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Forgiving my Ex - Is it Possible?
Divorce, Forgive, Forgiveness, Divorce recovery, compassion Karen Omand, B.A Soc, B.A Than, CT Divorce, Forgive, Forgiveness, Divorce recovery, compassion Karen Omand, B.A Soc, B.A Than, CT

Forgiving my Ex - Is it Possible?

Research underscores that forgiveness holds profound positive effects on both mental and physical health. Beyond contributing to emotional well-being, forgiveness in the context of divorce is associated with post-divorce improvements, increased life satisfaction, and reduced mental health issues. Moreover, extending forgiveness to your ex-spouse can enhance co-parenting dynamics, garner support, and alleviate challenges for your children.

The Complexity of Forgiveness:

The intricacies of forgiveness became evident to Kirk and me as we concluded the recovery unit in our Divorce Workbook We recognize that forgiveness is a nuanced process, varying for each person based on unique coping mechanisms and life experiences. Reflecting on our journeys, we contemplate what it truly means to genuinely forgive our ex-partners and the obstacles that hinder this process.

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Why every Realtor needs a Divorce Mediator in their back pocket
Divorce, real estate, mediator, divorce mediation, divorce blog Nicholas Crocitto, Mediator Divorce, real estate, mediator, divorce mediation, divorce blog Nicholas Crocitto, Mediator

Why every Realtor needs a Divorce Mediator in their back pocket

Every realtor is keenly aware of the importance of clear communication for the smooth sale of a home. They also know all about the frustration of communication breaking down and the sale derailing. When the news reaches the realtor’s ears that there is an impending divorce and the marital home will go up for sale, you can feel the stress level rise and your eyes roll.

But what if there was a way for realtors to sidestep the need to tap dance through the roles of realtor, therapist and negotiator? 

Enter the divorce mediator! Whose job it is to facilitate clear communication and help the sellers settle on the terms of the sale.

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The Significance of Taking your Wedding Ring Off
Divorce, divorcerecovery, divorcing, divorce grief Karen Omand, B.A Soc, B.A Than, CT Divorce, divorcerecovery, divorcing, divorce grief Karen Omand, B.A Soc, B.A Than, CT

The Significance of Taking your Wedding Ring Off

We know it takes an average of 5 years of marital discord and conflict for a person to decide to leave the marriage. Many of those individuals are women, and the process of detaching and growing apart from their spouse was happening during the marriage itself. This means that the identity associated with the ring began to lose its value, even sentimentally. When you repeatedly attempt to salvage a marriage, and it withers away over time, the rings and all those promises made years ago no longer hold the same significance.

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