Going through a divorce is undoubtedly one of the most stressful life events that you can experience. You may feel lost and while you want to help the process go smoother, you’re not sure how. However, there are a few … Read More
It is well-known that divorce is incredibly stressful. Many people think of the emotional implications and complications, but don’t realize that divorce can take a very real physical toll on your body. It is important that you practice mindful self-care … Read More
We’re taught at a very young age that it’s important to learn how to listen, but how often are we actually LISTENING to what other people are saying? I was at Riverside Juvenile Hall recently checking in the juvenile mediation … Read More
Every year at Thanksgiving my family goes around the table, and we share what we’re thankful for. Now it sounds cheesy, but it’s honestly one of my most favorite times because it reminds me to be grateful for what I … Read More
This past weekend I spent Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, with my family in Arizona. Rabbi Bonnie Koppel gave her evening sermon on “How to be Happy.” It struck me as something that is so simple to think about, … Read More
On a daily basis, often on a subconscious level, we all make choices defined by emotional and physical boundaries. We go about our day, operating from an internal and external home base. This base consists of the details that uniquely … Read More
Yesterday I had a wonderful interview with Alyson Carrel, Clinical Assistant Professor, Assistant Director, Center on Negotiation and Mediation at Northwestern University School of Law where we talked about ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) as a first career. As someone who began … Read More
1. Becoming a Financial Victim If you suspect that your spouse is planning a divorce, make copies of all vital financial records such as account statements (savings, stockbroker, real estate partnership) and data that relates to your marital lifestyle (checking … Read More
Are you in a blended family that is driving you crazy? Are you getting ready to blend families? This transition can be extremely difficult for everyone involved. SDFMC is now practicing a new type of mediation for blended families. The … Read More
There is a new movie being released this month (January 2014), that exposes family court for what it really is. This is an issue near and dear to my heart and I have always wanted to write a book about … Read More