Category: Lifestyle
In this episode, Tamsin welcomes Katya Willems to discuss the way in which she has changed her working life since divorcing 5 years ago. She also talks about the part…
Since I last sat down to write, the whole world has changed, or so it feels. Yet, I walk outside and everything still looks the same. As the government ask…
Self care during divorce is essential. Stress is here to stay and a natural part of life. It’s important we learn how to manage it better instead of trying to…
Have you ever changed school, moved home, left one job for another and realised that by doing so you’re starting again and leaving all your friends behind? Going away to…
Making time for yourself is difficult at any time but when you’re going through traumatic times in your life, it is even harder. However, self care is vital to deal…
After a divorce we can feel demoralised and demotivated. This can be the case especially if it’s been a protracted ending with lots of hurtful exchanges going back and forth….
Relations between you and your partner have gone sour. You have decided that the time has come to end your marriage. However, Christmas is nearly here so for the sake…
I remember my paternal grandad retiring, probably because he took us to Disneyland when he did! His retirement meant going from full time work in an office in Cardiff to…
Certain times of the year lend themselves to reflection and an appreciation of the impact different people and experiences have had upon our lives. Many of us have specific dates…
There are various times since I separated that I have experienced the loneliness of divorce. It hasn’t always happened when I’ve been on my own. I have sometimes had a…
(One for the girls) Traditionally when a woman gets married to a man, they change their surname to his. When a woman marries another woman, they often use one of…
As a divorcing parent, the weekends can be difficult. This is particularly the case if it’s your weekend away from the children. After a particularly bad week, I’m sure that…
I was flicking through twitter yesterday and found a link to the following article https://www.traveldailymedia.com/brits-are-now-taking-divorce-holidays/. Apparently, Virgin are launching divorce holidays from the UK to Las Vegas. They are intended…
One of the hardest decisions that a couple have to make when they split up is the time that they each spend with their children. Now everything is agreed, you…
You have recently separated but what do you tell your children’s school? Telling your children’s school about separation and divorce can be difficult and embarrassing but it is much better…
I was sitting down to have lunch yesterday and switched on Loose Women, only to find that they were debating Divorce Gift Lists. If you haven’t come across this idea…
You may have been advised to see a financial planner by your lawyer or accountant to help you sort out your finances on divorce or arrange a pension. This doesn’t…
So you’re divorcing or you’ve come out of a significant relationship – what now? What does this mean for your future? There’s so much to try and make sense of…
There are no two ways about it, staying motivated to keep active and healthy at this time of year is really tough. So how do you go about keeping fit…
Your divorce may have perhaps introduced a complete change to your personal circumstances. You may now have a very different financial situation, a new home, location, children who are unsettled….
Cheshire based Personal Trainer Helen Murray brings you some top tips to keep fit and active when time isn’t on your side. “I just don’t have the time!” It’s a…
Many people feel the need for time to heal and grieve after a divorce. Even if the process was fairly amicable or initiated by them it’s often important to recover…
After the distress and upheaval of a divorce, getting back on your feet can seem rather daunting. Counsellor Susan Leigh shares her tips for improving your personal and emotional well-being after separating from your partner.