Article for Stowe Family Law, in collaboration with Paula Crowhurst
In this article, I explore why seeking emotional support during a divorce is not just helpful — it’s essential for your wellbeing, clarity and resilience.
I highlight how divorce ranks as one of the most stressful life events, comparable to bereavement, and how it impacts every sphere of your life — relationships, work, identity and sense of safety. I explain that reaching out to the right kinds of support — be that friends and family, peer-groups, coaches or therapists — isn’t a sign of failure, but a strategic and self-respecting choice.
I walk you through the pros and cons of different support routes:
- Close friends and family can provide immediate emotional refuge, though their advice may be biased or emotionally charged.
- Online forums and social media groups offer connection and shared experience, but can also generate comparison or confusion without moderation.
- Professional support — such as a certified divorce coach or therapist — offers structured, confidential space to process feelings and plan the next phase.
If you’re going through or anticipating a separation and feeling overwhelmed, this article invites you to recognise that you don’t have to navigate it alone. I encourage you to read on and discover how building an emotional support system now can protect your decisions, strengthen your resilience and help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.