The Advisability of Having a Prenup (Video)
Even though people think that prenups are unromantic, they are actually the most romantic thing that you can do. Why? Getting things in writing and settling issues up [...]
What Banana are You Holding On To? (Video)
We have all been in those situations where we dig in our feet and decide that we are not giving in or giving up what we believe is [...]
N Apostrophe T (N’T) — What Does That Mean? (Video)
Can't, Won't, Don't, Couldn't, Shouldn't, Wouldn't. What do these words have in common? They all end with the negative “n’t.” As a mediator, I hear these phrases all [...]
To Bear but not Necessarily Share Another’s Beliefs and Practices (VIDEO)
An acquaintance was describing a situation that he found he couldn't tolerate — he had an intolerance for somebody else's ability to tolerate something. That started me thinking [...]
Does it Make Sense to have a Joint Bank Account after Divorce? (VIDEO)
One of the first things divorcing couples are advised to close is their joint bank accounts, but those with children may continue to have joint expenses. What about opening [...]
Is there a “Standard” Parenting Plan?
N0! There is no such thing as a “standard” parenting plan. There are lots of details that we have to work out but my clients have done some [...]
The Healing Magic of Mediation (VIDEO)
In this video, I’m piggybacking on fellow mediator and friend, Clare Piro’s videos that describe how grace and humanity can occur in mediation. I take her excellent advice [...]
Mediators Sweep and Wax to Help Couples Achieve a Friction-Free Divorce
The 2022 Winter Olympics are up and running, or should I say skiing, snowboarding, and skating. I’m avidly watching as usual and I found two events that remind [...]
A Gray Divorce is Your Decision and Nobody Should Judge It [VIDEO]
When a couple has been married for many, many years, their decision to divorce should be admired for the courage it takes rather than being negatively judged. Once [...]