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Separating from a partner

After a marriage or significant relationship breakup it may seem as if nothing in your life is stable: your home, your finances, your routines can all be turned upside down. You may feel as if you don’t even know yourself anymore and be worrying about the impacts of...

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Children and Separation

Although parents are often upset and confused at this time, it is important to try to understand what your children are going through and to consider their feelings as well. Children have to deal with many changes and adjustments as a result of their parents...

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What to do when you retire

When approaching any significant change in your life, preparation can go a long way in ensuring you’re ready for the road ahead. Transitioning into retirement can be exciting but also stressful and confusing. When people retire, those who have strong social support...

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Empty Nesters

The natural transition period of children growing up, leading more independent lives and leaving the family home, can cause many parents to experience feelings of sadness, loneliness, loss of purpose and meaning, and anxiety over a child’s welfare. These feelings are...

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Families and Children

Tips for new parents

There’s arguably no event in life more significant than the birth of your first child. For many, becoming a parent can be a joyful experience, but it’s not without its challenges. Despite the number of resources, books and opinions on parenting, nothing can truly...

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Ending a relationship

Ending a relationship is a very stressful event in anyone’s life. If you have ended a relationship, you may have a confusing range of painful and distressing emotions and reactions. Normal reactions At times you may have felt: rage and anger, guilt and remorse, or...

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Families and Children

Blended families

Blended families can take on many forms but will typically include a couple and their children from previous relationships, as well as children they may have had together. Although not all family members may be related biologically, they can still form close, loving...

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Families and Children

Children and separation

Making a decision to separate if you have children is complex. How will you tell them? What should you say? When should it be done? At a time when you are vulnerable and unsure of yourself, you have to tell your children that you are separating and their lives are...

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Marriage tips

This tip sheet is intended for people who are in healthy, loving, reciprocal and respectful marriages. Having a connected, happy and long-lasting marriage requires your continual willingness to work on yourself while courageously showing your vulnerability. It is...

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