Helpful Articles, Links, & Books

Articles

The Art of Emotional Healing After Separation

This comprehensive guide explores the emotional journey of divorce, offering therapeutic practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness. It emphasizes building resilience through support networks and real-life success stories.

How to Manage the Big Emotions of Divorce and Stay Calm

Dr. Ann Gold Buscho outlines the emotional rollercoaster of divorce—shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear—and provides practical coping strategies including breathwork, therapy, and self-compassion.

Financial Planning Before, During and After a Divorce

A detailed guide on managing finances through all stages of divorce, including asset valuation, tax implications, and rebuilding post-divorce financial stability.

Divorce Financial Planning: Your Guide

Morgan Stanley outlines six common financial mistakes to avoid, such as delaying planning or overlooking future expenses, and emphasizes the importance of a coordinated advisory team.

Understanding the Divorce Process and Your Rights

This article breaks down the five stages of divorce—from contemplation to finalization—and explains your legal rights regarding representation, asset division, custody, and support.

Legal Aspects of Divorce: What You Need to Know

A practical overview of divorce laws, including fault vs. no-fault grounds, property division, custody, and post-divorce legal considerations like tax implications and decree modifications.

SmartAsset – Financial Planning for Divorce

This guide breaks down financial planning into three stages:

  • Before divorce: Assess assets, liabilities, and tax implications
  • During divorce: Divide assets fairly, avoid hidden debts, and plan for alimony/child support
  • After divorce: Rebuild emergency funds, update estate plans, and create a new budget

Nine Shared-Custody Arrangement Options for After Your Divorce - https://divmoms.com/divorced-life/life-during-divorce/shared-custody-post-divorce/

Links

California Court’s Self-Help Guide - https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/

Support Groups & Emotional Help - https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/best-online-divorce-support-groups/

MentalHealth.com – Coping With Divorce
This guide explores the emotional toll of divorce, including grief, anxiety, and identity loss. It offers strategies like:

  • Maintaining routines
  • Seeking therapy or support groups
  • Rebuilding identity and social networks
  • Supporting children through the transition

It emphasizes that healing takes time and that emotional recovery is just as important as legal or financial planning.

Books

Books about Emotional Healing & Self-Care

  • 1 It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan Devine
    A compassionate guide to grief, this book validates the pain of loss and offers tools for navigating it without rushing to "fix" things.
  • 2 The Breakup Workbook by Kendra Allen
    A practical, exercise-based guide to help you process emotions, rebuild self-worth, and move forward after a breakup or divorce.
  • 3 Getting Past Your Breakup by Susan J. Elliott
    Offers a structured recovery plan with actionable steps to reclaim your life and rebuild confidence.

Books about Legal and Strategic Guidance

  • 4 Splitting by Bill Eddy & Randi Kreger
    Essential for those divorcing someone with narcissistic or borderline traits. It combines legal and psychological strategies to protect yourself.
  • 5 I Just Want This Done by Raiford Dalton Palmer
    A practical guide for professionals and entrepreneurs on how to divorce with dignity, financial stability, and minimal emotional damage.
  • 6 Fair Share Divorce for Women by Kathleen A. Miller
    Written by a CPA, this book helps women understand financial aspects of divorce and how to secure a fair settlement.

Books about Personal Growth and Transformation

  • 7 Conscious Uncoupling by Katherine Woodward Thomas
    A spiritual and psychological approach to ending relationships with grace and growth, made famous by Gwyneth Paltrow.
  • 8 The Storms Can’t Hurt the Sky by Gabriel Cohen
    A Buddhist-inspired memoir and guide to finding peace and meaning during and after divorce.
  • 9 UnMarrying My Best Friend by Maria
    A heartfelt memoir about ending a 32-year marriage, offering comfort and insight for those facing long-term relationship endings.

Books about Parenting Through Divorce

  • 10 Parenting Through Divorce by Lisa Rene Reynolds
    Offers strategies to help children thrive emotionally during and after a divorce.
  • 11 Talking to Children About Divorce by Jean McBride
    A communication guide for parents to help kids understand and cope with the changes.
  • 12 The 10 Best Books about Co-Parenting after a Divorce
    A well-rounded list of books including Mindful Co-Parenting, The Co-Parenting Handbook, and Joint Custody with a Jerk, offering strategies for communication, boundaries, and child-centered parenting.
  • 13 Books for Creating a Healthy Co-Parenting Partnership
    A well-rounded list of books including Mindful Co-Parenting, The Co-Parenting Handbook, and Joint Custody with a Jerk, offering strategies for communication, boundaries, and child-centered parenting.