Contemplating Divorce by Gadoua, Susan -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Contents Acknowledgments Introduction

Divorce Is a Big Deal Rethinking Marriage and Divorce What This Book Offers You Who Should Read This Book Steps in the Decision-Making Process

Beginning the Mental Journey

Standing at the Crossroads The Divorce Contemplation Continuum Are You In or Out? The Marital Indecision Cycle

Knowing Your Options

Options

Understanding Your Emotions

The Grief Progression Weathering the Emotional Storm Energy-Saving Tips Sticking with the Process

Learning About Your Relationship

How and Why We Attract Someone Breaking Patterns Understanding Others’ Viewpoints Willingness Is Key

Knowing What You Need

What’s Wrong with Having Needs? Hierarchy of Needs Marriage and the Hierarchy of Needs Knowing What You Need The Three-Step Guide to Getting Your Needs Met Your Marriage and Your Needs Divorce and the Hierarchy of Needs

Finding Your Truth

Knowing If You Should Stay or Go Affirming Your Truth Knowing Why You Should Stay or Go Knowing When You Should Stay or Go

Taking Action When It’s Needed

Standing on the Edge The Courage to Divorce Divorce Isn’t Easy, but It Is Doable Making Mistakes Overview of Divorce Details of Divorcing Setting Postdivorce Goals Landing on Your Feet

Understanding the Needs of Others

Understanding Your Spouse’s Needs Understanding Your Children’s Needs Understanding Other Family Members’ Needs Understanding Friends’ Needs

Making Peace with Your Decision

The Difference Between Avoidance and Full Commitment Staying in Your Marriage Leaving Your Marriage Your Decision and the Hierarchy of Needs Your Remaining Journey