There is no way around it; divorce when children are involved is a nasty business. That one time the child fell from the tree while playing (something we all experienced sometime before the video-game days) has suddenly become the focus of an overpaid lawyer trying to win custody for her client.  >> more

When you stood on the aisle in front of God and your friends; decided that the person holding your hand was you forever person…you never thought of divorce. But probably more than half of the people witnessing this special event were thinking in their own heads whether or not you would actually make it!  >> more

How about honesty? Rather than worrying about how to go about asking a divorce – how about just doing it! Men are probably the world’s worst communicators and they either over or under think every conversation in their life.  >> more

Whenever a couple has children it stands to reason that every last attempt to save a marriage should be made. Kids definitely make reasons to try and reconcile a marriage.  >> more

If you are thinking about getting a divorce but are waiting until the children are older or hesitate because you are worried about the effects of divorce on your children; don’t! Here’s why!  >> more

By the time a women is thinking about how to tell their husband they want a divorce; there is usually very little that the man can do to change their mind! It’s all too little too late!  >> more

So Is the Marriage worth Saving? If the one asking the question feels that the benefits of being with their spouse greatly outweighs the negative than take measures to save it.  >> more

Another way to know if it is time to bail on a marriage is if one spouse is caught in a time warp, unwilling to forget or forgive a certain instance or moment. If one spouse holds something over the others head (cheating for instance) and refuses to let it go or forgive it is best to go ahead and get out of the relationship.  >> more

Just recently my very best friend shared the shocking news that she and her husband were getting divorced. They had been married for 18 years, had what appeared to be a seamless marriage, 3 incredible children and were always laughing. I never saw it coming and I thought at first that she was joking.  >> more

Before asking for a divorce, you have to sit down and measure your feelings, anticipate the future, prepare some answers to questions, and decide what you’re prepared to settle for regarding division of property and assets, and visitation rights.  >> more

Discussing the grounds for divorce is a touchy subject. It is painful for the couple, unfair and confusing for the children, a disappointment for society. Marriage, after all, is an institution that constitutes the moral fiber of communities. When that institution is compromised, society, not just one family, is affected.  >> more

Initiating the trial separation requires planning.  The classic packing of bags and the “I’m leaving you because I need time to myself” is too sudden an announcement.  Couples must agree to a trial separation calmly, intelligently and sincerely.  >> more 

Sometimes dividing the assets can be easy when everyone agrees. Other times, you may need to fight for every penny that is yours. A lot depends on your ex-spouse.  >> more

Being civil during a divorce is absolutely one of the most difficult aspects of severing the knot, but it is also one of the most enriching ways to get through the divorce with your sanity intact.  >> more

Recovering from divorce takes you through four major phases: denial, depression, withdrawal, and recovery. As you go through these stages, take comfort in knowing that many people have gone through separation before you.  >> more