Resources


 It is very important that all of my clients feel fully informed about their options. While I am very focused on working with my clients to figure out the best solution for their needs, I understand that many people also like to learn on their own. Below, you’ll find a complete resources section.

Blog Topics Below Include:

  • Divorce and Mediation

  • Estate Planning

  • Workplace

  • Divorce Like A Christian


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Do You Want to Avoid Conflict?

To avoid judgments, pay attention to your thoughts. Judgmental thoughts will lead to judgmental words. To avoid judgmental thoughts, let go of the oughts and shoulds. Stop beating yourself up for what you should have done. Instead of focusing on, “I shouldn’t have done…” Think about why you did what you did. What were you thinking and feeling at the time?

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What a “Puke Chute” Reminded Me About Conflict

A puke chute for, those of you who are not familiar with cross country races, is the chute. that cross country runners run into at the finish line of the race. As a volunteer at a puck chute, I learned that once runners enter the chute, some of them puke, (hence the name), others fall down, or others just stop, unwilling to endure the pain any longer.

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From a Child’s Perspective

Laurie separated from her ex when her daughter Sammy was two and a half years old. When Sammy, at the age of ten, saw Laurie working on her website, Laurie asked her if she had anything she wanted to share with parents who are divorcing. Here’s what Sammy wanted to share, almost word for word. Laurie’s comments are in parentheses.

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