Gaslighting is a form of manipulation and control that some people may use in their relationships. They may lie regularly, to the point of having their partner feel that they are always wrong or can’t trust their own memories. Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse...
Month: July 2021
Can you catch the itch to divorce when a friend files?
Your best friend got married before you did. The two of you have maintained a close relationship despite raising your separate families, and now your friend has turned to you because they recently filed for divorce. Some people will quickly tell you that you want to...
Shared custody may not be best for children of divorce
The conventional wisdom of the day in most family courts is that shared custody is best when parents divorce. The idea is to keep both parents equally involved in their children’s lives by giving both parents equal time with the kids and equal say over any important...
How do you tell the kids about your divorce?
As parents about to divorce, you need to find the right way to tell your children. Even if you and your spouse cannot sit down together for the initial chat with your kids, you need to communicate with each other in advance to avoid confusing your kids with...