What if I told you that in the context of divorce, there truly are no winners or losers? Manywould immediately argue otherwise, pointing to tangible assets like homes, cars, money, time,reputation, or even mental well-being. Yet, I challenge you to reconsider the very notion thatpeople can be winners or losers in a divorce. Reflect on…
“Conscious uncoupling” entered the lexicon with Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s divorce in 2014, and is attributed to couples’ therapist Katherine Woodward Thomas, M.A., MFT who wrote “Conscious Uncoupling: 5 Steps to Living Happily Even After”. The idea behind “conscious uncoupling” is that we can use the demise of a loving marriage to tap into our…
Unfortunately, the LGBTQ+ community is under attack in a manner we have not seen for decades. This assault on our rights and our lives is happening despite the progress we have made, or more likely, because of this progress and even though the majority of Americans support marriage equality. Over the last decade our families…
Gray Divorce refers to the increasing trend of couples aged 50 and older choosing to end their marriages. This phenomenon has become more prevalent in recent decades, reflecting shifts in societal norms. Current Statistics on Gray Divorce The rate of divorce among adults aged 50 and older has seen a significant rise. Between 1990 and…
Discussing a prenuptial agreement with a future spouse can be challenging. Some may feel it implies a lack of trust or an expectation of failure. Others feel the Agreement will demonstrate they are not after their partner’s money or their stepchildren’s rightful inheritance. Regardless of the motive, a collaboratively prepared prenuptial agreement can reduce fears…
How many horror stories have you heard from friends or family members who have spent a great deal of time and money going through the process of divorce or other family law conflict? Have you noticed friends or family members lose sleep, become physically ill and emotionally worn down as they live through protracted litigation…