When two people enter a marriage, they usually make a commitment for better or worse. However, sometimes the worse can be overwhelming and it is in the best interest of everyone to dissolve the marriage. Going through a divorce can be a stressful experience. For many, it can feel like their life and the life of their kids are hanging in the balance. The uncertainty can cause lots of clients to feel stressed and overwhelmed.
It is important that individuals take positive steps to move forward versus engaging in an unproductive activity. Taking positive steps can take an individual’s mind off the divorce and put them in a better place when they have to make decisions in their case. An individual going through a divorce must nourish their mind and soul, and there is a realm of possibilities to achieve a more satisfying state of mind:
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Physical exercise and activities can often help
someone to relax and feel better. This
can include jogging, biking, lifting weights, yoga, or other physical
activities. Getting some exercise can
help raise morale and make somebody feel relaxed and energized.
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Although faith and beliefs are different for
everybody, continuing to go to church, synagogue, mosque or temple can be
vital to one’s well-being by keeping that schedule. For those who are going through a divorce,
faith, and hope in something beyond one’s self can help ease unsubstantiated
worry. Being around other optimistic
individuals with faith can be helpful.
However, for those who are not religious, yoga, meditating or other
relaxation activities can help.
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Surrounding yourself and spending time with
positive friends and family members can also help an individual get to a better
place. Having a support system around in the middle of a divorce is essential.
So, do not be afraid to reach out to those that care about you.
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Engaging in enjoyable hobbies can ease the
mind. Whether it’s getting into nature,
going to movies, attending sporting events, decorating, cooking, or any other
hobby or recreational activity, it’s essential to get out and enjoy life.
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Books and podcasts can be important for those
going through a divorce especially if these books and podcasts are
uplifting. A great thing about podcasts
is that many of these can be found online for free.
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Because a divorce can often be a traumatic
experience, therapy is something that can ease the pain and anguish of a
divorce. The best therapists are
excellent listeners who can also provide guidance and critical insight.
While most know that divorce is conceptually hard, it’s hard
to really understand it until one goes through it. For this reason, it is vital
to take positive steps and engage in activity that is nourishing. Having an attorney with the resources and
knowledge to give you the best representation is vital to your interest and the
interest of your family. You also want
to make sure they will exhaust all avenues and be willing to research, pursue
and implement strategies to provide the best possible outcome.
Rob McAngus,
Partner with Verner Brumley Parker, P.C., is Board Certified in Family Law and
his practice is devoted primarily to family law, including high conflict
divorce, custody cases, and complex property issues. In addition to being
selected on the Board of Directors for the Family Law Section of the Dallas Bar
Association; he values your priorities as a parent and works with you to
achieve the goals that will help transition your family to a new normal. As both an adopted child and a member of a
blended family, Rob can provide a unique perspective in the practice of family
law.
Rob has been recognized in Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in
2016 through 2021, and recently The National Advocates recognized Rob as one of
the Top 40 Under 40. He can be reached
by calling 214.526.5234 or by email at rmcangus@vernerbrumley.com. Mr. McAngus received his bachelor’s degree
cum laude and master’s degree from Baylor University and graduated cum laude
from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University.
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