After going through the divorce process, it is important to remember that you are not the only one in your house that has gone through a life-altering event. No matter how amicable the divorce, your children have been impacted in some way by the break-up. Children often have a much harder time dealing with the life’s challenges post-divorce than do the parents. If your divorce has left you in a position where you are no longer speaking to your now ex-spouse or if your communication with your ex is now hostile, your children are often aware of this tension and left with a million questions as to why this has happened. Children often do not understand what is going on and cannot explain why mom and dad now live in two different homes. This post-divorce period is the time when parents need to put their differences aside and focus on their children. Your kids did not choose to be part of the divorce and are often vulnerable during this transition. Take this time to focus on your children and their transition into life, post-divorce. Continue reading “Being Child-Centric: Focusing on Your Children After Divorce”
