Three Key Words That Start With “H” (Three Minute Read)

Three Key Words That Start With “H” (Three Minute Read)

by | Aug 21, 2024

A few months ago, I was helping to train future volunteer facilitators at my favorite non-profit, Adam’s Place (www.adamsplacelv.org), and one of the participants shared something truly wonderful with the rest of us.  I’m writing about this now in the...
Do You Need Help? (Three Minute Read)

Do You Need Help? (Three Minute Read)

by | Aug 14, 2024

If this article seems familiar to you, you’re right.  I’m tweaking and republishing something I wrote a couple of years ago, mainly because this topic comes up frequently in my personal life as well as in my mediation practice.  Let’s say your...
Is There Always Another Shoe? (Three Minute Read)

Is There Always Another Shoe? (Three Minute Read)

by | Aug 7, 2024

My mom was extremely superstitious. I remember her knocking on wood, throwing salt over her shoulder, or telling me to bite my tongue. By contrast, I don’t think I’m terribly superstitious, except that I never talk about how good my car has been running,...
Surpassing the Impasse (Three Minute Read)

Surpassing the Impasse (Three Minute Read)

by | Jul 31, 2024

We’ve all been stuck in a conflict that ends with an impasse. Co-workers who refuse additional responsibility, teenagers who won’t respect a curfew, spouses who “forget” to mention use of the debit card, are just a few typical examples. There are global examples of...
Give Me a Break! (Three Minute Read)

Give Me a Break! (Three Minute Read)

by | Jul 24, 2024

I recently had a conversation with one of my favorite people in the universe. (You know who you are . . .) We covered the usual topics: business, politics, and family.  During our call, I complimented him on his parenting skills.  Instead of simply saying...
Is Divorce Harder on Women or on Men? (Three Minute Read)

Is Divorce Harder on Women or on Men? (Three Minute Read)

by | Jul 17, 2024

I’ve been wondering about the different ways men and women approach divorce, deal with it, and how people survive it. And although every situation is unique, I’ve come to the conclusion that most men think they have it harder than women as they’re navigating a...
Friend Custody (Three Minute Read)

Friend Custody (Three Minute Read)

by | Jul 10, 2024

Often during a divorce mediation, I will ask my clients about their support systems.  It’s important that they have loyal friends to lean on during these emotional times. A few years ago, my close friends announced they were getting a divorce, I wasn’t the...
Can a Reconciliation Be Successful? (Three Minute Read)

Can a Reconciliation Be Successful? (Three Minute Read)

by | Jul 3, 2024

Once in a blue moon, I get a call from a divorce client telling me that the couple has reconciled. It’s news I’m always happy to hear, especially if they have children and even more especially, if they’re willing to do the work. Unfortunately, what typically happens...
Help! My Ex Won’t Leave Me Alone (Three Minute Read)

Help! My Ex Won’t Leave Me Alone (Three Minute Read)

by | Jun 26, 2024

In my divorce mediation practice, I occasionally hear from a client who is struggling with an annoying ex.  I hear that the former spouse can’t seem to let go of the past and is desperately seeking a reconciliation.  (Emphasis here on “desperate.”)  ...
I Like Small Talk (Three Minute Read)

I Like Small Talk (Three Minute Read)

by | Jun 19, 2024

As a divorce and family mediator, I am involved in multiple, deeply serious conversations every day.  Listening to my clients, and more importantly, helping them listen to each other, is critical to the success of each and every mediation.   So, maybe I’m like...