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An ending to 2008 and a new beginning…….
Reflections and Resolutions……….
As I look back at what I have accomplished in 2008 and think about what I want to do in 2009, I realize that setting goals and objectives, to keep me focused, will help me achieve my dreams.
As the Nike slogan says – Just Do It – Meaning stop wondering about what you would do to make you happier, make a list of those things that will bring you happiness and start doing something about it now. How are you going to accomplish this?
§ Set realistic goals of what you would like to accomplish this year.
§ Make a top 5 list of your objectives.
§ Take your list and write out what you need to do to get there.
§ January 1 - start doing one of those things to help you achieve your objectives.
Think about what you want out of life and start doing the things
you need to, to get you there.
Wishing you much luck and happiness for a smart, wonderful and fulfilling 2009
Add comment December 28, 2008
Taking doom and gloom out of the divorce process
Taking the doom and gloom out of the divorce process can sound like a daunting process. But, it need not be if you are smart about your divorce.
With a smart divorce, you realize that the pain of divorce can be lessened dramatically by properly handling the competing emotional and legal sides of divorce. And, that you deal with the emotional side of divorce outside of the legal system. If you are able to do this then you are more likely to gain perspective on your legal options early on; this will assist you in making informed decisions, protect you from the damage that uncontrolled emotions can cause; and guide you in meeting your children’s best interest.
Being smart about divorce also means arming yourself with knowledge about the divorce process. There are many ways to research divorce. Here are a few ways that I can help you navigate the divorce process:
- Reading the book, The Smart Divorce – available at amazon.com, amazon.ca, barnesandnoble.com and wherever books are sold.
- My One-on-One divorce consulting can help you think strategically about the divorce process. one_on_one_consulting-pdf
- Enrolling in one of The Smart Divorce workshops.
There was a recent article in The Toronto Star which outlines the benefits of The Smart Divorce workshops. http://www.thestar.com/Comment/article/541734
If you think that any of this would be helpful for you, please don’t hesitate to contact me at info@thesmartdivorce.com
Wishing you all the best during this difficult time,
Deborah
Add comment November 25, 2008
The Smart Divorce Tip Sheet
THE SMART DIVORCE
Tip Sheet
What is A Smart Divorce?
The Smart Divorce process will help you to:
- understand the “emotional divorce” versus the “legal divorce”
- understand the various dispute resolutions available
- make informed decisions
- minimize the financial, legal and emotional stress
Be SMART about your divorce.
State your goals and objectives at the beginning. Make sure these are realistic.
Maximize your information and knowledge base.
Avoid reacting to your emotions.
Retain the best possible divorce team your budget allows.
Treat your divorce as a business transaction.
How to start The Smart Divorce
-Develop your support network – therapist, support groups, Clergy, divorce consultant and friends.
- interview 3 family law lawyers.
-Be informed. Understand the dispute resolutions – do-it-yourself; negotiation; mediation; collaborative family law; arbitration; litigation.
-Put your children’s best interests first.
-Hire the right team of professionals based on your needs – parenting expert; financial adviser and others.
-Get your finances in order.
-Stay organized – create your divorce notebook and divorce journal.
-Have a vision for how you want your life to unfold and develop strategies to get there.
You may contact Deborah by email at info@thesmartdivorce.com
or, by calling her office at 905 695 0270
Deborah Moskovitch is a divorce consultant and educator, and author of The Smart Divorce: Proven Strategies and Valuable Advice from 100 Top Divorce Lawyers, Financial Advisers, Counselors and Other Experts. Deborah has become an opinion leader in the media and has shared her insights and research on television and radio to explain that divorce can be managed in smarter ways.
Copyright ©2008 The Smart Divorce and Deborah Moskovitch
All rights reserved. No portion of this material may be reproduced in any form without the express written permission of Deborah Moskovitch and The Smart Divorce
Add comment November 10, 2008
Watch Deborah on “Three Takes”
Watch Deborah talk about
The Smart Divorce on “Three takes”
Three Takes is a lifestyle series that gets behind the scenes and reveals what being single, married and divorced is REALLY all about. It’s about women, for women, but if men want to figure us out, they’d be foolish not to watch! It’s a girlfriend’s guide to being single, married or divorced.
Single and hear your clock ticking? Married and time crunched or divorced and wondering if your time is now? The three hosts are living these lives and aren’t afraid to share. They’re self-deprecating, funny, and fearless. They’re always surprising as they unmask the truth of being a girl. It’s say what you feel and feel what you say television.
I’ve been invited to speak about The Smart Divorce and dealing with the many issues surrounding divorce and surviving the first month – on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 12pm and 5pm ET and 9am and 2 pm PT. It’s airing nationally in Canada, so tune in to the Slice network in your area. Although this show is targeted towards women, men might find this segment informative as well.
Add comment November 4, 2008
