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Getting back in the game after a divorce can be incredibly challenging for people who’re filled with self-doubt. Divorce has a way of crushing your self-esteem, and the idea of getting into a new relationship can be nerve-wracking.

That being said, some experts believe that relationships after a divorce are usually a lot better than earlier ones.

Let’s look at some of the reasons for this:

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No parent is happy at the prospect of having to tell their kids that their marriage is ending. Unfortunately, around 40–50% of couples in the US have to do just that.

Although there’s no easy way to announce a divorce to your kids, you can do it in a way that prevents angry outbursts and helps them see your side of things.

Here are some tips on speaking to your kids about divorce:

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You can’t imagine your life without your partner. Almost every couple experiences arguments and conflicts.

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Most adults can accept when they’re wrong and are willing to make changes that help them become better people, but there are also those who can’t take criticism at all.

When you try to get them to see your side, they manipulate the situation to make you seem wrong (even though you’re not and you know it!).

People who always have to be right are incredibly challenging to live with. You’ll find yourself walking on eggshells around them. They’ll test your patience, cause you immense frustration, and you’ll soon resort to keeping things to yourself instead of attempting to talk to them.

All of these issues are a breeding ground for problems in any relationship.

So how do you live with someone who always thinks they’re right?

Before we get to that, you first need to understand why people behave this way.

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Both men and women engage in infidelity at similar rates.

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The purpose of family mediation is to resolve any issues that families are facing during a divorce.

While divorce attorneys handle the legal side of things, family mediators are more concerned about the emotional well-being of the parents, and more importantly, the kids.

Children experience tremendous emotional turmoil during a divorce. They feel like their family is being ripped apart, they’re worried about the impact the divorce will have on their relationship with their parents, and they often blame themselves for the separation.

Children experience shock and struggle with uncertainty, helplessness, and anger in the wake of a divorce. Their inability to process and understand the situation causes them to either act out or withdraw from the family.

A family mediator serves as a counselor for the entire family.

Here’s what the family mediation process entails:

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