These articles were first published in the Ontario Divorce Magazine and are reprinted here with their full permission. The collaborative divorce team Collaborative divorce by its very nature requires a team effort The art of negotiation How to reach an agreement that's both acceptable and affordable. The mediation alternative Mediation is emerging as a viable alternative to standard divorce litigation. Here's what you need to know. The "deadbeat": myths & realities We've all read the dismal stories about ex-spouses who default on their support payments. But has anyone thought to ask why these people aren't paying? The power of forgiveness If you're feeling stuck in your divorce recovery, you may need to forgive your ex and yourself. How to help your child through divorce Anger Divorce-related anger can literally make you crazy -- causing you to say and do things you'd never dream of if you were thinking clearly. Even though it's a normal part of the healing process, anger can become a destructive force in your life. Here's how to cope. Common-law relationships in Canada Common-law relationships are on the rise: according to Statistics Canada, the number of common-law couples is growing at 16 times the rate of marriages. There's a lot of confusion about the rights and obligations arising from this kind of relationship -- especially when it breaks up. Here's a brief primer. Co-parenting communication In order to "normalize" the post-divorce co-parenting situation as much as possible, you need to make all communication clear -- with your children and with your ex-spouse. Successful stepfamilies How to create a happy, functional stepfamily.
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