Divorce Readiness - Are You Ready to Proceed?

Divorce readiness: an individual's state of preparedness, both emotionally and practically, for the process of divorce.

It’s important to recognize and understand how prepared you are emotionally to proceed with divorce.

Emotional Stages of Divorce (like stages of grief)

• Denial
• Anger
• Bargaining
• Depression
• Acceptance

Assessing Personal Emotional Preparedness

• Signs of emotional readiness for divorce
• Self-reflection tools
• Key questions to ask oneself
  • Why am I considering divorce?
  • What do I hope to achieve by divorcing?
  • Am I prepared for the emotional challenges of divorce?
  • Have I exhausted all efforts to resolve marital issues?

Acceptance of Reality

Financial and Legal preparedness

• Thorough understanding of your financial situation
• Ability to learn and understand your spouse’s financial situation
• Thorough understanding of the law and how to apply it

Resources and Support Systems

• Counseling and therapy
• Support groups (online and local)
• Support from family and friends
• Maintaining physical health and engaging in self-care activities

Making an Informed Emotional Decision

See the Divorce Readiness quiz to assess readiness on a scale of 1-10.

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And assess your support network as well, with regard to your readiness for divorce.