Divorce is a cruel storm. If we could see our ex-partners as humans rather than combatants, we could begin to heal the pain. We’re in this together, no matter how it turns out. Humans of Divorce are people who are doing their best in spite of the negative actions of their co-parent.

Dear Custodial Parent: We Are All Still Together After Divorce

I wish she had taken me or the kids into consideration before going full-force for the custodial divorce deal. It was not good for any of us, her included.

Continue ReadingDear Custodial Parent: We Are All Still Together After Divorce

If I Have Problem About It and You Don’t, That’s a Problem

It is my belief, that if you don't build and nurture a strong WE container with your partner, you're going to find asparagus popping up in between you more frequently. Put the WE first in consideration and you are on your way towards building a healthier and happier partnership.

Continue ReadingIf I Have Problem About It and You Don’t, That’s a Problem

Checking-In with Online Dating: Still Challenging & Vapid

You're going to have to be active in participating, in saying hello in real-time, and not using "online dating is so bad" as an excuse. I know I do it. But let's get out there together, okay?

Continue ReadingChecking-In with Online Dating: Still Challenging & Vapid

Online Dating Refresh: Can We Start Over?

I quickly and clearly expressed my change of plans and released them back into the stream of possibilities. Get clear on your dating goals. And if you need someone to talk to about all of this crazy mess, I'm here.

Continue ReadingOnline Dating Refresh: Can We Start Over?

A Zen Retake on Love: Attachment is the Root of All Suffering

We put time into the relationship, we want results. We invest our heart and soul in a person, we hope they will return the gift. But people are funny.

Continue ReadingA Zen Retake on Love: Attachment is the Root of All Suffering