12 “Do” and “Don’t”s of Going Through a Divorce

Do you feel as if your divorce (or impending divorce) is causing you to drown in a sea of shame, self-pity, and guilt?

If so, these twelve “do” and “don’t”s of going through a divorce will probably help.

Don’t

1. Don’t bring your children into it.
2. Don’t speak negatively about your (future) ex to or in the presence of your children.
3. Don’t dwell on the bad.
4. Don’t allow your emotions to be controlled by anyone other than yourself.
5. Don’t wallow in self-pity.
6. Don’t internalize any hurtful words or actions that may be directed towards or against you.

Do

1. Do own your feelings.
2. Do things that you enjoy doing.
3. Do speak to close friends and relatives.
4. Do spend quality time and happy moments with your children.
5. Do let your children know that their parents’ divorce has nothing to do with them.
6. Do speak to a counselor if you feel you may be in need of one.

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