Marriage and Divorce

I was 21 the first time I met him. I was on AOL checking the weather when an IM came in from some random person. I usually don’t even respond but for some reason this time I did and God…
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Why should you forgive a cheating husband, and more importantly how can you forgive him.  In any committed relationship, whether you are dating, engaged or married, when a man cheats there is more to it than the act itself.  A…
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Trust is a five letter word that can cause a lot of damage or it can do a lot of good. We give it and receive it as well as take advantage of it. Anton Chekhov, a Russian playwright and…
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Cheating is viewed differently by different people and that is the same for those who actually do the cheating. Most of the time, cheating occurs by us following our natural instincts and taking things further with someone that we are…
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You have just accused him of cheating, and he has proved that beyond a shadow of a doubt he has not cheated on you. How do you apologize? What can you say to make it better? Appologizing Be sincere, let…
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Finding out your partner cheated on you can have a devastating affect on your life. This act of betrayal often engulfs you and you become physically and emotionally ill. Depression, anger, and even vengeful are some of the common feelings…
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Whether you still live at home with your parents or are grown and on your own, finding evidence that suggests one of your parents might be cheating on the other is something so important to you and the rest of…
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There may never be a situation so difficult as suspecting that one of your parents is cheating on the other. The knowledge alone is hard enough to deal with. Then comes the question of how you should handle it. What…
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Well, let me just start by saying if you have fallen in love with a married man you are not a home wrecker. You are in love. Love is never wrong. The first thing that you have to ask yourself…
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Before I begin justifying my side, I’d ask, What makes a person cheat? And, the reasons are all evil. Either it is to revenge a cheating partner or a momentary physical or emotional attraction. It is at times simply a…
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How indeed? This is a minefield: any step I take can lead to disaster. Being friends means to be open and it’s important information for her, so I feel obliged to tell her. On the other hand, friendships are less…
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Whether an affair is emotional or sexual, it can destroy a marriage. A spouse’s betrayal can destroy the faithful partner’s self-esteem and lead to feelings of anger.  When people discuss extramarital affairs, they often think of a straying husband.  However,…
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An affair is a devastating experience. When coming upon the realization of being betrayed, a person can feel humiliation, anger, regret, fear, animosity, shock, sadness, depression, the list goes on and on. Mixed together, the result is a lethal concoction…
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A spouse who cheats does serious damage to their relationship, but what they have done is forgivable. The question should not be whether or not cheating is forgivable but rather, whether or not you could forgive someone who cheated on…
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Why buy the cow when the milk is free right? Perhaps this is the modern-day thought on marriage. Even Beyonce’s song, “Put a Ring on It” depicts the female of today and the plight she faces. Now, I’m not blaming…
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A divorcing couple is typically in a very selfish place; their vision becomes limited. They see each other; they see anger, bitterness and sadness. What they don’t always see is the effect this has on the kids. And if the…
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Divorce can be a very challenging time for everyone involved, but it has the biggest effect on children. Their once balanced home is suddenly splitting into two, rife with sadness and confusion. Some children take it well, others, not so…
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Divorce is difficult for the adults, but especially for the kids involved. Even if ending the relationship may be the best in the long run. With kids there are more things to think about. The kids will love both parents,…
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Helping your child deal with divorce is just as much about what not to do than what to do. Of course you need to emphasize the fact that the divorce has nothing to do with your children’s behavior, and that…
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The pain of divorce is difficult for any adult and, at some point in your lives, you too may be affected by it; whether directly or indirectly. Whether the separation is amicable or volatile there will be a number of emotions…
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As a child of divorce, the writer of this guide knows from experience that a family divided is difficult in the best of circumstances, especially for the children. It is the responsibility of the parents to make sure the children come away from…
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Let’s face it, in our “throwaway” society, divorce has become endemic. Now the principle members of a once harmonious relationship transition into enemies where hate, insecurity, bitterness and resentment become commonplace. Even the most self assured adult is emotionally and…
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Children of divorcing parents can often try to hide their true emotions causing their behavior to reflect what they are really feeling. Parents can help their children through this often difficult period by attending family counseling or by cooperating with…
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Divorce is an issue that has become all too common this day and age. It seems that ’til death do us part no longer holds the meaning it once did. Many couples who have joined in holy matrimony now find…
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Divorce is never easy.  Often times it is the child(ren) who suffer most.  Children may become depressed, confused, angry, or withdrawn.  There are ways you can help your child cope with a divorce more smoothly. It isn’t your fault: Reassure…
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Breakups are a difficult part of life for everyone who experience them, but a breakup where children are involved comes with its own special set of concerns. The divorce of a child’s parents is by all means a life-changing event, but…
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Divorce is difficult for the whole family but especially for children. Decisions made now will affect them profoundly and parents must make sure their fears and concerns are addressed. The adults decided to marry, have children and divorce. It is…
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The positive or negative effects of divorce on children is largely based on how parents handle the process. One of the most important tips for helping kids cope with divorce is both parents telling them repeatedly the divorce was not…
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The standard’ American family structure has gone through some changes in the last few decades; society has seen an increase in family with step-siblings and parents, or children growing up spending time between divorced parents. With all of that confusion,…
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When dealing with divorce, you must consider the children. It’s a popular notion to think that children are resilient and will survive divorce intact, but even adults who have witnessed their parents’ divorce have admitted to trauma and insecurity in…
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