Self Improvement
Why resentment is the number one marriage killer
July 19, 2017
According to Stanford University, “…nearly 70% of women initiated a divorce.” Psychologists argue that this is the result of building resentment resulting from years of emotional miscommunication. Women typically seek deep levels of emotional connection, including support, which often goes unmet ...
Three Types of Friends That Are Unhelpful in a Divorce
June 28, 2017
During a life-changing event such as divorce it is normal to seek guidance and support from friends. For the most part this support is beneficial but there are those friends, who despite their best intentions, create negative energy and may impede your judgment in the divorce process. The fr...
Why Parental Alienation is Harmful and How to Avoid it
June 10, 2017
Parental alienation occurs when a child, during a high conflict divorce, aligns himself or herself on the side of one parent to the detriment of their relationship with/completely alienation of the other parent. There are concrete steps you can take to avoid this situation, as it is harmful for a...
Divorce Teaches Us What is Important
April 2, 2017
Divorce isn't happy but divorce can teach us all a whole heck of a lot about happiness. For better or worse, divorce is one of the quickest ways to find out what is important to you. Negotiating a separation from a life partner really puts things into perspective regarding the fragility and unpr...
Therapy – Be the Best You
March 25, 2017
This week, actress, singer, and most followed person on Instagram, Selena Gomez revealed that she attends 5 sessions of therapy per week. Gomez has been candid about her struggles with depression and anxiety, especially after her Lupus diagnosis last year and hopes that being open about her thera...
Thinking About Divorce? Top Tips from a Family Law Professional
February 24, 2017
We have already shared our guide to selecting divorce professionals, but perhaps you are not quite ready to move into the divorce category. What should you keep in mind while weighing your options? Our Divorce Attorneys weigh in: No Sudden Moves: Don't relocate from the family home, make larg...
Are You a Nasty Woman?
January 25, 2017
I have concluded that being a nasty woman comes down to a single defining characteristic: complete lack of interest in validation from men. There are many powerful and inspirational women in this country that will never have the title of “nasty woman.” We have feminist icons like Gloria Steinem ...
New Year, New You: 5 Ways a Divorce Can Inspire Positive Change in Your Life
January 10, 2017
Every divorce is different and brings unique challenges. However, with every breakup comes a re-definition, a movement when you move from being a couple to an individual. While it is not unusual to experience feelings of loss, loneliness, or grief, this can also be a time of self-reflection and growth. So how do you ring in the New Year with a new and improved you? Today, I share my top five tips for moving on from divorce with grace, joy, and, yes, enthusiasm.
Communicating with your Angry Ex
January 8, 2017
As divorce attorneys are well versed in the numerous and varied reasons that couples split. Many of the same issues that led to divorce may resurface and could be exacerbated by the divorce process. What is a person to do when they are again on the receiving end of their soon-to-be-ex's anger, bl...
The 5 C’s of Conflict Communication
December 5, 2016
As Family Law Attorneys who believe strongly in reducing conflict we are constantly looking out for recommendations for our clients regarding their communication skills. Even where a relationship may be over, clients may still face co-parenting in a relationship where tensions run high. Lisa Ga...