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The Crucial Role of Mental and Emotional Health Support Before, During, and After Divorce
Divorce is an emotionally charged life event that can turn your world upside down. The whirlwind of emotions, the legal complexities, and...
Leslie Garske
Oct 3, 20232 min read
A Fair Divorce Settlement
By Leslie S. Garske Once you come to the realization that #divorce is a possibility, your mind quickly shifts to thoughts about your...
Leslie Garske
Sep 28, 20232 min read
How Divorce Can Affect Your Friendships
By Mary Salisbury of the Institute of Divorce Financial Analysis One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is that you are not only...
Leslie Garske
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Smooth Sailing Through Divorce: The Power of a Divorce Mediator and CDFA
By Leslie S. Garske Divorce can be one of life's most challenging journeys, filled with complex emotions and financial intricacies....
Leslie Garske
Sep 13, 20232 min read
Navigating Divorce and Real Estate: 5 Options for a Smooth Transition
By Brian Burke - Kenna Real Estate The Interplay Between Divorce and Real Estate #Divorce introduces many financial, emotional, and...
Leslie Garske
Aug 29, 20232 min read
Is Your Attorney Really On Your Side? – Why You May Also Need a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
By Leslie S. Garske #DIYdivorces or using an inexperienced lawyer may lead to costly mistakes, such as overlooking important financial...
Leslie Garske
Aug 21, 20234 min read
The Top 3 Divorce Settlement Mistakes
By Leslie S. Garske The Top 3 Divorce Settlement Mistakes When you are facing a life-changing decision like divorce, what do you think...
Leslie Garske
Jul 25, 20233 min read
Navigating Blended Families with Jessica Kallweit
By Jessica Kallweit On this episode of Breaking Upward, host Beth Andersen, Owner & Attorney at Andersen Law PC interviews Jessica...
Jessica Kallweit
Jul 5, 20231 min read
Creating a Less Stressful Co-Parenting Experience
By Leslie S. Garske Co-parenting can be a challenging task, but there are several strategies you can implement to make it less stressful...
Leslie Garske
Jun 26, 20232 min read
Can a Divorce Mediator Really Be Neutral?
By Leslie S. Garske Divorce mediators are trained to remain neutral and impartial throughout the process. They are skilled in...
Leslie Garske
May 26, 20232 min read
9 Inexpensive Self-Care Tips for During Divorcee
No matter how necessary it may be and how it benefits you in the long run, divorce is a traumatic loss. Your body, mind, and soul react...
Leslie Garske
Feb 15, 20232 min read
Valentine's Day After Divorce
If you’ve been married for some time — no matter how happy or problematic that relationship was — Valentine’s Day was probably still...
Leslie Garske
Jan 29, 20232 min read
The Effects of Divorce on Women
Most divorced couples expect to go through a tough adjustment period immediately after the marriage comes to an official end. It's...
Leslie Garske
Sep 13, 20222 min read
Wake Up And Walk! 7 Benefits Of Taking A Morning Stroll
Still having difficulty fitting exercise into your day? Start by heading out for a morning walk. No matter your fitness level, walking...
Leslie Garske
Aug 29, 20223 min read
10 Tips for a Peaceful Divorce
By now we are all too familiar with the popular movement to “consciously uncouple,” and while it sounds lovely in theory, I used to...
Leslie Garske
Aug 9, 20227 min read
7 Steps To Financial Recovery After a Messy Divorce
Divorce can change your life. Especially, a messy one can be financially damaging, and you may have to give up your lifestyle. Your...
Leslie Garske
Jun 27, 20221 min read
Work Productivity! Staying Motivated at Work After a Divorce
Work is often the farthest thing from a mother’s mind after a divorce. This is an incredibly emotional and stressful time, which...
Leslie Garske
Jun 13, 20221 min read
Managing Summer Vacation after Separation & Divorce
By Kids in the Middle You’re past the stressful stages of divorce, vacation plans are in the works, and you’re ready to enjoy some...
Leslie Garske
Apr 25, 20221 min read
Divorce Recovery: Creating Space for Feeling and Healing
There is so much to do post-divorce, from reimagining life without your spouse to helping your kids and family understand the changes, it...
Leslie Garske
Apr 20, 20221 min read
Garske Divorce Mediation - Annual Tune Up Package
Having clear expectations when designing your parenting plan can help ensure smooth sailing as you move forward with co-parenting. The...
Leslie Garske
Apr 17, 20221 min read
Mindful Mediation Divorce Resources
Wisdom & Tools for the Journey
Explore our video library of interviews with experts in the divorce field - from therapists, to housing experts, to life coaches. The healing can begin now for you and your family, our hope is that these videos will encourage you on that path.
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