We all relate differently to money-how we spend it and how we feel about spending. In planning for the future after separation and divorce, reflecting on our relationship with money can be a guide to what really matters.
Category: Separation
7 Essential Money Questions Sure to Start a Conversation
For those of us who provide financial mediation for separating clients, this NYT article offers some great questions to help focus the discussion on money and values around money.
Source: 7 Essential Money Questions Sure to Start a Conversation
Brad Pitt Confirms Split From Angelina Jolie | Vanity Fair
Sadly this looks like a battle over children in the making. When one parent files for custody offering the other visitation the positions are already hardened. It would be a strong statement to the world of separating parents for such a visible couple to stand by their kids, not against one another.
Source: Brad Pitt Confirms Split From Angelina Jolie | Vanity Fair
Never Too Old to Hurt From Parents’ Divorce – The New York Times
Adult children are affected by the divorce of their parents. All the more reason to choose mediation or collaboration no matter what age or stage of life. 
Source: Never Too Old to Hurt From Parents’ Divorce – The New York Times
Unhitched: The Same Arguments, Then Finally a New Direction – The New York Times
Advice from “grey divorce” couple after 30 years of marriage- when you separate, don’t play the “blame game”, stay civil and treat each other well. This is an interesting story of how a couple met, how they lived their lives together and then how they lived their lives apart. A strong endorsement for mediation where they chose civility over money.
Source: Unhitched: The Same Arguments, Then Finally a New Direction – The New York Times
Sending Your Kids Back To School When You’re Divorced | Erin Silver
Here are some good tips for recently separated parents to help them get their kids back into the school routine.
Source: Sending Your Kids Back To School When You’re Divorced | Erin Silver
Is Divorce Bad for Children? – Scientific American
Kids whose parents fight a lot before separation recover after separation and are better off away from the conflict. Kids whose parents have a high conflict divorce take a lot longer to adjust. Otherwise, kids who experience a separation that is low conflict recover well after the initial impact.
Divorce: ‘No one tells you about the dent on your wedding finger that doesn’t go’ | Life and style | The Guardian
This coach talks about making divorce a catalyst for positive change. A leap for those who are struggling with deep sadness but some wisdom for facing the aftermath and moving on.