Trial Separation Ground Rules: Why You Should Try To Use Them To Your Advantage

It’s usually a good idea to try to set some ground rules before you begin your trial or marital separation. Having a clear understanding of what is going to happen can help you avoid misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Unfortunately, it’s common for each spouse to have a very different perception of “ground rules.” Usually, the […]

The Pros and Cons of A Trial Separation: Important Pluses and Minuses.

By: Leslie Cane: Many people feel intense worry when they are considering a trial separation. What if this is the wrong decision? What if the separation pushes you toward a divorce that you don’t want? Is there another alternative that you haven’t explored? These are all very valid questions. As someone who separated myself (although […]

Trial Separation Statistics: What Are The Odds Of Getting Back Together After A Separation? What Are The Chances Of Reconciling?

By: Leslie Cane: It’s not uncommon for people facing a trial separation to seek out statistics on the same. It’s normal to want to know what you are up against. People want to know if separation is usually a precursor to divorce or if the process actually helps most of the couples who attempt it. […]