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Blog 2018 May How to Survive Wedding Season After a Divorce
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How to Survive Wedding Season After a Divorce

Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny || 3-May-2018

The sadness and confusion of a divorce don’t end simply because legal documents have been signed. Whatever the circumstances of the separation, your life has irrevocably changed. Isolation is normal during this period, though not necessarily healthy. The grief that follows a divorce isn’t to be taken lightly, and you deserve the time to heal and reassemble your life.

Unfortunately, not even the best of us can dodge the summer wedding season. To the recent divorcée, a wedding can be a minefield of sad reminders, emotional whiplash, and calorie-ridden cakes. Even the simple arrival of an invitation can cause you to spiral. While tossing your invitation hoard into the trash may be cathartic, it isn’t always your best option.

The Important Wedding

The first rule in wedding season survival is deciding if this wedding is important to you. If this is the wedding of a dear friend or family member, you may want to succumb to the movie-star makeover and hold yourself together for a night—especially if you’re in the wedding party. Weddings are a great opportunity to meet and reconnect with people. If you can, bring a “plus one” or meet up with other friends who are attending. Do your best to have fun and support the important people in your life on their big day. Don’t let regrets define your life.

The Polite Escape

If this is the wedding of a coworker or a distant acquaintance, then you can probably skip the event without any fuss. Just send your regards to the happy couple and maybe chip in on an expensive gift. One less plate is a cheaper wedding, after all!

The Ex

One downside to divorce is that you and your ex-spouse will have overlapping groups of friends. If your ex is attending the wedding, you’re going to have to address how the awkwardness will affect you. At this stage in your life, you must prioritize your emotional needs. If seeing your ex will hurt you, send your well-wishes to the newly married couple and plan a night for yourself. However, you also deserve to make good memories and have a fun time. If you want to go to that wedding, don’t let your ex be a factor. Surround yourself with your loved ones, look your best, and hold your head high. You can request a separate table far from your ex to make the night even better!

It’s difficult to piece your life together after a divorce, so remember to be kind and gentle with yourself.

If you require the services of a Houston divorce attorney, contact the Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny at (713) 936-2300 to schedule a case evaluation. Our compassionate attorneys will work with you on a personal level to build an effective case. Let our legal experience benefit you!

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