Increasingly, divorcing couples – particularly parents -- are choosing to divorce using mediation rather than litigation, which has long been the “traditional” method of divorce. Mediation can minimize not just the length and cost of divorce but also its emotional...
Divorce
Getting into the right mindset for divorce mediation
Traditionally, divorce has been viewed as a battle. To “win” at divorce, both spouses thought they had to fight it out until the winner takes all. However, the reality is that there are no winners in an adversarial divorce. Thus, more collaborative approaches have...
What to do if your kids hear about your divorce from someone else
Divorce is undoubtedly a challenging chapter in anyone’s life, and when children are involved, the complexities may intensify. This is often why parents hesitate to break the news to their offspring. Yet, children are often more perceptive than parents give them...
The impact of collaborative divorce on kids’ mental well-being
Navigating the delicate process of divorce can be emotionally challenging for all parties involved, especially the children. As a parent, it’s natural to worry about your kids’ mental well-being if you’re pursuing a divorce. Thankfully, you can potentially protect...
3 ways to cope with the emotions that arise during a divorce
Divorce can be a difficult process because of how emotional it makes people. Even those who understand that divorce is their best option may still struggle to cope with the process. People may feel guilt or sadness because they believe they have failed. They may...
3 tips for handling property division in a divorce
Divorce is a tumultuous time for all involved. The daunting task of dividing property and assets often exacerbates the emotional upheaval. While it may seem like an overwhelming process, you can take steps to ease the stress associated with this part of the divorce...
Do Texas courts divide marital assets 50/50 in a divorce?
Misinformation, exaggerations and half-truths dominate many conversations about divorce. People too often (intentionally and unintentionally) share stories with others that mislead them about what the process entails and what kinds of outcomes are possible. Many...
Collaborative divorce vs. litigation
Many people avoid or at least delay filing for divorce because they believe that the process will be expensive and acrimonious. Divorce litigation can worsen the already-damaged relationship between spouses and can also create a lot of stress for the children in the...
4 reasons to take your kids to counseling during divorce
Divorce affects children in different ways. Besides answering your kids’ questions and giving them social support, you may want to look at taking them to counseling during the divorce. This guide highlights four benefits of doing so: 1. Help them express their...
The basics of divorce mediation for couples in Texas
The divorce process can be a lengthy one, especially when spouses find themselves disagreeing about important matters. Disputes about property division, child custody and support matters often lead to litigation. Couples then rely on a judge to interpret Texas state...