Avoiding Divorce

Episode 24: This episode explores the negative emotions that arise when a spouse expresses a desire for divorce. We discuss how to manage these emotions and avoid letting them drive harmful actions and behaviors.

In segment 1, dealing with inconsistency in the walkway spouse is examined. In segment 2, the importance of emotional consistency in the left-behind spouse is discussed.

In segment 1, the discussion centers on why some left-behind spouses struggle with Avoiding Divorce. In segment 2, the topic of trying to control things you have no control over is considered.

In segment 1, dealing with limbo in an in-home separation is considered. In segment 2, self-differentiation and why it is important is discussed.

In segment 1, why left-behind spouses shouldn't start relationship talks is discussed. In segment 2, why walkaway spouses sometimes initiate relationship talks is covered, and the way that left-behind spouses should handle relationship talks is discussed.

In segment 1, a summary of the Avoiding Divorce approach is discussed. In segment 2, an explanation is given related to snooping vs. intelligence gathering.

In the first segment, making the walkaway spouse do the dirty work of divorce is discussed. In segment 2 avoiding divorce even after divorce is explained.

In segment 1, reconnection attempts are discussed. In segment 2 Being consistent with avoiding divorce principles is the topic.

In segment 1 the subject of the walk away spouse's divorce fog is considered. In segment 2, listener questions on recapturing the life you once had when you're a parent, and being emotional even to fault are discussed.

In segment 1 (audio fixed), not avoiding divorce to avoid divorce is explained. In segment 2, when should a left behind spouse decide it is okay to move forward with divorce themselves is discussed. (redo)

In the first segment, how to take your situation one day at a time is discussed. In segment 2, moving forward vs. moving on is the topic.

In segment 1, the topic of marital problems being a marathon not a sprint is covered. In segment 2, the question about what to do after doing all you can to save your marriage, your spouse still wants a divorce is discussed.

Episode 12 In the first segment the question of whether a left behind spouse should date during limbo is discussed. In segment 2, a walkaway spouse that gives little to no warning before leaving is covered.

In this episode, segment 1 deals with why you should get into individual counseling. Segment 2 manipulation vs sincerity is discussed.

Segment 1 deals with having core principles that guide your life and actions. Segment 2 explores whether or not you should confront your spouse's affair partner.

Segment 1 discussed how to set proper boundaries. In Segment 2 remaining emotionally even is discussed

Commanding Respect is important, no one is attracted to a doormat. Also, understanding the difference between commanding respect and demanding respect.

How do you survive through limbo, and FAQs: I love my spouse too much to let them go; focusing on self for the right reasons, and handling social media.

What happens if there is an affair involved? In this episode we discuss affairs and how you should handle your situation in that case, whether its a physical or emotional affair.

In segment 1, marriage counseling is discussed, should you try it in your situation? Segment 2 covers listening and validating in the event your walkaway spouse initiates a relationship discussion.

Learning how to be happy by yourself. Becoming emotionally detached and self-differentiated.

Recapturing your premarried life, and self-improving.

Should you say I love you? And how to handle relationship discussions.

Your spouse has just told you that they want a divorce. Now what? We'll discuss next steps in this episode.