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Communication
Good communication is key to reducing conflict during and after divorce. Our Communication articles share practical strategies to improve conversations, manage emotions, and build healthier co-parenting relationships. Discover how mediation fosters understanding and helps families resolve disputes peacefully.


Valentine’s Day and Divorce: Choosing Divorce Mediation When Love Changes
Valentine’s Day can bring clarity when love changes. Choosing divorce mediation offers couples a respectful, calmer way to move forward without court or conflict.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


The Quiet Decision: Why More Couples Choose Amicable Divorce Mediation in January
January isn’t when most people decide to divorce — it’s when they finally stop ignoring the decision they’ve been quietly carrying for months. For couples seeking a calmer, more intentional path forward, amicable divorce mediation offers a way to begin the new year without turning a deeply personal decision into a courtroom battle.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Online Divorce Mediation: A Faster, Kinder, More Affordable Way to Move Forward
Online divorce mediation offers a faster, more affordable, and more private alternative to traditional litigation. In this guide, learn how online mediation works, what it costs, which topics can be resolved virtually, and why more couples are choosing this modern, respectful path. If you want clarity, control, and a calmer way forward, virtual mediation may be the right next step.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


What Divorce Mediation Feels Like (When It’s Working)
Divorce mediation doesn’t feel like a courtroom — it feels like a conversation. It’s structured but human, calm but real. At PivotPoint Resolutions™, I help couples navigate tough conversations with clarity, compassion, and even moments of laughter. Because mediation isn’t about fighting — it’s about finding a way forward that protects your peace, your family, and your future.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


Reluctant Spouse Divorce: When One Spouse Is Ready to Mediate — and the Other Isn’t
A reluctant spouse divorce happens when one partner is ready to separate and the other isn’t. Learn how mediation helps couples navigate this difference with calm, clarity, and respect — without escalating conflict or delay.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


The Stories We Tell Ourselves About Divorce
We all carry stories about divorce — stories about failure, blame, or regret. But those stories don’t have to define you. Learn how mediation helps couples replace guilt and judgment with understanding, and write a new story about divorce — one grounded in respect, clarity, and emotional growth.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Emotional Separation: The Step Before Legal Divorce
Many couples separate emotionally long before they file for divorce. Learn what emotional separation means — and how divorce mediation helps you navigate this stage with clarity and compassion.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


The Real Cost of Divorce Mediation — and Why Waiting Costs Even More
The cost of divorce mediation isn’t just about money — it’s about time, clarity, and peace of mind. Waiting to take action can quietly become the most expensive decision of all.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Why Smart, Loving People Choose Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation isn’t about failure — it’s about choice. Smart, loving people choose mediation because they want peace, not battle. Learn how emotionally intelligent couples use divorce mediation to separate with clarity, protect their kids, and move forward with respect.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


The Most Expensive Mistake in Divorce (And How to Avoid It)
The most expensive mistake in divorce isn’t about who keeps what — it’s letting conflict lead the first conversations. When things escalate, costs rise fast, especially since most judges require mediation before trial, meaning you may pay for attorneys and a mediator. Starting with mediation protects your finances, reduces stress, and helps you move forward with clarity and respect.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


Living Together During Divorce: A Mediator’s Guide to Staying Sane Under One Roof
Living under one roof while divorcing? You’re not alone. With today’s tough housing market and high interest rates, many couples choose to cohabit during divorce — but that doesn’t make it easy. In this post, mediator Beth Carrier shares practical tips for setting boundaries, managing shared finances, reducing tension, and planning for the future, all while keeping your sanity (and maybe even your sense of humor) intact.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


The Divorce Decision Blueprint: How to Get Clarity Before You Begin
Before you take the next step, take a breath. The Divorce Decision Blueprint is a free guide that helps you find calm, confidence, and clarity before you begin.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Kids, Calendars, and Compromise: What Shared Custody After Divorce Really Looks Like
Shared custody after divorce isn’t about a perfect 50/50 split — it’s about flexibility, respect, and letting go of the need for identical parenting styles.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


The Invisible Pressure in Amicable Divorce: When Keeping the Peace Becomes Its Own Burden
Amicable divorce sounds peaceful — but staying kind can be harder than it looks. Here’s how mediation helps keep peace real and relationships respectful.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


Divorce Isn’t About Power — Until It Is: Understanding Power Imbalance in Divorce
Power doesn’t always shout. Sometimes it whispers through silence, schedules, and bank accounts. Here’s how mediation restores balance when separation tilts the scales.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


How a Positive Divorce Mindset Turns Regret into Growth
It’s easy to call a marriage a mistake once it ends, but what if it wasn’t? What if the real mistake is staying stuck — in guilt, blame, or fear of moving on? Learn how a positive divorce mindset helps you let go peacefully and grow stronger on the other side.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


The Emotional Middle: How Divorce Mediation Helps During the Waiting Period
You’ve made the decision, but you’re still in it — waiting for final orders, navigating finances, and co-parenting under one roof. Here’s how mediation helps couples survive the emotional middle between “we’re done” and “it’s final.”

Beth Carrier
4 min read


The Quiet Divorce: How to End Your Marriage Peacefully Through Mediation
Many couples are already living in a quiet divorce — emotionally done but still together. Learn how mediation helps you move forward respectfully and peacefully before the new year.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


Amicable Doesn’t Mean Easy: The Truth About Divorce Mediation
An amicable divorce doesn’t mean smooth sailing. Here’s why disagreements are normal — and how skilled mediation keeps your divorce from derailing.

Beth Carrier
5 min read


We’re Not Enemies. We’re Just Done. Here’s How to Divorce With Dignity
Divorce doesn’t have to be a courtroom battle — and it shouldn’t be. Most couples end their marriage outside of court, yet too many still let the legal system turn a deeply personal decision into a public fight. Whether you’re co-parenting or parting ways without children, divorcing with dignity means choosing respect, privacy, and collaboration over conflict. Here’s how to protect your family, your future, and your peace — without destroying what still matters.

Beth Carrier
3 min read
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