Divorce is complex and challenging in every way. It impacts every area of your life, so it is important to prioritize yourself. You need the internal resources to confront life and be prepared for whatever comes your way. It is hard to focus on oneself when managing...
Divorce
Preparing for the full impact of your divorce
Making the choice to end your marriage will impact your life in many ways, as well as the lives of your children. You understand that your kids may experience emotional and psychological effects, and as a Nebraska parent, you want to do everything possible to reduce...
Discussing the difficult issue of divorce with your children
One of the most complicated and emotional conversations you will ever have with your children is the discussion about your divorce. Breaking this news to your kids can seem daunting and overwhelming, but it is important to discuss what is happening in a personal and...
If you are a stay-at-home dad, are you more likely to divorce?
The decision to end a marriage is deeply personal, and there are a number of reasons that may contribute to this choice. For some Nebraska couples, the career of one or both spouses may lead to a greater likelihood that they will choose to divorce. In some cases, it...
The divorce process and its effects on kids
The choice to end a marriage is a difficult one, and while this process is hard on you, it is important not to underestimate how difficult this will be on your kids. Even when two parents resolve to work together peacefully, a divorce can result in strain and stress...
Building strong parental connections as a divorced dad
When you divorced, your relationship with your spouse ended, but your role as a parent endures. You know how important it is to take every possible step to preserve this relationship, including fostering strong parental connections with your children, regardless of...
Steps to success in your co-parenting plan
Your divorce will bring changes to virtually every member of a Nebraska family, including your children. You understand the changes and the transitions necessitated by a divorce can be emotionally and mentally challenging for your children, but there are steps you can...
What factors determine the best interests of a child?
During a divorce, parents will face the important decision of how they will share time with their children. Child custody is often one of the most contested and complicated issues Nebraska parents will encounter during their divorce, and it is not always easy to...
Ending a marriage with a narcissist
Over time, referring to someone as a “narcissist” has become such a common accusation. Far too many times it is more of an insult that simply doesn’t apply. Watering down what Oxford defines as “a person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves” is...
Post-divorce life for dads: simple rules to follow
Divorce can be exceptionally difficult for the youngest members of the family, and parents often find they have to work diligently to provide their kids with a sense of security and stability. There is ample evidence to prove that kids benefit when allowed to maintain...