“The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.” Gandhi Divorce can be a major stumbling block to our happiness and personal growth. Holding grudges and resentments has been proven to be harmful to your physical health and emotional well-being. Forgiveness is a […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC It’s no secret that one of the biggest challenges divorced parents face is staying in good communication with your children. Obviously, all parents struggle with communication issues as their children grow. But children whose lives are dramatically altered by separation or divorce need even more attention. And diligent observation by their […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC Too many divorces are being scarred by “Unconscious Unparenting!” — leaving the children to pay the price! Why is the concept of Child-Centered, Amicable or Collaborative Divorce so threatening for some? Perhaps because it suggests having to own the part we played in the dissolution of our marriage. Perhaps because it […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC Children tend not to tell you when they are angry, resentful, confused, hurt or depressed. Instead, they reflect their problems through their behavior – acting out or perhaps turning inward in ways that you have not experienced prior to the divorce. Check out these tips for seeing the world through your […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to think about protecting our children not only from overt harm. It’s equally important to focus on avoiding the emotional wounds that can stem from unchecked conflict between parents. Accountability, as well as consistency and respect, are safeguards that shape a child’s sense of […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC When we are in the midst of life trauma it is very difficult to experience anything but the pain, disappointment, hurt and anguish related to that experience. That’s only natural. But very often, looking back in hindsight, we can find meaning, relevance, valuable lessons and insights that were the direct result […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC Getting psyched up to tell your children about your pending divorce — or separation? Not sure what to say? When to say it? How to say it? What to expect after the conversation? What to do next? How to deal with your special circumstances? What therapists, mediators, attorneys and other professionals […]
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC Founder, Child-Centered Divorce Network It’s no secret. Children don’t experience divorce the way adults do. They don’t track legal timelines or understand emotional backstories. What they feel is tension, silence, tone shifts, and sudden changes in how their parents talk to each other. That’s why successful co-parenting communication isn’t a soft […]
By Rosalind Sedacca I came upon this quote from British blogger, David Bly: “Your children will become what you are; so be what you want them to be.” That’s the best advice anyone can give any parent, especially when faced with challenging times, such as your divorce. About 40% of our children will experience the […]
Divorce changes the shape of a family, but it never changes a child’s need for love, safety, and steady support from both parents. Even after the court dates are over, you are still tied together through school drop-offs, sick days, birthdays, and everyday decisions that quietly shape your child’s world. The way you speak to […]
