Curated articles on coping with divorce
Perspectives · 20 of 869 in the catalog
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“What follows are the problems and the strategies that I found worked for me, with some important caveats, and offered up as information, not advice.”
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“Divorce is not a failure: Redefine failure and success for yourself and what you truly believe about life. Not what society tells us. There are many married people who are quietly miserable; is this success? Emotions are valid: Allow yourself to feel anger, sadness, and confusion without judgment.”
Read the original article →Natalie Maximets
onlinedivorce.com
Online Divorce | How to Cope With Divorce As a Man: 12 Survival Tips (NEW Guide)September 2019 · Updated January 2026
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“Remember that you can learn a lot about yourself after divorce and focus on moving forward through these stages of divorce. Though don't worry: in this article, we're not going to preach but rather provide you with actionable advice on how to move on with your life after divorce to go from husband to happy bachelor. You are going to inevitably grieve.”
Read the original article →Amy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
talkspace.com
How to Deal With Divorce [Coping Guide] — TalkspaceSeen August 2026
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“Having a few tricks at your fingertips might help you better navigate the divorce process. Use some or all of the following ideas if you or a family member is having a difficult time dealing with a recent (or past) divorce. Divorce can feel like a profound loss, and it’s important to allow yourself to grieve.”
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“You need to take the time to become reflective and self aware and to take responsibility for your part in the break up while learning eventually to forgive yourself as well as your partner. Forgiveness is the hard part but it is necessary if you are to become whole again and move forward with dignity, respect and kindness towards yourself.”
Read the original article →Michael P. Granata
dallasdivorcelawyer.com
How to Emotionally Handle Going Through a Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Moving ForwardJuly 2025
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“One of the most crucial steps in emotionally handling divorce is allowing yourself to feel whatever emotions arise without judgment. Society often pressures individuals to “move on quickly” or “stay strong,” but suppressing emotions can lead to prolonged healing and potential mental health issues down the road. Give yourself permission to grieve the end of your marriage.”
Read the original article →Katie Dashtban
feelinggoodtherapy.com
Life After Divorce: 12 Steps to Slow But Steady Recovery – Feeling Good TherapySeen August 2026
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“While you will definitely face challenges as you start anew, you can find your way to a slow but steady recovery: Just like any kind of loss, you need to allow yourself to grieve over divorce. Lie on your bed the whole day. Eat a tub of ice cream while watching sad movies.”
Read the original article →Cheryl Bucker
cheryllaw.com
First Steps Towards Divorce | A Broward County, FL Guide | Cheryl BuckerSeen August 2026
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“Obtain a copy of your credit score, bank statements, mortgage information, loan agreements and other financial documents. Get a copy of your prenuptial agreement or any other marital agreement if you have one. Make a list of every asset and debt you own jointly and separately, including retirement accounts, business interests and real estate properties.”
Read the original article →Jesse Hernandez
elevatemh.com
Life After Divorce: What to Expect and How to Get Help With Men's Therapy in San Antonio, TX | San Antonio & Kerrville, TX | Elevate Mental HealthSeen August 2026
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“In many ways, it’s the start of a new chapter, one that gives you the chance to grow, learn, and rebuild on a healthier foundation. Let’s explore what men often go through after divorce, why it looks different for them, and how you can move forward with strength and hope with men’s therapy in San Antonio, TX.”
Read the original article →Erin Levine
hellodivorce.com
The Best Divorce Advice Ever Given or Received | Hello DivorceSeen August 2026
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“Things will unfold, and soon it will be over. You cannot get back the time you wasted worrying about things out of your control. Divorce can be a rebirth, so start reinventing yourself to be the best you for your next relationship.”
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“More women are pursuing higher education and career opportunities, providing them with the financial stability needed to support themselves and their children independently. This economic empowerment gives women the confidence to leave unhappy or unhealthy marriages without the fear of financial insecurity. Additionally, the gender wage gap, while still present, has been narrowing, further enabling women to stand on their own financially.”
Read the original article →Ashley Garrett
garrettcounseling.com
Overcoming and Healing From Divorce Trauma | Garrett CounselingSeen August 2026
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“Now that we know divorce can be traumatic, how do we overcome and heal from divorce trauma? First, let’s distinguish between “overcome” and “heal.” When I say “overcome,” I am referring to the process of getting past the divorce, pushing through the traumatic events. When I say “heal,” I am referring to the attempts to process the trauma after overcoming it and healing from the damage it has caused.”
Read the original article →Figs O'Sullivan
empathi.com
Getting Back Together After Divorce: 5 Powerful Signs of HopeSeen August 2026
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“The couple who came back from separate states did not come back because they forgot why they divorced. They came back because they finally understood the mechanism that had been destroying them, and they learned to interrupt it. You keep wondering if giving up was a mistake. Talk it through with Figlet.”
Read the original article →Joe Dillon
equitablemediation.com
How To Prepare For Divorce as a Man: Strategic Advice for Men from a Veteran MediatorSeen August 2026
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“If you are action-oriented, like so many other men, you might want to hire a divorce mediator or family law attorney right away to get the ball rolling as quickly as possible. But this is a situation where patience is a virtue as your wife may be in shock from the news.”
Read the original article →Lee Kelley
omglawfirm.com
4 Phases of Healing After A Divorce | OMG Law FirmSeen August 2026
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“Take the time to process your emotions by talking to a professional therapist. Even if you have children, set aside time when they go to bed to invest in yourself. This includes everything from reading books to allowing your emotions to surface in private. Despite the name of this phase, it is unreasonable to expect that the painful aspect of your divorce has subsided.”
Read the original article →Elizabeth Allen
sasforwomen.com
Divorce Advice from a Woman of a Certain AgeSeen August 2026
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“So I decided to write my own story full of tips, strategies, success stories, and divorce advice from middle-aged women who have lived through their own relationship trials and who have come through the experience with their sense of joy and self. These women have survived divorce and healed through their divorce recovery, and are now in a better state than they ever imagined they could be.”
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“As an integrative therapist, my role is to create a space where this question can be lived into, gently explored, and answered through mind, body, and soul integration. Healing after divorce isn’t just about moving on; it’s about reclaiming vitality, reconnecting with one’s inner compass, and integrating the lessons of loss into a more grounded sense of self.”
Read the original article →Laura Bonarrigo
laurabonarrigo.com
Dating A Divorced Man & How To Know If He’s Truly Ready For Love Again – Laura BonarrigoSeen August 2026
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“Divorced men can be some of the most emotionally available, deeply loving partners, if they’ve done their healing. But if they haven’t, you may find yourself caught in the crossfire of someone else’s unfinished story. Dating after divorce can look deceptively simple with the initial attraction, shared interests, and the promise of a new start.”
Read the original article →Karen Covy
karencovy.com
Divorce Advice for Women: 33 Tips Every Divorcing Woman Needs to KnowSeen August 2026
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“As women, most of us tend to take care of everyone else while neglecting ourselves. While taking care of everyone else may SEEM admirable, in divorce, it can be deadly! Divorce is a marathon, not a sprint. If you want to come out the other end of your divorce as a whole human instead of one of the walking wounded, you need to pace yourself.”
Read the original article →Beth Kruger
bethkruger.com
Dating After Divorce for Women Over 45 — Beth KrugerSeen August 2026
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“I wanted to share some tips for women over 45 who are facing life after divorce–and part of that life is DATING!!! “Dating after divorce can be scary, fun, exciting, difficult, thrilling, and yes, amazing–provided you have some basic boundaries about your dating life.” Here is Lori’s original article followed by some comments from me.”
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