Maybe It’s Not a Marital Problem, Maybe It’s a Holiday Problem
I’ve discussed Holiday Marital False Alarm Syndrome which predictably arises each year in December throughout many households. That’s why it does not come as a surprise each January when my calendar is quickly filled with divorce consultations. However, some couples are surprised by the outcome of their appointment with me. By making a divorce mediation appointment and…
What is Holiday Marital False Alarm Syndrome?
The winter holidays are a notoriously troubling time for many families. Research demonstrates time and again that the excess of emotion, alcohol consumption, family arguments, spousal disputes, and situational depression escalate predictably during December. Not to mention, the holidays are expensive. You are likely working with a compromised and tight budget but with high expectations…
Creating New Traditions During and After the Divorce Process
The holidays are rough for families going through divorce. They can bring up strong emotions including sadness and loneliness During and after divorce, old holiday traditions become obsolete and it becomes necessary to create new holiday memories. This creation of new traditions is particularly important for children because it will allow them to preserve positive…