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Divorce can be an upsetting and stressful time for all involved. Emotions are likely running high, and there can also be a lot of uncertainty about what’s to come. Most people don’t expect their marriage to end in divorce, so when it happens, it may come as a surprise that can be hard to deal with.
While divorce can be a tricky time for you, it’s important to put yourself first to help you make it through. Here are 4 things that can help you cope better with divorce, leaving you feeling strong and ready to embark on your next chapter.
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1. Get the right legal advice
When you’re going through a divorce, it helps to have legal help you can trust. There can be a lot of confusing terms and processes, so you must find a family lawyer with whom you feel comfortable asking questions so that you can get the advice you need. Your lawyer should be on your side and can help make the process much simpler for you. Ask for recommendations or do your research to help you find a lawyer that’s the right fit for you.
This is a great little TikTok explainer to help you learn more about the process:
@ukfamilylawyer Divorce within the UK #divorce #ukfamilylaw #familylaw #familylawyer #familylawyerontiktok #separation #foryoupage ♬ original sound – UKFamilyLawyer
2. Seek help when handling your family
While divorce can take its toll on you, you’ll also be worried about how your family reacts to what’s happening. Divorce can be difficult for your children, so you need to tread carefully with how you proceed. Getting some help with telling your children about your divorce can be a useful first step, especially if you can seek advice from those who’ve been there before. Reach out when you need help, or you’re having a tough time with your family, others can give you the strength you need for yourself so that you can be there for your family too.
3. Focus on your health and wellbeing
It’s easy to neglect yourself when you’re going through a difficult time but try not to let your divorce take over your life. It’s really important to keep a routine during stressful times, as it can help you stay positive and productive, while also helping you stay healthy. Start with the basics, like maintaining a healthy sleep pattern, eating well and doing some daily activity. Keeping busy and focused will help take your mind off the divorce, allowing you to focus on the other aspects of your life.
4. Surround yourself with good people in great places
Now more than ever, you need some good people around you. Surround yourself with people who make you feel good, and plan some great things to take your mind off things. Book some trips, arrange some nights out – whatever you feel like doing to help you boost your mood and make some new memories with your nearest and dearest.
Going through a divorce will be a challenging time, but it’s so important to remember to put yourself first. Do what you can to help you cope so that you can come out the other side ready for whatever’s next in your life.