It can take 1-2 years or more to recover from divorce or separation. You need to create a new identity, discovering who you are as a single person, finding a sense of belonging in your community, finding or consolidating social networks, and adjusting to single parenthood. If you have kids, you have to re-learn how to deal with your ex, shifting communication styles, becoming more formal and distant. It may be hard to create new boundaries with your ex. The fighting may continue, or one of you m …

ENDING A RELATIONSHIP IS AN EMOTIONAL DECISION WITH LEGAL AND FINANCIAL RAMIFICATIONS, NOT A LEGAL DECISION WITH EMOTIONAL CONSEQUENCES Are you a woman or man struggling with the ending of your relationship? Are you already divorced or separated and feeling that it continues to be difficult to manage? Do you sometimes wonder how you are going to get through the next conversation with your former partner or soon-to-be former partner? I work primarily with people engaged in some aspect of divorc …

A group where single moms can talk about custody, support, and divorce  issues. Learn where you find free legal help, how to ask for help and talk about their options. My goal is to give back to the community and guide you in this difficult time.  You are not alone.

I started this group to provide a safe place to explore the challenges of relationship, separation and divorce. Navigating the waters of relationship, separation and/or divorce can be challenging. Most of us struggle in our primary relationships and marriages. Often, our lover, partner, or spouse does not always show up to be our best friend, but instead disappoints us frequently. Rather than feeling grateful for precious opportunities to grow and transform, we typically end up in the middle …

We are a group of professionals from the San Ramon Valley who donate our time to help people get through the divorce process at a Lunch and Learn in Bishop Ranch. Divorce Angel is a resource group that meets to give information and support.  

The techniques I will show you during these meet ups are simple to learn. They helped me personally through my own divorce and self-discovery, where expensive talk therapy didn’t lead anywhere. This group is not going to satisfy those who wish to remain in their victimhood. This group is for people who are intending to face their own shadows, discover unconditional love of self and others, and allow transformation and wholeness to set in, as they rise up from the ashes of a divorce or break up.

There's plenty of Meetups for Desi Singles, Single Parents to mingle and socialize but none which caters to Desi Kids of Divorced Desis. So, thought it would be good to start one for the Desi Kids of Single Parents! If you are divorced or separated, and have child(ren) living with you in full or shared custody and looking for ways to keep your children occupied, entertained in a protected "desi" environment, while trying make good with your own life, then you should join this group. Parenting is …

Welcome to the NEW EMPOWERED WOMAN DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP This group is the perfect place for women who are " in-transition" with their relationships, and who desire to be empowered in taking the "next step" to re-creating the life they truly want. She is either contemplating separation or divorce, in the process of, or already divorced ...ready for new inspiration, comradeship and support from other nurturing and empowering women. Are you frustrated in your relationship and don't know …

Caring and honest support is essential when men are experiencing changes in their lives. Changes in jobs, relationships, divorce, death or separation from loved ones—all can add stress and grief to men’s lives that need the counter-balance of support that can help them meet these challenges in a strong and loving way Men are stronger and happier when they are connected to themselves, their bodies, their lovers, their children and to each other. Unfortunately, our upbringing, culture and press …

… Many of us will come from different experiences: Newly single after long term relationships Newly single due to death, divorce, etc. There will be no pressure to start a relationship. That will be up to folks to pursue on their own if desired. Sometimes we just have to get out and be with other human beings who may be going through what some of us are experiencing. If you have questions, let me know!

In these turbulent times many women find themselves in a place of having to start over for various reasons: after marriages or relationships have broken up, children have left the home, illness or distress has changed their life. All these issues can create huge emotional, spiritual, and physical pain in your life. This group that will help you find not only new people that have endured your situation but a place to be safe and find some ideas on how to adapt. Change is hard but it is in the dif …

We created this group as a fun outlet for single parents to enjoy spending time with like-minded, quality people who are positive and energetic, and are looking to enhance the social and educational experiences of their children. Additionally, the group is for our children to get out and have fun, socialize, and enjoy interesting events. We also hope that new friendships are formed along the way. Ours is an active group, with many of the events involving children’s museums, zoos, music events, p …

… Struggling with Divorce? Meet other people who are also in the midst of divorce, custody, or support-related issues and need some direction. Tired of the online dating scenes where you soon realized that eternal texting, chatting, and emailing cannot compare to a real human experience where you actually spend time doing something with someone? Well, we have live and real-time interacting here! Newly singled and are yet unsure what you want to do with your life? We suggest an experimental period …

Surviving a Toxic Relationship and Staying Positive! I am starting this meet up group to provide a safe place for men and women to heal from a Toxic Relationship. I had been in a toxic relationship for 6+ years. I did not know or understand what a toxic relationship was or that I was even in one. However, after leaving 5 times and going back each time, I finally got the strength and support from family, friends and co-workers to finally break free - so I left a 6th and final time! My hope and pr …

We unite hundreds of women from all around the Bay Area to celebrate our connection, creativity, and wisdom. Through this safe, loving, and nurturing environment, we discover old gifts, experience new breakthroughs, and create timeless friendships. The Bright Side of Life isn't just about the transformation, connection, education, fun, or success; it's about shining as who you really are. The Bright Side of Life Women’s Gathering was founded in February 2008. We began with 6 women and now …

Don't let our name fool you. We are women in our 40's, 50's and 60's, all ages very well represented! We are married and single, widowed and divorced, working and retired.  We want to build friendships and a strong sense of belonging. We are constantly on the go - check out our calendar. Theater, brunch, BUNCO, book club, bowling, just to name some recent events. We welcome and encourage suggestions from our members. What do you want to do? Chances are someone or maybe several someones in our gr …