Get this book if you are getting divorced
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If you are considering a divorce or are already in the process this is a book that all women should read.

Where many other books have fallen short in my opinion, is that they discuss divorce from a rather impersonal and general standpoint. This book is tailored to women and written from a perspective that clarifies the entire process, but also has a special focus on the future outcome of financial health.

With so much focus on the emotional aspect of divorce, it was about time someone considered highlighting the other unpleasant and yet necessary portions of the process. The survival of the parties involved depends upon such reality being discussed and understood.

This book guides the reader step-by-step through the process of divorce and how to become independent from your former spouse. One of the things that impressed me the most about this book, is that it is broken down into easily navigated sections as well as language that anyone can understand. Each part is explained fully and it is clear that the author is knowledgeable in his chosen subject matter.

Divorce is obviously, not a fun issue to deal with, but this book covers the realities in a way that may help women to understand it is not the end of the world.

I would certainly recommend this to anyone in said situation. Very well written and informative.
494401
I am really enjoying this book. As someone who is contemplating a divorce, this book is exactly what I have been looking for in terms of having a combination of practical advice, good anecdotes (essential in any self-help book), and the personal experience of the author, which is uncannily similar to my personal situation. I think this book is really helpful for anyone considering leaving a very unhealthy, stifling relationship or marriage. I literally stumbled upon this book in the library (did not go looking for it - I just happened to see the spine peeking out at me and grabbed it.) I was hooked after the first three pages.

This is a book I will certainly buy and read again and again as I work through different life transitions.
2593386
Oh how I wish I had this knowledge when I went through my divorce in 1985.  This book contains a wealth of information everyone going through or considering going through a divorce should know.  So wish this wasn't a necessity to life but unfortunately is.  Highly recommend reading!
951157
I truly liked the message about how we should get organized now in our new life!
I felt so overwhelmed with our divorce and needed practical ways of moving forward. it also was good to read
How my feelings were the same as yours.
the hardest for me is how the divorce is hard on my boys...., but they do not talk about it which is hard.
I was married to a narc assist and feel free now.
I disliked all the Christian sayings as I am not that spiritual of a person.
thanks for this wonderful book!!!27 years of marriage here
Coco
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This book is a 'must have' for anyone considering a divorce, or who has already begun the process. It provides insight and clear strategies for proceeding with your own divorce.
  Divorce can be a very painful situation; the author deals with the emotional issues involved with compassion, and also a no-nonsense attitude regarding protecting yourself, your children and property, should your spouse show hostility or violence when faced with the divorce. Her discussions detailing how to prepare, and what to expect are reassuring.
  She comes across as a compassionate and competent attorney, and also prepared to 'go to the mat' in your defense.
4333466
Wish this book had been around when I went through a divorce.  It would have spared me more than a few years of floundering in negative thinking.  The author does an excellent job of presenting the legal/technical aspects of divorce and she provides a superb road map to not simply surviving emotionally, but staying positively focused and moving on a path towards inner peace and happiness with the situation.  She adds just the right touch of humor,as only one who has been there can.
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I have used this book before in the "with Children" version. It is very informative and the Blank Court forms are so easy to fill out and use. You save so much money with this book IF you can work out all details between you and your spouse. It helps guide you thru all the steps and the little procedures you are made to go thru so the various court offices i.e. Friend of the court (exactly what it says NOT your friend ONLY the courts) get their share of the monies you have to pay even when they do nothing for you.
I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to file for Divorce and needing a "Do It Yourself Divorce" guide. This is full of facts about All the aspects of divorce and how it can affect both parties.
3751108
My brother bought this for me when he found out that my husband and I were divorcing.  At first, I was hurt -- I was going through an emotional trial; the last thing I needed was a stupid book telling me what to do!  But boy, was I wrong.  In fact, in the early stages of my divorce, I was definitely thinking emotionally - and what a mistake!  I highly recommend this book for anyone who is trying to get through a divorce.
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This book is a "Gold Mine" of information for any person who wants to know "How to Resolve Your Child Custody Dispute Without Giving Up, Giving In, or Going Broke". It is easy to read and very informative. Every chapter gives you new useful information, good advice, and several referrals to books or websites that explain more about each subject.
After a two-year custody battle, after getting over depression, and filing for bankruptcy, I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel for my horrible divorce.  I wish I had this book two years ago.
2029128
This is a must read for divorcees. A persons divorce may not be as bad as this. But the way she comes through it helps give good advice
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Nothing prepares a woman for a divorce. But there are certain financial issues that you need to resolve without delay -- even though money matters are the last thing you want to deal with at this extremely stressful time.  I almost shortchanged my kids by settling for an offer from my ex-husband  that sounded fair but that was really cheating us out of tens of thousands  of dollars of his pension and other benefits.  Fortunately, my sister gave  me a copy of "SIMPLE MONEY SOLUTIONS" right before I signed this  unfair agreement.  In this book Nancy lays out a dozen important steps you  need to take right away.  It shows you how to go about divvying up your  house, pensions, insurance and other property in a fair way -- and how to  find the experts you need (lawyers, accountants and investigators) so that  you don't settle for less than you and your kids are entitled to.  Then my  sister gave me a book she saw on OPRAH's show called "THE COURAGE TO  BE A SINGLE MOTHER"  by Sheila Ellison.  It dispelled a lot of myths I  harbored about life after divorce -- that it takes months or years to get  back my confidence and a sense of normalcy in our family.  Both these books  are helping us to recover and start to be happy again.  Sheila and Nancy  have done a fabulous job of helping women during this gut-wrenching time.  My kids and I will be forever grateful!
2083010
This book is absolutely phenomenal. Its a very helpful and simple way for children to understand the difficult process of divorce and can assist parents in the explanation of the changes happening between mommy and daddy. I definitely recommend this book to anyone that is experiencing divorce with young children involved.
2584442
Excellent book! I wished I would've read it right after my divorce; it probably would've saved me some of my heartache. Judge's should order petitioners and defendants to read this book as part of their divorce decree.
1640360
I got a copy for a friend who was divorcing and another copy for myself so that I could understand the process better and be more helpful to her. This book was recommended to me by another friend who had divorced and I recommend it also.
3279015
This book really helped me heal.  After reading this book and analyzing it in detail, I still decided to divorce....
423336
This is an excellent book for those people who find themselves going through a divorce or have already divorced.  Ms. Scott has been there.  She knows what it is about and it is clear throughout the book that she wants to help people who are going through this difficult time, whether a man or woman.  The book is sensitive and thoughtful, and has so many suggestions to help a person move on.  It appears to cover just about every situation a newly divorced person might go through, but throughout the book Ms. Scott acknowledges that every situation is different and everybody feels different throughout the grieving process of a divorce.  Each chapter within the book covers a different aspect of what a person  goes through when they divorce, including when you hear the news that your spouse is leaving, to the divorce process, to moving on with your life.  Within each chapter Ms. Scott shares just a bit from real life people who have divorced and how they handled their own situations; how they coped with this place in life that they ever dreamed they would be in.  I found particularly interesting the suggestion to change your routine.  If you used to come home to have dinner with your spouse; instead go the the gym after work, or take a take a new way home, or take the dog for a long walk, are just a couple of suggestions.  Also, the recommendation to talk out your feelings, or have a good cry.  Man or woman, a good cry is totally acceptable.  I highly, highly recommend this book for anybody who is going through a divorce, or somebody who is having difficulty accepting the divorce that has been forced on them.
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This is a great book for anyone going through a breakup or divorce.  I would recommend it. I picked it up at the library for a friend and ended up buying one for me to have to help others going through this cope. Hopefully I will never need it for me. :)