Family Support During Divorce

Family members can be a great support during and after divorce. They can also be a source of discomfort, disappointment and frustration. They may make a judgmental statement; give a look; ignore your feelings. Their responses can aggravate, disappoint, frustrate and sometimes drive you crazy. When these emotions well up inside of you, try to relax and be patient with them. Your family views your marriage from the prism of their vantage point – not yours. Also try to remember this line: Your family knows how to push your buttons because they installed them!