Category Archive: General

Divorced Women: Vulnerable To Poverty

Sadly, divorced women are often ostracized and face discrimination when attempting to rejoin the work force after their divorces.  The statistics show that poverty rates for women who have left or lost their husbands are far above the average and it is expected that the numbers will continue to rise. Discrimination against divorced women takes […]

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Why Am I Shocked?

I just received an email from the friend of someone who is facing divorce. She asked how she should handle the situation. I guess her question dumbfounded me but I will attempt to answer.   A few suggestions for how to handle a friend’s divorce: Be there for her. Don’t assume it is her fault. […]

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Divorce and Rose Colored Glasses

If you are feeling down in the dumps because your marriage is over, try to understand that you are not alone in the process. There are so many people out there who can help you deal with your emotions and direction during this difficult time. If you are experiencing depression, please seek professional help. There […]

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Divorce: 4 Suggestions You Can’t Afford To Ignore

When I have a day like I had today, I am left in amazement. Every single coaching call was with a woman who didn’t expect divorce. How is it that we women consistently allow ourselves to be placed in positions that cost us our financial security when divorce comes into play? I believe with all […]

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Your View Depends on How You See

How do you see your life? I mean really see your life? Do you see things in a positive way or do you see things negatively? Do you wait until things happen and then react in a way that is just survival mode or do you see beyond the here and now in order to […]

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Is There A Light At The End Of Your Tunnel?

Life and divorce is all about perspective. One of the most important aspects of my job is helping women see their divorces through eyes that have perspective. It’s so difficult to see or feel anything except what is ripping at your heart at the present moment. Many women have already become emotionally and financially bankrupt […]

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Your Happiness: Your Job

Divorce is ranked the number two reason for stress and is only behind the death of a spouse. When acute stress occurs, emotional and physical health issues become greater. Recent studies show that people who become divorced or widowed are 20% more likely to have chronic health conditions such as heart disease. In addition, it […]

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Forgery and Divorce Part II

This post is continued from yesterday’s post regarding forgery. Cina L. Wong is the forgery expert and her credentials are amazing. Q. Can you give some examples of forgery issues that you have dealt with due to divorce? A. It’s not uncommon for one spouse to take loans/credit lines out and make the other spouse […]

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