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Martin Kranitz

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Author of Getting Apart Together: The Couple's Guide to a Fair Divorce or Separation

Gayle Rosenwald Smith

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Lawyer and author of Divorce and Money: Everything You Need to Know

Bill Ferguson

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Former divorce attorney and author of How to Heal a Painful Relationship and If Necessary, Part as Friends
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Breaking Up is Hard To Do

Breaking Up is Hard To Do

When one says, “I do,” no one believes that it will result in divorce down the road. You can begin by setting short- and long-term goals for yourself.

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Mending the Heart

Mending the Heart

You will likely experience many emotions during the first week of your split. Here's how you can deal with them.

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Call a Lawyer

Call a Lawyer

One of the first things you will need to do is secure an attorney. Find out how to secure the right one for you.

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Breaking The News

Breaking The News

Telling your children about your impending divorce is often one of the most difficult aspects of the entire process.

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The Importance of Being Busy

The Importance of Being Busy

You may be tempted to sit around and mope during the first 30 days of your divorce. Avoid this trap by keeping yourself busy.

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Language of Divorce

Language of Divorce

There is a lot of the legal jargon surrounding your divorce. Here are a few terms you should get familiar with.

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Turn to Friends and Family

Turn to Friends and Family

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Focus on You

Focus on You

You’ve made it through your first week of a divorce. Be proud of yourself for getting through such a hard time in your life.

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Take Good Care of Yourself

Take Good Care of Yourself

During this tumultuous time in your life, it’s important to invest in your physical well-being.

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Reading Up On Divorce

Reading Up On Divorce

You could probably benefit from reading as much as you can about the divorce process. Here are some books to get you started.

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