If you’re facing the likelihood of getting a divorce around the holidays, chances are high that dissolving your marriage may be a little more challenging than during other times of the year. Here’s what you can do to make the process easier on you and your family. 

Be Willing to Make Compromises  

A holiday divorce often means you’ll need to be more flexible than usual. It’s in the best interests of your children for them to spend time with you and your spouse, even if you may not be amicable. If you’re able to make compromises that your child will benefit from, this can help make their holidays more enjoyable.

Have a Positive Mindset  

When your marriage is ending, it can be hard to maintain a positive attitude. This is even truer for couples whose divorce is contested. While difficult, it’s important to avoid talking badly about your soon to be ex spouse to other people or to be combative just for the sake of it.

Make What Effort You Can  

It may be difficult to put a lot of time and effort into the holidays when you’re in the middle of getting a divorce, but even just a little can make the holidays exponentially more enjoyable. This is especially true if you have children, because they’ll remember the things you did, not the things you didn’t. 

Limit Contact With Your Spouse

If it’s impossible for you and your spouse to be cordial with each other, limiting contact may be necessary. It may only be for the holidays, or you may decide it’s best for your family in the long term. Often, this can help eliminate arguments and added stress.

Don’t Allow Arguing Near Your Children 

Fighting around your kids can be detrimental to their emotional and psychological wellbeing. Also, it makes the holidays less enjoyable for them. Make a rule with your spouse that difficult discussions are had in private or over email or text so your children aren’t exposed to heated arguments. 

Reach Out to an Experienced Naples Family & Divorce Lawyer 

Finally, getting help from a seasoned family law attorney is the best way to assert your rights and safeguard your family from the challenges of dissolving your marriage. 

For help navigating your divorce or to learn more about how to protect your best interests, contact Florida divorce attorney Kevyn Noonan Hayes, P.A. at (239) 591-6248.