5 Tips for Keeping Your Divorce Civil

Clearly, going through a divorce can be a very trying time for everyone involved. Some may say it is the most emotionally draining experience they have ever gone through. That being said, when you are feeling at your worst, it can be very easy to lash out and say things you don't mean in the heat of the moment. Our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks have seen all sorts of situations and we are here to give you a few tips for keeping your divorce civil. Ultimately, this process should be as painless as you can possibly make it for you and your children. Nothing needs to happen that can make matters worse and our Lake of the Ozarks divorce attorneys can be a voice of objective guidance during an emotional time for you. For a free consultation regarding divorce, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231.


5 Tips for Keeping Your Divorce Civil 


Vent in a healthy way.
It is important that you find a safe and healthy way to vent your frustrations during such an emotional time. For example, you may try:

  • Journaling
  • Talk to a Counselor
  • Exercise
  • Boxing
...whatever your choice may be, just avoid venting your frustrations in front of your spouse and children and escalating the situation.


Don't take your frustrations out in front of your children.
The children are innocent in this process so don't make the situation worse by talking disrespectfully about your ex in front of them. That doesn't do anyone any good.

Negotiate and be fair.
Uncontested divorces can be much less complicated than contested divorces. The spouses typically agree on the terms of the divorce in an uncontested divorce and the process tends to go more quickly than that of a contested divorce. The point here is to realize this divorce is a process and it can go more smoothly if you negotiate and be fair.

Communicate respectfully.
This can go back to the golden rule, treat others how you want to be treated. Be open and truthful, withstand from being rude or inappropriate during the divorce process and just be respectful to one another. It may help to try and take your emotions completely out of it and just think of it more as a transaction that should go amicably.

Look to the future.
This is where you try to see the big picture and what is to come. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel, so to speak. Focusing on what could be a positive future may help you get through this divorce to get there.



As our divorce attorneys in Camden County said earlier, divorce can be one of the most stressful events in the lives of many people. The emotional effect on children alone, can be traumatic, resulting in difficulties in school and sleep disturbance. During this time of emotional turmoil, critical decisions regarding property division, child support and custody must be made that will have an impact on your future years to come. An experienced divorce attorney in Camdenton can provide the objective guidance necessary to navigate through this difficult time. For your free consultation, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch today at 573-346-7231.


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