Dear Divorce Coach

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How to Tell Your Kids About Divorce (What to Say, by Age)

How to Tell Your Kids About Divorce (What to Say, by Age)

Dear Divorce Coach, My husband and I have finally decided to divorce. We're being as civil as we can, but now comes the part that keeps me up at night: telling our kids. They're 6 and 14 — two totally different humans. I'm terrified of saying the wrong thing and...

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How Do I Communicate with My Co-Parent When They Make Everything Difficult?

How Do I Communicate with My Co-Parent When They Make Everything Difficult?

Dear Divorce Coach: When every conversation with your ex turns into an argument, it can leave you feeling defeated and exhausted. But calm isn’t something your co-parent gives you—it’s something you build and protect.

In this article, I share practical tools to help you stay grounded, communicate clearly, and keep your kids out of the crossfire. You’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system, use the BIFF method for difficult conversations, and stop reacting to every emotional landmine.

Read the full piece on the Dear Divorce Coach blog or on Substack to learn how to create peace, even in the middle of chaos.

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