Divorce and Self-Care
Don’t Let Divorce Ruin Your Life!
By Shawn D. Skillin, Esq. Lynn Waldman, LCSW, Counselor and Divorce Coach recently published a Blog entitled “Is Divorce Ruining Your Life.” In my experience as a Divorce Attorney, this is a sentiment frequently expressed by clients, even the ones that want the divorce to begin with. In her blog, Lynn reminds us that divorcing…
Read MoreHow to Manage the Stress and Anxiety of Divorce?
By Shawn Skillin, Esquire ShawnSkillinLaw.com Divorce is a big, huge, significant, and stressful life transition. It’s not a transition that most people plan for. Whether you asked for the divorce yourself or were surprised by a request for a divorce from your spouse there is change ahead and change produces stress and anxiety. You may…
Read MoreThe Importance of Self-Care for Divorced Moms
Have you ever flown in an airplane? Do you remember what the flight attendant said about if the oxygen masks drop down due to the cabin losing air pressure – put the oxygen mask on YOURSELF first! As moms, we are used to taking care of our family first – way before we take care…
Read MoreThe Importance of Self-Care for Divorced Dads
Working thru the divorce process is never easy, and it takes a toll on all involved. Many times during a separation we are solely focused on “getting it over and finalized” and do not worry about the personal, emotional and physical collateral damage it leaves behind. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Establishing…
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