Gossip is a natural form of human behavior that occurs in communities. While it may be enjoyable to engage in, it's often seen to be poor behavior because it can be hurtful to those who are being talked about. Gossip has existed for many thousands of years and was...
You likely use social media to engage with current events and news content, share information and connect with friends and family who do not live close to you. According to the Pew Research Center, 72% of people in the U.S. use social media in some form. Even though...
Some conversations that you need to have with your children will undoubtedly be unpleasant or emotional. Needing to address the fact that you and their other parent soon intend to divorce will not be a fun conversation. However, it is an important one. The way that...
Divorce can be a very difficult experience for children. They often blame themselves for the deterioration of their parents' relationships or experience extreme stress about spending less time with their parents because of the divorce. The more pressure you put on...
Even if you assume that you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse can work together to settle your divorce, you never know exactly what will happen until the process begins. There are a variety of friction points that are likely to move to the forefront, all of which can...
You’ve worked hard your whole life to get where you are, and you deserve every bit of retirement you have coming. But when you file for divorce, the courts could throw your retirement plans on the chopping block with all your other shared property. Missouri looks to...
A lot of different emotional roadblocks can arise when people initiate a divorce, from stress due to custody to confusion about how marital property may be split up. For some, simply filing for a divorce in general can be overwhelming. Many people never anticipated...
The financial aspects of a divorce are often some of the most challenging to deal with. You can't rely on your ex's income and you shouldn't have to feel stress about paying the bills more than what is necessary. One way that you can do this is through the property...
Financial independence and charting your own course are things a lot of women don’t take for granted. A business you established and made successful and resilient can seem like a lot to lose in a breakup. But it is possible to lose an entire business, or see it...
Sometimes, people decide to file for a divorce immediately. For example, those who find out about a spouse’s affair or are subjected to physical abuse may instantly lose all interest in the marriage and want to get out as soon as possible. In other...
