My first marriage resulted in a divorce and a less-than-amicable split, followed by years of strife and disagreement. Statistically, second marriages fail more frequently than first. I am no relationship expert and there’s no snake oil cure in this post. But I am pretty sure this one thing my wife and I do has helped our marriage thrive.
Divorce
I am Simon from #DoctorFoster. Not the actor, but every other way you can imagine.
I am Simon from Doctor Foster. Well, not on the show, but I am Simon in the real world. I hid my infidelity for years, only to be caught. My life took off like a roaring brush fire. I lost it all; I hit rock bottom. But I also survived. I don’t know if I should tell my new wife about my past life.
Memoirs of a Psychologist: Divorce’s Effects on Children
One of the greatest risks for children who experience divorce may be that they learn it as the sole solution to marital problems.
Memoirs of a Psychologist: Effects of Divorce on Men
Psychologist Dr. Robert Erdei weighs in on the effects of divorce on men with this newest piece in the “Memoirs of a Psychologist” series.
Memoirs of a Psychologist: Raising Resilient Kids After Divorce
Another great piece from Dr. Robert Erdei writing about one of his passions and specialties: Raising Resilient Kids After Divorce. How do children of divorce survive and thrive?
Congress and the President Could Learn a Few Things From Co-Parents
Successful co-parents have learned the art of negotiation, listening and mutual respect. It seems our leaders could learn something from co-parents.