Tips for a Smooth and Painless Divorce

TIPS FOR A SMOOTH AND PAINLESS DIVORCE

Divorce is tough on everyone in the family. For some people, divorce can be extremely painful and messy. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. While it may not be easy to go through a divorce, here are some tips to help make the process as painless as possible.

TIPS TO PREPARE FOR DIVORCE

• Take control of your emotional reactivity.
• Educate yourself about the divorce process.
• Choose an experienced divorce attorney to guide you through the process.
• Be responsible by actively participating in your divorce negotiations.
• Organize your finances.
• If you have children, have an open and honest conversation with them about the divorce.

TIPS TO GET YOU THROUGH THE PROCESS

• From an emotional and psychological standpoint, recognize that divorce can be difficult to deal with.
• Seek out emotional support through family, friends, or a formal divorce support group.
• It may be worthwhile to see a therapist who can help you through the emotional process.
• If your children are having a difficult time coping, it could also be beneficial for them to speak with a therapist that will help them understand their feelings on the situation.

TIPS FOR MOVING FORWARD

• Give yourself time to mourn the end of the relationship.
• Grief is an important stage within the healing process.
• Allow yourself to work through your feelings.
• After all is said and done, moving forward should be your main priority.
• Don’t immediately rush into any new relationships without carefully considering how you, as well as the other person involved, may be affected.
• Try learning a new hobby or even picking back up with an old one you used to have before the marriage.
• Discover a new part of your identity by moving out of your comfort zone and trying new things.