When "I Do" Becomes "I Don't": Practical Steps for Healing During Separation & Divorce

When "I Do" Becomes "I Don't": Practical Steps for Healing During Separation & Divorce
ISBN-10
1434765776
ISBN-13
9781434765772
Category
Religion
Pages
256
Language
English
Published
2010-01-01
Publisher
David C Cook
Author
Laura Petherbridge

Description

When Laura Petherbridge realized her marriage was ending, she asked the gut-wrenching question, "What do I do now?" Now Laura offers practical answers about divorce that she has found through her own experience and through two decades of caring for those grieving the loss of a marriage. In the midst of pain and confusion, you might also be asking questions such as these: How do I find where I belong when I no longer know my identity? If my spouse asks for forgiveness, should I go back? If I get an attorney, will my spouse think I'm giving up on our marriage forever? How do I figure out a budget on my own? What should I do when others criticize my ex-spouse in front of my kids? How do I reenter the workplace after years of staying home? How will I know when it's a good time to date again? Does God still care about me? Will I ever be happy again? With straightforward, sensitive answers to these questions and others, Petherbridge offers real-life help, spiritual insights, and new hope for the future. Includes reflection and discussion questions after each chapter and guidelines for those who love someone who is getting a divorce.

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