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Why Do Couples Go to Divorce Mediation?
When a couple is facing divorce in California, they have options beyond the court system. Divorce mediation is a choice many couples seek to help alleviate the stress of the divorce. In this situation, the couple sits down with a lawyer, who is a neutral party. In...
What Is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce is common; in fact, half of all marriages end with the couple divorcing. If you are facing a divorce, it’s important to understand the process and all your potential options. Contrary to popular belief, divorces do not all proceed the same way. There are...
Divorce, Mediation and Co-Parenting
Divorce Mediation is a great way to resolve matters out of court with your co-parent. It can be less costly, both emotionally and financially, than a court battle. Best of all, an out of court settlement will likely help you and your co-parent work better together moving forward.
Tips to Manage Seasonal Anxiety During COVID-19
New recommendations, mask mandates, and restrictions due to the delta variant may find a way to curb your enthusiasm as we transition into the chillier and darker months ahead. Here a few tools experts recommend to help us deal with it all. 1. Reframe how you think of...
Tips for Blended Families
This article originally appeared on the Gottman Institute’s blog. By Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart Being a parent brings so many joys and so many challenges. Parenting looks different for every person and family based on ethnicity, geographic region, and size. Being a...
With the Help of a Divorce Coach, Your Impending Split Could Be More Efficient and a Lot Less Expensive, by Kat Monk
Just as attorneys and financial experts have important and specific roles in the divorce process, a divorce coach has the role of supporting and guiding his or her clients wade through a maze of emotions while getting unmarried. Written by our friend Kat Monk, this...
The Three-Question Rule For Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) is marked by a person’s ability to recognize and understand emotions (both his or her own and those of others), and to use that information to guide decision making. It includes demonstrating complex qualities such as empathy,...
Five Tips for Better Sleeping
You're not doomed to toss and turn every night! Recent studies show that smart phone addiction can lead to sleeping disorders and effect our lives in serious ways. Consider these five evidence-based tips for better sleep: Schedule timeouts. First, turn off your phone...
When Another Woman Comes in to Your Co-Parenting Relationship, by Mothersun and the Captain
The thought of another woman entering your co-parenting relationship can be a scary one for moms. While no co-parenting relationship is the same, Lindsey from Mothersun and the Captain has lent us some inspiring knowledge about the handling of these new relationships...