Don't Let Divorce Scare You
Fall is commonly referred to as spooky season. However, you shouldn’t let the season dictate how you feel about moving forward in your divorce.
No matter what stage of the divorce process you find yourself in this October, it’s important for you to protect yourself during divorce.
Moving forward and adjusting to your new normal can seem scary, but with the right planning it can actually be exhilarating.
“Making a big life change is pretty scary. But know what’s even scarier? Regret.”
The thought of proceeding with divorce, especially if you’ve been married for years, can indeed be scary. But it’s important to not let fear of change inhibit your happiness or your future.
Divorce is a big step, and it’s one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. With that in mind, we encourage you to leave the legalities and complexities to professionals.
A DIY divorce could brew trouble and cause undue risk to your future. Trust a professional to iron out those details to prevent your divorce proceedings from becoming a complete nightmare.
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.”
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Having a place to call home is extremely important for several reasons. For those going through a divorce, having a home offers a sense of security and promise for a better future.
If you find yourself having to leave the place you call home because of your divorce, it’s important for you to prepare for what comes next and begin searching for your new home.
Now that you’re reliant on a single source of income, it’s important for you to get preapproved for a mortgage before you begin looking for a home. We highly recommend using a certified divorce professional for both your lender and your realtor. Beginning this process by honoring your new financial status and only looking at houses you know you can afford can speed up the process and reduce stress when choosing a new place to call home.
“Anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you.”
Part of the reason why divorce is scary is because you once thought of your soon-to-be former spouse as your best friend and confidant. Losing that is both terrifying and heartbreaking.
This is especially true if you aren’t close to others who have gone through what you’re now experiencing. Without that sense of camaraderie, it can be intimidating to dive into the unknown.
If you find yourself in this situation, you may benefit from online divorce support groups where you can ask questions, vent or just gain some much needed insight from someone else who understands.
“Being a single parent is not a life full of struggles, but a journey for the strong.”
Another place to find your stride and support amid a divorce is with parenting. Your children’s lives will change during this process too, and that’s important to keep in mind.
However, you shouldn’t be trying to do everything yourself when it comes to your kids and being a single parent. Create a tribe who is there to support you and your kids during this period of transition.
While it may be hard at first, the experience will make you a stronger, better person and parent in the end.
Don’t let the idea or process of divorce be scary. When you’re doing what’s best for you and facing those fears, you’ll come out the other side a happier and better person.