most common types of legal services that are ...
Views: 61 - Not the Divorce Word! - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Smith BarlayWhen you are considering a divorce it seems that all you can think about is what's going to happen if you stay or if you go. You are plagued with an un-ending supply of "what if " You are unhappy with the way things are and you wish things were the way they were when you first fell in ...
Views: 45 - The Divorce Process - How to Deal With Anger During a Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Smith BarlayMost people get into a marriage with the hope and wish of a forever and lasting relationship. However, divorce does not resonate with this philosophy. It no longer rhymes with this wishful thinking. The anger you feel in during your divorce process is in part due to grieving of a loss of ...
Views: 54 - Adult Children of Late Life Parental Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayLiterature on divorce and its impact on young children and adolescents is voluminous. To a lesser extent, there is some literature specific to college age students. Even longitudinal studies commonly end during the college age years. But what about the offspring that are twenty-three years or ...
Views: 56 - Suggested Reading List for Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayClients often ask for a reading list to help not only themselves but their children understand and manage their emotions during this time.Here is a list of some books that you may find helpful: For the adult going through divorce... Rebuilding: When Your Relationship Ends by Bruce ...
Views: 50 - Why You Should Call a Private Investigator Before Filing for Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayIt is common for adults thinking about filing for divorce to be overwhelmed with emotion and anxiety. A divorce is a major life event, and making the decision to pursue this option can be stressful. However, whether you are still thinking about pursuing divorce or have already finalized your ...
Views: 47 - Weekends and Divorce - 5 Tips for Survival - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayClients who are divorcing or just divorced frequently find it is very difficult to get through the weekends, especially at first. That was a "together" time where things were done as a couple or as a family. Here are five tips to help you adjust to a different lifestyle: 1) Have a plan in ...
Views: 45 - 3 Things One Should Think Over Before Heading For Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayIrreconcilable differences are the reason commonly cited for divorce. It is very disheartening to see two people, who immensely loved each other, shared happiness and sorrow, been together for a fairly long time, decide to part ways. One question that comes to my mind is how can love fail? ...
Views: 56 - Relationship Advice - A Guide for Men Getting Over Divorce - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayThere is no question men and women often respond differently to the breakup of a relationship. There is no uniform way for all men and all women to react after a relationship is over. Everyone is different, just like every relationship is different. The first thing a man needs to acknowledge ...
Views: 39 - Building Confidence - The Key To A Healthy Relationship - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayThere are many men and women in this world who have all the confidence in the world. Every time they look at themselves in front of the mirror, they cannot help but to feel impressed with how truly special and amazing they are. It would be nice if all of us in this giant world could feel the ...
Views: 50 - Helpful Advice On Survival After Legal Separation - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayDivorce is never easy. When you do not get along with your spouse, you cannot wait to get this divorce done and over with. However, once you are actually divorced and separated, you face new challenges. You have to get used the fact that you are no longer part of a partnership. The face that you ...
Views: 44 - Relationship Advice - Breaking Up Gracefully: Can It Be Done? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayBreakups are never a fun time for anyone involved. Whether you are the one doing the breaking up, or the other person has broken up with you, it's just a difficult time to go through. However, sometimes we make it a lot more difficult on ourselves by acting immature during and after the process ...
Views: 45 - How to Prepare Yourself for a Divorce Hearing - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayDivorce hearings are key determinants of how successful you will be in your settlement. If you or your ex-spouse couldn't come up with a suitable agreement and ended up going to trial, then it is the hearings that will decide who gets custody over your child, how assets will be divided, and how ...
Views: 36 - Getting a Divorce! How to Let Go of Your Ex - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayGetting past the divorce or breakup is an emotional journey. There are stages that one goes through while releasing and letting go of a loved one. A certain amount of grieving is expected, normal, and necessary before reaching a point of letting go. Similar to a physical wound on your body, it ...
Views: 40 - 3 Tips to Help You "Win" in Your Divorce Proceedings - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayWinning in your divorce proceedings depends on how well prepared you are. During a divorce, it helps immensely if you are prepared with legal knowledge, an attorney and guidance by those whom have been in this difficult situation before. These factors can make a huge difference in your divorce ...
Views: 34 - The Relationship Compass - Should You Be Headed Into or Out of Your Relationship? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith Barlay"The only investors staying the course are those with a broken compass." -- from an ad for BNY Mellon When I saw this ad it immediately made me think about people who enter and/or stay in unhealthy, unhappy relationships. Some people seem to have a broken Relationship Compass. They enter ...
Views: 37 - When Divorce Is Not A Choice - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Smith BarlayEvery other person that one comes across is a marriage counselor too eager to advise you to fight tooth and nail to preserve one's marriage. They sound like they have professionally trained to argue for marriage, for they tend to go on and on about its being a precious social institution that ...
Views: 29 - Dear Dr. Romance: Should a Mother Push Her Daughter to Contact Her Estranged Father? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: If the child has not had a real relationship with her father for many years and does not see him more than 2 times per year, should a mother keep pushing a relationship with the father and child? Will it do more harm than good? Dear Reader: There is no way I ...
Views: 131(4 votes) - Instant Gratification vs. a Long term Strategy… what’s best? PART I - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Adele TheronInstant rewards and instant healing has a much nicer ring to it, then the words combined; LONG – TERM. However if waiting that particular extended time will further HELP in the long run it stirs the question if waiting is more worthwhile. But how do you determine what works best for you? When ...
Views: 116(2 votes) - 3 Smart Moves for Women who are Separating - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Nancy KayIf you are considering separating from your husband, you are probably overwhelmed with the emotional swings of wondering what will happen next. You may not even want a divorce and are trying hard to reconcile. During a time like this, you may not realize just how critical it is to take ...
Views: 182(1 vote) - How Divorce Disputes Can Be Resolved Through Mediation - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Diane CaudillAll marriages should be all about the fairy tale, but this is not always the case. Obviously, reality is hardly ever that way. Money and raising kids are often tense issues a lot of couples fight over which can be rather challenging. Issues that couples fight over are common everyday issues. ...
Views: 38 - Is Your Ex in Arrears? Contact A Child Support Attorney Today! - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from George PatelThere are over two million weddings each year in America. Nearly half of them end in divorce, making dissolution of marriage cases quite common in family courts. Though each is different and unique, cases that involve children are more complicated, since one parent typically files for custody. ...
Views: 40 - How Mediation Can Settle Legal Matters In A Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Diane CaudillThere is a reason the divorce rates are really high in the United States. When the honeymoon phase of a marriage is over, the couple will begin to really tackle issues that they will face as the years roll by. This includes things like finance, buying and owning property and having kids. In ...
Views: 119 - Letting Go of Anger - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Cheryl CoffeyAnger is normal and even healthy when used as a catalyst for change and growth. The problem arises when we allow ourselves to get stuck in anger and the story that’s behind it. In the beginning, we may fool ourselves into believing our anger is directed outward, but over time we are the ...
Views: 73 - How To Heal a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Gustavo CastanerHaving a broken heart is one of the most painful experiences in life and when it happens it seems that you will never get over it. How to heal a broken heart seems even more challenging than the actual heartbreak experience because it is prolonged and re-lived over and over again. The knot in ...
Views: 230(3 votes) - Cutting Cords To Past Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Gustavo CastanerOne of the most important things a person can do for their relationship evolution is cutting cords that still bind them to previous relationships and prevent them from completing those relationships in the highest of ways. Most people do not realize that when you have a relationship with someone ...
Views: 203 - Do You Feel Trapped in a Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Darlene LancerDo you feel trapped in a relationship you can’t leave? Of course, feeling trapped is a state of mind. No one needs consent to leave a relationship. Millions of people remain in unhappy relationships that range from empty to abusive for many reasons; however, the feeling of suffocation or of ...
Views: 231 - You are stronger than you think… - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Adele TheronJust like the picture, finding your strength and realising your attributes are found through the struggles and the pain in life. Not when things are easy and you FEEL you are at your strongest. It is through the weak moments that you learn and become stronger because of those circumstances. A ...
Views: 121(1 vote) - Just Married But Afterwards Divorced - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheLife will always be life and as such we do experience happy moments and unhappy moments. Have you ever read an article somewhere about the shortest marriages? If you haven't then you'll be surprised to learn some of the marriages that lasted for only 24 hours, nine days and less than six ...
Views: 70 - 10 Ways to Cope During and After a Divorce - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from Eric C. CheshireDealing with divorce is challenging in every respect. Divorce can be one of the most stressful times in a person’s life and simply coping with resulting changes in lifestyle and day-to-day routines becomes the new norm for a period of time. In fact, studies have shown that a newly divorced ...
Views: 66 - Effects of Divorce on Children - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from Eric C. CheshireEffects of Divorce on Children For a married couple with children, the impact of the divorce on children should be one of the biggest concerns when the question of a divorce is raised. Research shows that a child's reaction to divorce is greatly shaped by a number of factors, including age, ...
Views: 74 - ***Should Your Marriage Be Saved? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from Drs. Charles and Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We have said for many years, “Most marriages and relationships are worth saving and can be saved, but not all!” Here’s what we mean. In the case of abuse – sexual, physical, mental – many failing marriages and relationships are simply not worth ...
Views: 204(9 votes) - How listening to music can help healing - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Adele TheronMusic is – The art or science of combining vocal or instrumental sounds (or both) to produce beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotion. Music is an incredible aspect of life that is quite often not recognised of it true potential and value it holds. According to an article on “Mail ...
Views: 225(3 votes) - Factors Determining Type and Amount of Alimony - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Eric C. CheshireAs in any legal matter, you are best prepared when you know the facts. Here is what you need to know about , the determination process and the factors taken into consideration during that process. In most instances when a marriage is dissolved in Florida, the factors in determining alimony ...
Views: 71 - Letting Go of an Unsatisfying Intimate Relationship: Why Many Don’t Have the Courage for & why it is Healthy and Important - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2013 from Doron GilAt times, letting go is very healthy. Yet there are many who don’t have the courage to let go, and they resort to various reasons and justifications to explain – to themselves and to others – why they stay stuck in a bad relationship. While staying they might be “obsessed” about their partner, ...
Views: 225 - Dr. Romance Video: Reluctant to Marry Again - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo view the video, click here. Video: Dear Dr. Romance , I'm reluctant to get married again. When a relationship that probably began in hope and joy has ended in failure, grief and pain, It's very understandable to be concerned about repeating an action that was so hurtful. ...
Views: 241(4 votes) - Learning To Be Alone - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Virginia PintoBeing alone isn’t necessarily a weakness; it can be a sign of strength. A person who has learned to find and value himself or herself in solitude has also overcome many fears. They have understood that they do not need to rely on another person to be happy, even if they choose to share their ...
Views: 246(1 vote) - How To Prepare Yourself For A Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Scott DavisWhen it's clear that a marriage is over and you have exhausted all other options, such as counseling and therapy, a divorce may be the last and only resort. However, coming to grips with that fact can be a difficult process. Here are a few steps you can take to prepare yourself, personally and ...
Views: 159 - The One Word You Can Use to Magnetize the Right Man - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Bobbi PalmerA single man I know once said: If a woman I'm interested in doesn't seem to love herself, why should I love her...and trying to convince her that she's great would be too exhausting. When a man meets this kind of woman he may be attracted initially, but after figuring out that she is a ...
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