Reconciliation

Finish Line Ahead

how many mediated divorces end up in an agreement?

By Jennifer Safian / June 5, 2024

This is a question that many people ask during their initial call regarding the divorce mediation process. While over three-quarters of the couples I meet with do complete the process, they don’t all work through it at the same pace, and other life circumstances can interfere which may bring the process to a halt. A…

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the path to reconciliation

By Jennifer Safian / November 18, 2022

1. Pick Your Spot. Try to read the other person’s body language.  2. Tell Them How You Feel. Say that you’ve missed them and express honest regret about how the relationship ended. 3. Maintain Eye Contact. Don’t look evasive or distracted. 4. Acknowledge Your Mistakes and Apologize. Be specific and sincere. 5. Be Realistic. Don’t expect…

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what is reconciliation?

By Jennifer Safian / October 9, 2022

{2 mins to read} My last two articles talked about apology and forgiveness. This article is about reconciliation, which can take place between spouses, friends, or colleagues at work. It can even take place between divorcing spouses, as they may want to maintain a cordial or even amicable relationship after the divorce. However, in this…

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what is forgiveness?*

By Jennifer Safian / September 16, 2022

{5 minutes to read}  Who hasn’t been hurt by the actions or words of another? A parent constantly criticized you growing up, a colleague sabotaged a project, your partner had an affair, or you were physically or emotionally abused by someone close to you. These wounds can leave lasting feelings of anger and bitterness —…

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