For many, marriage is foundational and so when a marriage falls apart it can feel like your foundation is crumbling and that your entire life is about to come crashing down. The emotional turmoil, financial repercussions, social changes, impact on your children and a host of other concerns can be overwhelming. We live in a world that never stops – jobs, bills, summer camp for the kids, taxes and more just keep going at full speed even as you struggle to face this massive change affecting your life. Below, we’ve shares stories and lessons from some of the bravest folks we know.
Bonique Edwards
Lessons Learned About Divorce. The process of divorce feels like having a car accident every day. It was emotionally and physically abusive to my body and soul. I felt like a failure. I honestly stayed too long because I was ashamed and too embarrassed to admit defeat to my family and friends. Read more>>
Amanda Elhage
When my Divorce started in 2020 to when it ended officially in 2022, it was easily the hardest time of my life. Having just moved across the country, it was honestly something I didn’t see coming. With having a new house, 2 kids, and a business to consider, it was no easy feat to navigate. The first few weeks were spent crying, being angry, being in denial, and sulking. It was safe to say that I ran the gamut of emotions but what helped me during that time, I found, was hiking. Read more>>
Claire Oksayan
Divorce is rampant in my family, just as it is in our society right now. My parents divorced when I was 12 – they were the first ones to do that in our little community in Central Oregon and it took a toll on their friendships and on my upbringing. I feel like it gave everyone around us a green light to follow suit, and just a few years later most of my aunts and uncles had divorced as had so many of my friends’ parents. Read more>>
