How To Keep Your Sanity In The Divorce Process

The divorce process can make anyone feel a little crazy.  The Huffington Post recently posted an article entitled “5 Tips to Keeping Your Sanity in the Divorce Process.”

The first suggestion is to refuse to play the game.  Divorce can sometimes be a “game” of who can get the most and give the least.  This can be childish and can ultimately cause you more stress.  The authors of the article suggest determining for yourself what you can realistically live without and move forward with your settlement in a mature way.

Secondly, they advise to get out and be social.   Stepping away from your usual environment can be a welcoming, and refreshing change.  Get out there and talk to other people about anything, besides your divorce.  Taking a break from thinking and talking about your divorce could be a calming occurrence.

“Re-group as a group” is the third tip the Huffington Post gives.  This tip is for the parents out there.  Your children see and hear you stress out about your divorce and generally internalize it all, causing them to have extra and unnecessary stress.  Taking the time to treat your kids to a day away from the house will be relieving and uplifting.  It can be as simple as a walk to the park, or seeing the newest movie that just was released, seeing your children happy and having fun will likely have a similar effect on your own emotions.

Realizing that “this too shall pass” is another suggestion the authors have.  It is way too easy to get caught up in all the divorce drama, and that can be extremely overwhelming.  Taking a step back to realize that there will be an end to the drama and chaos can do wonders for your sanity.  Try to look at the situation as a new beginning, and even begin to make some new plans for your future.  Having a different outlook on your divorce process can help to alleviate some of the pain and stress that comes with getting a divorce.

Lastly, Huffington Post advises taking care of yourself first and foremost.  Follow the first four steps in order to prioritize yourself and your sanity throughout this crazy process.  Also, by putting yourself first and making sure that you are as emotionally and physically okay as you can be, you’ll find that you are a much better friend, parent, and family member.

The divorce process can be emotionally trying.  If you are considering filing for divorce or want to speak to a knowledgeable and experienced Long Island divorce attorney to discuss your options, please contact the Law Offices of Jay D. Raxenberg.

Call (516) 491-0565 or toll free (888) 543-4867.