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Five Ways to Improve your Money Mindset after Divorce
Like many of us, your finances probably took a major hit after your divorce. Your ex may have experienced an increase in his standard of living, while you may have been forced into cheaper housing perhaps in a less desirable neighborhood. I am certainly in no position to offer financial advice, but I was able to change my money mindset after divorce with these minor tweaks that made a major difference.
Snow and Ice Metaphors from a Chicago Divorce Coach
Coaches speak in metaphor and living in Chicago as a divorce coach, I have gathered my fair share of snow and ice related metaphors. It is fascinating just how many ways they can be applied to help you through your divorce. In this post, I outline my top two and provide ways that they can help you understand feelings of overwhelm and anger during your divorce.
How do you know when your marriage is over?
The hardest question you may ever be faced with is “Should I stay or should I go?” If you have been unhappy for a long time, deciding whether your marriage is over may be the most difficult decision you ever make. But what becomes even more toxic is the time you spend in limbo. At a certain point there are diminishing returns on the time and energy it takes to decide whether you are packing your bags or planning for retirement together. These questions will help you gain clarity on whether your marriage is over whether another try may be worthwhile.