Suddenly, while you still may feel broken and under-resourced on all levels, including financially and emotionally, you may find yourself now having to take on the role of good post-separation spouse and co-parent. Your actions and reactions will be assessed, evidenced and exhibited. Where most would benefit from having time to heal, cope and grow with some privacy when such turmoil enters their lives, separating spouses, especially in the litigation process, face the scrutiny of the legal system.
What if each family law case in court could address separation more holistically, with more understanding of the challenges, more recognition of the wounds and…more compassion for those who cannot be their “best”?
