You can get just about anything online these days: a first date, wedding registry, and a divorce. Is an online divorce service right for you? Yep, you read that right. Getting divorced online is now as common as ordering your morning coffee through an app. But before you start thinking divorce is as simple as adding items to your Amazon cart, let's pump the brakes and talk about what online divorce services actually are, how they work, and whether they're right for your situa

Why Your Marriage Ending Might Be Your Best Life Beginning Your next chapter gets to be written by YOU. When you're facing divorce after 45, it feels like everything is falling apart. The life you built, the future you planned, the person you thought you were—suddenly none of it makes sense anymore. I hear this from clients all the time: "I should be grateful for what I have, so why do I feel so empty?" Here's what I want you to consider: what if this is your moment to finall

With some thoughtful planning, you can turn summer during divorce from “yuck”  to “yeah!" Summer is supposed to be the season of freedom and fun for kids—but if you’re navigating divorce, you know it can bring a whole different set of challenges. I’ve worked with countless families who dread the approach of summer break, worried about custody schedules, vacation conflicts, and how their kids will handle all the changes. Here’s what I want you to know: your kids can absolutely

When you're going through divorce, it's not just your living situation that's changing—your entire relationship with yourself is being tested. I've been there, and I know how easy it is to become your own worst critic during this time. "I should have seen the signs," "I'm a failure," "I'm not good enough," "I've ruined everything"—sound familiar? Self-compassion during divorce isn't a luxury—it's the foundation that helps you make clearer decisions, heal faster, and build res

Going into divorce negotiations prepared ensures you'll end up with a satisfying outcome. "Divorce negotiations are fun!" said no one ever. Even in the best of circumstances, divorce negotiations often become battlegrounds where emotions run high and rational decision-making takes a backseat. Going into the process unfamiliar or unprepared for the negotiation process is a recipe for disaster that can haunt you for years to come. But that's not going to happen to you because I

This 20 minute conversation is packed with meaningful info for people navigating divorce after 50. In a recent insightful conversation, Divorce Prep Coach Alex Beattie of The Divorce Planner sat down with Michigan-based family law attorney Jorin Rubin to discuss the unique challenges of "gray divorce" – divorces occurring among couples aged 50 and older. Their conversation revealed critical insights about navigating divorce later in life, from financial considerations to le

Divorce brings a multitude of challenges, and navigating the complex financial landscape is often among the most daunting. When it comes to dividing assets and establishing new financial foundations, most people think primarily of attorneys, mediators, and perhaps financial advisors. However, there's a specialized professional who can make a tremendous difference in your divorce outcome, particularly when real estate and mortgages are involved: the Certified Divorce Lending P

If you're at a point in your marriage where you're not sure if you'll divorce or stay married, the uncertainty can be paralyzing. You're not completely sure if divorce is what's next, yet you can't shake the feeling that you need to be prepared just in case. If this resonates with you, you're not alone. This crossroads is exactly where many of my clients find themselves when they first reach out to me. As a divorce prep coach, I've personally guided hundreds of people throu

When you've internalized rage for long periods of time, or even if it just snuck up on you, addressing it can feel really scary. There's a common narrative around divorce that suggests we should "keep calm and carry on." Be reasonable. Don't rock the boat. Stay positive. Handle the business side efficiently. And while yes, there is absolutely a time and place for pragmatic, level-headed decision-making—especially when dividing assets or creating parenting plans—this approach

Watch the above 20 minute conversation to learn expert tips for SAHMs facing divorce. Navigating Divorce as a Stay-at-Home Mom: Key Insights from Family Law Attorney Sharie Reyes Albers When you're facing divorce as a stay-at-home mom, the financial and legal landscape can feel overwhelming. Without your own income stream and possibly years away from career growth, divorce presents the stay-at-home mom unique challenges that working spouses simply don't encounter. In this rec