A Comprehensive Guide to Your Next Steps Following Divorce
July 11, 2024
A Seattle family law attorney can help you move into the future with this comprehensive guide to your next steps following divorce.
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How to Approach your Partner for a Divorce
May 2, 2024
The thought of how to approach your partner for a divorce can be stressful, even if you believe they will take the news “well.” The upside is there are ways to communicate your intentions that can minimize the uncomfortable feelings you are experiencing while helping to make the conversation go more smoothly.
How to Apologize to Your Ex
October 27, 2022
Apologizing can be hard, especially if you have a contentious relationship with the person you are apologizing to. If you want to have a polite
The Impact of One Spouse’s Significant Illness on Marriage: Strengthening Your Relationship During a Stressful Time
July 21, 2022
One spouse’s diagnosis of a significant illness can impact a marriage in substantial ways. According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine,
How Long Does Divorce Grief Last?
June 16, 2022
The decision to move forward with a divorce is often a difficult one. The end of a marriage can affect your perspective on the memories
7 Pieces of Practical Advice for Letting Go of Shame After Divorce
May 5, 2022
After divorce, it is common to experience feelings of shame. That shame could arise from multiple sources, including feeling that you let your spouse or
Getting Divorced? It’s Time To Let Your Wildflowers Grow
April 8, 2021
No one gets married with the expectation they will divorce, and the circumstances surrounding divorce are often unpredictable and heartbreaking. The good news is your divorce doesn’t just mark the end of your marriage. It can also signify the beginning of a period of growth for you.
Imposter Syndrome: How It’s Holding You Back With Your Divorce, and How You Can Overcome It
February 23, 2021
According to researchers, imposter syndrome or imposter phenomenon (IP) “is a motivational disposition in which persons who have achieved some level of success feel like fakes or imposters.” It’s a behavior that describes those who, despite achieving high levels of success on standardized tests, earning advanced degrees, and receiving professional recognition for their accomplishments from colleagues or organizations, still fail to experience a sense of success internally. And I see it affect people during the divorce process all the time.
You Have Kids. Should You Date Before Finalizing Your Divorce?
February 2, 2021
You’re getting divorced, and it’s the first time you’ve been single in years. You’re thinking about starting to date but are wondering whether this is a good idea or not. You anticipate your divorce taking a while, and worry about putting your dating life on hold for months, even years. So how do you decide if now’s the right time to dip your toe in the dating pool?
3 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Staying in a Bad Marriage for the Kids
January 13, 2021
You’re at lunch with your friends. Or on the phone with your mother. You get to talking about what a jerk your spouse is and how you wish you weren’t with them anymore. You rattle off a laundry list of reasons why you can’t stand them. In isolation, none of the reasons seem too bad. Taken together, the thought of this person walking through the door at night sickens you to the point of contempt. And you haven’t even gotten to the quality of your sex life — or lack of it.