“The only constant in life is change“. And there is no question that the end of a relationship is a huge change. But what if instead of fearing all the change in your post-relationship life, you embrace the opportunities?! What if you shift your perspective…? Permission To Focus on You Most of us are so …
Read MoreIt’s no secret that autism has become a more prevalent topic in recent years. A surprising 1 in 68 children are affected by autism spectrum disorder, and there is no known cure. There are several organizations, including Autism Speaks Canada, that strive to increase awareness and raise much needed funds for research, but there are …
Read MoreHaving a good attitude during a separation Following separation, you have a choice. You can choose the bitter path, criticizing and devaluing your ex. You can attack your former spouse in public and private. With words and actions, you can blame and punish. Many do. Or, as Ron Burgundy says, you can “stay classy, San …
Read MoreAddiction can alter or even destroy relationships, so it’s no surprise that it can sometimes be a factor in a couples’ divorce as well. It can cause trust issues, financial problems, and concerns about raising children. Dependency can take the person with whom you fell in love and completely transform them into your worst nightmare. …
Read MoreThere’s an ancient Roman saying that a good reputation is more valuable than money. When it comes to becoming financially independent after a divorce, this rings especially true. A strong credit reputation will play a big part in your ability to establish credit in your own name post-divorce, including obtaining credit cards, securing mortgage financing …
Read MoreThe holiday season is a magical time for children; filled with surprises and excitement. However this can also be an especially difficult time for kids whose parents are going through a separation. The realization that one parent might not be a part of the traditions as they once were can be devastating from a child’s …
Read MoreWe know January as a time for ringing in the New Year, having snowball fights, and checking out the clearance holiday sales. It is a chilly month, and apparently not only in terms of temperature. January is statistically the biggest month for official divorces. In fact, there are about one-third more filings during January and …
Read MoreIt’s been said for many years that one of the biggest issues couples have is finances. It might be that it is scarce, it might be about how to spend it, or it might even be not talking about it. Whether we like it or not, money plays a huge role in our lives and …
Read MoreResolving family law disputes through mediation and arbitration I am a family law specialist and a partner in the family law group at Basman Smith LLP. People, therefore, seem to know that I represent individual family law clients. What you may not know, however, is that I am also a mediator and arbitrator. In this …
Read MoreMost children experience conflict of one kind or another while they are at school or participating in school-related activities. Occasionally, normal conflict can unfortunately escalate into bullying. The concern with bullying has been on the rise in recent years as more and more children have been seen to be suffering its effects, including depression, substance …
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