Every divorce is different, and it’s important to accept your own feelings whenever they come up.
At The Positive Divorce, we talk to people who are on this journey every day. And what we’ve found is that people’s emotions often follow a pattern. We call this the ‘Divorce Curve’.
Generally, people find that regardless of whether they are the person initiating the divorce, or whether the desire to divorce came from the other person, there is an initial period of shock and confusion where they find it hard to think clearly or organise themselves.
Shortly after that, most people experience a surge of nervous energy and feel the need to gather information and make plans.
Divorce is a huge change, and it is important that you look after yourself throughout. Make sure you reach out to family and friends for the support you need, and take care to eat and sleep well and stay hydrated. These things often affect mental health more than people may realise.
If you are struggling with self-care or your mental wellbeing, think seriously about getting some professional support from a therapist or your doctor. With the right help, you can process difficult feelings and start looking towards a more positive future.
Divorce is a huge change, and it is important that you look after yourself throughout. Make sure you reach out to family and friends for the support you need, and take care to eat and sleep well and stay hydrated. These things often affect mental health more than people may realise.
If you are struggling with self-care or your mental wellbeing, think seriously about getting some professional support from a therapist or your doctor. With the right help, you can process difficult feelings and start looking towards a more positive future.
- Find out everything you need to know about the divorce process
- Read real-life divorce stories to see how others managed their divorce and moved on positively
- Self-care is vital for your wellbeing – follow our guidance for looking after yourself
