Ways to make the divorce process a little smoother

On Behalf of | Jul 14, 2020 | Family Law |

Individuals in Florida who are in the midst of a divorce may be struggling to put their lives back together. Divorce is always a challenge, but there are things that people can do that can make the separation process a little less taxing.

During a divorce, most people tend to fixate on their hate and resentment towards their soon-to-be ex-spouse. It is fine to talk about feelings of anger with friends or a therapist, but it is not healthy to dwell on the past for months or even years. Individuals going through a divorce should try hard to focus on themselves, not on their ex. This means taking proactive measures to stay healthy, like cooking nutritious foods or going to the gym.

A corollary to taking care of oneself is avoiding bad habits. Some people may develop a drinking problem or start working excessively to distract themselves from their emotions during a divorce. A better option is to spend time with friends and family doing something fun.

If divorcing spouses have children, they should do their best not to bad mouth each other to their kids. Boundaries are very important during a divorce, and saying negative things about an ex will only confuse and upset a child and potentially encourage the child to take advantage of the parents’ animosity for one another.

Some people may need a lot of time to recover from a divorce before dating again, but others may avoid dating due to fears of having another bad relationship. Sometimes it is best to just take the plunge and get back into the dating world; going on dates may even help some people forget about their ex.

Finding a good divorce attorney is also key. Though attorneys are not therapists, an experienced family law attorney understands that divorce is an emotional time and could help clarify the process.

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