Product Description

Prince Charming has turned into a toad or run off with Sleeping Beauty. . . . Now what? Optimistic, chatty and accessible, Congratulations on Your Divorce guides you through the treacherous paths of divorce and into a life of renewed joy. It describes the world of divorcewarts and allwith some much-needed comic relief and heart. Youll realize youre not alone as you read about how the author and other women have coped with the emotional craziness of un-coupling, jettisoned their emotional baggage and gotten back on the road to defining and finding their happily ever after. In a girlfriend-to-girlfriend conversational tone, Congratulations on Your Divorce explores all facets of divorce: from making the decision, to surviving the legal battles and getting on with life. Through the author's own experiences and those of other women, Congratulations on Your Divorce prepares you for the road ahead: how to get through the business of divorce with humor and aplomb, how to get beyond the bitterness and on to a healthy, happy life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #283827 in Books
• Published on: 2005-10-18
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .61" h x 5.54" w x 8.46" l, .77 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 250 pages

About the Author
Amy Botwinick is a divorced, single mother of two young boys. She makes her home in Boca Raton, FL, where she is currently enjoying her "happily ever after."

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Part One The Journey (jer ne) n. the act of going from one place to another Chapter 1Reality Check Prince Charming has either turned into a toad or run off with Sleeping Beauty; now what?! 'Now what?' turns out to be the ultimate question when a woman starts to look at divorce head-on. As I fumbled my way through the process I felt desperate and uncertain before, during and after the divorce. I was charting unknown territory at a time when I was barely functioning as a result of my 'divorce hangover.' I just wanted to close my eyes and have somebody else deal with the whole mess and wake me up when it was over. Every morning I would force myself out of bed and wonder how this became my life and how I was going to make it through another day. I'm sure these feelings are all too familiar. Regardless of where you are in your process, this book will help you get a grip. Facing yourself and the reality of your situation can be overwhelming and paralyzing. This book will give you tools to be productive and more objective in your decisions by minimizing some of the 'trauma drama' that naturally accompanies divorce. This will give you clarity to break down the process and the courage to do what has to be done to get yourself back on track. A divorce can seem like a life-consuming event. It can bring out a wide range of emotions, beliefs and controversy in yourself and your circle of friends and family. The good news is that this will eventually be just a blip on your radar screen. The uncomfortable situation you are in will change, and life is waiting for you to choose your path. Every woman has her own perspective and unique set of circumstances that will determine the choices she makes along her journey. When my divorce became public knowledge, I was bombarded with inappropriate questions from many female acquaintances. While I was put off by their intrusiveness, I realized some of them were in 'desperate housewife mode' and needed help and someone to talk to. Others were just rudely curious to see if my grass was actually greener on the other side as they contemplated and compared their own happiness. A Good Look in the Mirror Before moving on with what you need to know about divorce, the next few pages will ask you to look before you leap if you find yourself wanting out of your marriage. Because you may be the initiator of the divorce, I urge you to explore this part of the book with honesty. Choosing to divorce might ultimately be your decision, but it should be one made in a state of calm with little doubt and few regrets. When someone approaches me and says he or she wants a divorce, my first reaction is to ask, 'Are you sure?' Decisions made in haste can take on lives of their own, and before you know it, there may be no turning back to save your marriage. Deep down we all know when we are at peace with the decisions we've made big and small. Sometimes we listen to our gut, and sometimes we don't. When we make decision