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How to Rebuild Your Self Esteem After Di...

How to Rebuild Your Self Esteem After Divorce
Divorce can be devastating on many levels. In addition to the financial and stress toll on both partners, it can easily wreak havoc on one’s self-esteem. Even those who initiate the divorce process can experience tremendous emotional turmoil resulting in guilt, anxiety and insecurity. Those who were not expecting or in any way desiring the break-up can come away feeling psychologically battered, confused and questioning their own worth.

Two Challenges Your Children Face During...

Two Challenges Your Children Face During & After Your Divorce
БогородицаBy Rosalind Sedacca, CCT Whether your divorce is pending or five years behind you, your children continue to process the reality according to their age and level of understanding. There are several concepts that cause the most emotional turmoil for children. Being aware of these sensitive areas can help parents address these issues more effectively. As your children age they may revisit your divorce with more questions, confusion or insecurity. That’s why it’s essential that you have answers ready based on a keen understanding of how children internalize a divorce – even long after it’s over. There are two major concepts that can create the most emotional pain for children. The first has to do with blame and the second with unrealistic expectations. Here are some suggestions for handling these common challenges. Children keep blaming themselves for the divorce – even after it’s over! Regardless of what their parents may

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National Child-Centered Divorce Month No...

National Child-Centered Divorce Month Now International – in January When Divorce Rate is Highest
ИконописI'm excited to announce that National Child-Centered Divorce Month has now become International Child-Centered Divorce Month. In January, following the holiday season -- when more divorces take place than any other month -- parents and divorce professionals in nations around the world will gather together physically as well as digitally. Their purpose is to educate parents about how to prevent negative consequences for children during and after separation or divorce. We will be sharing advice and insights to help parents make the best decisions regarding their children's well-being when coping with divorce issues. In cities around the world divorce experts will be announcing local educational events including workshops, discussion groups, coaching, interviews and other activities designed for divorced parents and those contemplating divorce. In addition, during January parents are invited to access a variety of free teleclasses presented by "child-centered" divorce experts providing sound advice on divorce and parenting issues.

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How to Give Your Kids A Happy Holiday Af...

How to Give Your Kids A Happy Holiday After Your Divorce
One of the toughest transitions for children is often coping with the first holiday season following a divorce. Our challenge as parents is to create new traditions and activities that can replace the memories of family holidays in the past. Here are some suggestions on how to help your children through the holiday season in the best possible spirits.

Kim Kardashian’s Divorce: a Reminder abo

Kim Kardashian’s Divorce: a Reminder about Relationship Mistakes to Avoid
Kim Kardashian rushed into marriage for many of the wrong reasons and made many serious relationship mistakes. If you’re divorced and looking to find a healthier, happier relationship ahead, or marrying for the first time and want to avoid relationship disasters, here are some tips that are worth serious consideration:

How Divorce is Portrayed in the Media —

How Divorce is Portrayed in the Media — & Its Effects on Your Kids!
What part does media play in how divorce affects children? Children do not have the cognitive skills to observe media in a critical manner and evaluate; they simply take what they see at face value and process it as fact. It is important to teach children from a young age that television and movies are fictional, skewed depictions of reality. Children imitate what they see, so if they see children react poorly to a divorce they will respond in the same manner. It then becomes the parent's responsibility to intervene and give their children the tools and venue to appropriately understand and discuss what they've seen on television.

How to Make School Your Child’s Ally Aft

How to Make School Your Child’s Ally After Divorce!
Returning to school after their parents have separated or divorced can be difficult for any child. You can ease the transition by opening the door to the many resources available to you through your school system. The key here is in forming a cooperative relationship with key personnel. Here are some tips for making the most of your school system and professional educators.