Difficult Separation

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In a legal separation, the parties are still married, versus a divorce where the marriage is ended. A legal separation is a court order that mandates the rights and duties of a couple while they are still married, but living apart. In a divorce, the spouses are no longer married.

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Is it considered adultery if you are separated?

You and your spouse are still married even if you are separated. If you or your spouse has a sexual relationship with anyone else during your legal separation, it can be considered adultery. It can affect your divorce in the same way as adultery in the marriage.

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How does a legal separation work?

Both a divorce and a legal separation legally create a space between you and your spouse. You live separately. Your finances are separated. Child custody, child support, division of marital assets and debts, and spousal support (called alimony if you divorce) are all ordered by the court.

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Why would you get a legal separation instead of a divorce?

A legal separation is a court order that mandates the rights and duties of a couple while they are still married, but living apart. In a divorce, the spouses are no longer married. ... The court papers for separation maintenance are usually filed by a lawyer through what is referred to as a "motion pending litigation".

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What are the stages of separation?

It is important to work through your emotions and come to terms with them so that you are able to move on.

• Denial. The first stage of separation is denial. ...

• Anger. It is natural to feel angry – both at your ex-partner and yourself. ...

• Guilt. ...

• Fear. ...

• Grief. ...

• Re-invention. ...

• Acceptance.

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How hypnosis may help you to deal with separation?

During your sessions and under hypnosis, our hypnotist will guide to:

1. Recognize that it's OK to have different feelings. ...

2. Give yourself a break. ...

3. Don't go through this alone. ...

4. Take care of yourself emotionally and physically. ...

5. Avoid power struggles and arguments with your spouse or former spouse.

6. Take time to explore your interests.

7. Think positively.

8. know that life will get back to normal.

And many more...

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