Here's my top 10 tips for navigating new relationships after separation or divorce 1. Give Yourself Time to Heal Before jumping into a new relationship, it’s crucial to take time for self-reflection and healing. Understand your emotions, identify what went wrong in your previous relationship, and learn from those experiences. Allow yourself to grieve the loss and focus on personal growth. … [Read more...] about Navigating New Relationships after Separation or Divorce
Separation & Divorce
All About Grey Divorce
There’s lots of information out there for couples separating in their younger years, but what about those who are divorcing later in life? There are different things that need to be considered by this population, and it’s very underserved in the divorce information market. What is grey divorce? Basically, it’s couples who are separating later in life, often after the age of 50, who have … [Read more...] about All About Grey Divorce
Separating or Divorcing as a Young Adult
How does divorcing as a young adult differ from divorcing at an older age? It differs in many ways. Here’s some examples: What advice would you give to separating or divorcing couples in their 20s? Navigating separation or divorce as a young adult can be challenging, but here are some helpful pieces of advice: Can you suggest some resources for young adults going through a … [Read more...] about Separating or Divorcing as a Young Adult
What to Expect When Your Expecting Your Separation or Divorce
Preparing for Initial Interactions with Lawyer or Mediator This article is intended to go through the first steps in a separation or divorce, to help those who are just starting the process to know what to expect. When someone is considering separating from their spouse, it’s hard to know how to get started. What would you suggest as a first step? I know that this sometimes can be … [Read more...] about What to Expect When Your Expecting Your Separation or Divorce
Top 5 Divorce Myths Debunked
There are so many myths out there about divorce, the divorce process, parenting after divorce, and more. I hear about these every day, and thought I’d take the opportunity to debunk some of these myths! Myth #1 – I need my spouse’s consent to get a divorce This is a myth. In Canada, we have what’s called “no-fault divorce” to get a divorce which means that you don’t need your spouse’s … [Read more...] about Top 5 Divorce Myths Debunked
January as International Divorce Month – Child-Centred Separation or Divorce
What is a Child-Centred separation or divorce? A child-centered divorce is an approach that places the well-being and needs of the children at the forefront of the dissolution process. This approach acknowledges that children can be deeply affected by their parents' separation and aims to minimize the negative impact of divorce on their emotional and psychological health. A child-centered … [Read more...] about January as International Divorce Month – Child-Centred Separation or Divorce
January: The Month of International Divorce
Hello, lovely readers! It’s Stephanie Dobson here, and today I’m diving into a topic that might seem a bit somber but needs to be addressed: January, often dubbed International Divorce Month. As the holiday cheer fizzles out and we step into a new year, many individuals find themselves reflecting on their relationships. For some, that reflection leads to a significant and sometimes painful … [Read more...] about January: The Month of International Divorce
Effect of Bankruptcy on Separation and Divorce
How does bankruptcy affect on-going child and spousal support in separation and divorce? One of the key aspects of support payments is that they are generally considered non-dischargeable debts. This means that even if an individual is declared bankrupt, they are still legally obligated to continue making support payments. The Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act gives special consideration … [Read more...] about Effect of Bankruptcy on Separation and Divorce