Moving Beyond Divorce

How to Stay Positive After Divorce

Debbie Nigro — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:08:34 -0500

It's easy to turn to the darks side after divorce. You know: holding on to anger and resentment, feeling sorry for yourself, and bashing men. What's the solution? Stop! Well, okay, it's not that easy. But with these tips form self-empowerment guru Daylee Deanna Schwartz, you'll be well on your way to positive thinking and finding the joy in being single again.

The D-Word: Amicable Divorce

The D Word — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:02:16 -0500

Not every divorce is nasty, contentious, and filled with bitterness. But does that make it any easier? In this episode, Sarah shares her experiences — both good and bad — of going through a “friendly divorce.”

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Following Madonna’s example, what do you think a mother should have the right to control when her kids are with their father?

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:04:34 -0500

* What type of water they drink (tap vs. bottled) * Their diet (vegetarian, organic, etc) * How much TV they watch * What kind of clothing they wear * None of the above -- he's just as much a parent * Whatever she feels is best for her kids

Under what circumstances is it advisable to "stay together for the kids"?

Marshall — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:24:32 -0500

* If you simply can’t afford to raise them alone * If they’re almost about to go off to college * If they’re struggling with other emotional issues * Never. A broken marriage is more traumatic than divorce

Let's be honest: In an act of "momentary insanity," which of these "might" you have done to your ex out of anger or revenge?

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:18:36 -0500

* “Accidentally” thrown out something important to him * “Allegedly” vandalized, broke or defaced something he loved * I did something/someone to make him jealous * Told lies/truth about his sexual prowess * Nothing -- I believe in karma

Is Chivalry Dead?

Marshall — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 02:24:08 -0500

* Yes * No

Which presidential candidate do you feel will best address the concerns and issues that affect divorced women the most?

Marshall — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:04:38 -0400

* John McCain * Barack Obama * Neither One

Now that you're divorced, how do you acknowledge your wedding anniversary?

Marshall — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:56:38 -0400

* I take a moment alone to reflect * I go out with friends to celebrate my liberation * I look through my photo album and cry * It's just another day now * I look at my kids, and am grateful for them * Jose Cuervo and I sing “Holding Out for a Hero” all night long

What impact has the current economic climate had on your decision to divorce?

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:42:58 -0400

* I have to put off my divorce until I can make it on my own * We’re still divorcing, but with increasing trepidation * Times are so tough that I'm having regrets about divorcing * No regrets, but I may need to renegotiate my settlement * None… Liberation is priceless!

What's your biggest fear or obstacle in getting remarried?

Marshall — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:22:44 -0400

* I'm doomed to make the same mistakes all over again * My friends will start a wager on how long this one will last * I'll be too scared to leave if this one doesn't work * He'll either cheat on me or leave me * If this marriage fails, there must be something wrong with me * I have no fears! I'm moving on with confidence