February 20, 2023
It’s hard to admit a mistake. But we all have the opportunity, don’t we? Regularly! Here are some things to consider if you find it hard […]
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March 28, 2022
You don't want to talk settlement when not at your best. "Fight or flight" mode shuts down the areas of your brain that run your critical thinking operations. Here's a tool to in-the-moment help you know when you're operating from your best brain.
April 29, 2020
Marriage Story was nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars this year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHi-a1n8t7M. If you are considering a divorce, it should be required watching. The depiction of […]
March 19, 2019
Currently, when you file for divorce in Michigan, the case title in the Complaint for Divorce reads, “JOHN SMITH, Plaintiff vs. JANE SMITH, Defendant.” Versus. A […]
March 31, 2018
Understanding how you personally make decisions can be essential when in the midst of life-changing events, like divorce. Today’s guest post by John M. Berecz, Ph.D., […]
October 31, 2017
It’s Halloween. We should be well and truly afraid today–of the dark and witches and sugar overload! On a transatlantic flight last month, I watched the […]
February 28, 2017
People often ask how they can save money on their divorce. This month’s newsletter provides some tips for keeping expenses to a minimum. 1. Use as […]
December 7, 2011
I met Dr. Carolyn King this morning, a child and adolescent psychiatrist with Pine Rest in Grand Rapids. We talked about the fact that when done […]
December 1, 2011
I saw a quote on the Michigan Family Law Listserv today that I thought worth sharing. The listserv is the forum where family lawyers “let their […]