A Snowstorm, Mediation, and Your Financial Future [VIDEO]
Last year, someone told me in mid-October, “I hear we’re going to have a big snowstorm on Thanksgiving.” That didn’t actually happen, but what struck me is how much [...]
How a Financial Professional Can Empower Both Spouses in Divorce Mediation [VIDEO]
In mediation, when one spouse lacks financial confidence or understanding, I bring in a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) to help. The CDFA works with both parties to explain [...]
When Self-Doubt Emerges in Mediation, a Lack of Confidence — Not Conflict — Can Derail the Process [VIDEO]
This video discusses how, in mediation, a spouse's lack of self-trust, particularly around decision-making, can disrupt the process. This often shows up with financial matters, especially when one spouse [...]
Why Doing Nothing Is Sometimes the Best First Step in Mediation [VIDEO]
A quote inspired by Lao Tzu: "The best way to settle muddy water is to do nothing." The quote relates this to mediation, explaining that in the midst of [...]
Protecting Your Children from Parental Conflict During Divorce [VIDEO]
During divorce and separation, negativity between parents can deeply affect kids. They see themselves as a blend of both parents, so when one speaks negatively about the other, children [...]
Co-Parenting After Separation: Prioritizing Your Children’s Well-Being [VIDEO]
In this video, Ada shares her mother's wisdom: "If you're OK, the kids are OK. If you're not OK, the kids are not OK." As a mediator at the [...]
Managing a Victim Mentality in Mediation: Overcoming Resistance and Moving Forward [VIDEO]
Ada Hasloecher from the Divorce and Family Mediation Center discusses the challenges of mediating with a client who has a victim mentality. She shares a case where a client [...]
Overcoming the Past: Moving Forward in Mediation [VIDEO]
Ada Hasloecher, from the Divorce and Family Mediation Center, shares an analogy comparing driving while looking in the rearview mirror to being stuck in the past during mediation. [...]
Leveling the Playing Field in Mediation to Encourage Fair Financial Discussions (video)
Leveling the playing field is crucial, especially when addressing finances and equitable distribution. Before negotiations begin, all financial information must be (1) gathered, (2) accurate, and (3) understood [...]