The holidays can be rough if you are far away from your loved ones, are battling an illness or injury, are struggling financially or if you are going through a divorce. Even though the holiday season is meant to be a time of peace and joy, you may be feeling anything but peace and joy right now for any number
Google defines “narcissism” from a psychological perspective as, “Extreme selfishness, with a grandiose view of one’s own talents and a craving for admiration, as characterizing a personality type.” Narcissism is indeed a clinical diagnosis. While some individuals may exhibit narcissistic tendencies, true narcissists can unintentionally drive their loved ones a little bananas. If you are married to a narcissist (or
“You have been served.” These four words can be scary, infuriating and even heartbreaking. Whether or not you expected your spouse to file for divorce, receiving your divorce papers can be a highly emotional event. Once you receive your divorce papers, you may want to burn them, bury them or simply ignore them. However, it is vital that you respond to
Downsizing is generally treated as a negative word in American popular culture. It is associated with job loss, property loss and general loss of wealth. However, in the context of divorce, downsizing can be a positive experience. Many individuals find that they cannot maintain their married lifestyle in the wake of divorce. Others find that they simply want to pursue a
If you’re currently going through the divorce process here in Massachusetts then you may have also come across the topic of alimony payments. Also called spousal support or maintenance, these court-ordered payments are found in just about every state across the nation and come from a time in which women stayed home with the children and did not have a
This November, voters in Massachusetts are going to have to consider whether or not they support the 2011 state law that expanded gaming. The law authorized the development of limited destination resort casinos in three separate regions in the state. Now, three years later, the question of whether to repeal the law or let it stand has been raised and
When many Americans want to drop a few pounds, bulk up or generally jumpstart their fitness routines, they seek out fitness boot camps often referred to as booty boot camps. These programs are designed to work the body in a strenuous enough way that participants can expect to see results within a relatively short timeframe. We frequently discuss how important
If you have decided that divorcing your spouse is the healthiest choice you can make for your future, you have already taken a tremendous step forward in terms of crafting the next phase of your life. However, in order to make a successful transition from married to single, you must first tell your spouse of your intentions and ultimately weather
When couples divorce, every single object, asset and debt that they share must ultimately be addressed in one way or another. As a result, the process of determining property division as it pertains to a divorce settlement can be understandably complex. Some couples opt for a relatively peaceful property division process, while others fight over every single spoon and light bulb they
Are you aware of the fact that September is “Self-Improvement Month”? It may seem odd to you that September has received this designation, primarily because January is the month that most Americans likely associate with the act of self-improvement. And yet, it is somewhat refreshing that a month generally associated with lovely weather and relatively low levels of stress has
The holidays can be rough if you are far away from your loved ones, are battling an illness or injury, are struggling financially or if you are going through a divorce. Even though the holiday season is meant to be a time of peace and joy, you may be feeling anything but peace and joy right now for any number
Google defines “narcissism” from a psychological perspective as, “Extreme selfishness, with a grandiose view of one’s own talents and a craving for admiration, as characterizing a personality type.” Narcissism is indeed a clinical diagnosis. While some individuals may exhibit narcissistic tendencies, true narcissists can unintentionally drive their loved ones a little bananas. If you are married to a narcissist (or
“You have been served.” These four words can be scary, infuriating and even heartbreaking. Whether or not you expected your spouse to file for divorce, receiving your divorce papers can be a highly emotional event. Once you receive your divorce papers, you may want to burn them, bury them or simply ignore them. However, it is vital that you respond to
Downsizing is generally treated as a negative word in American popular culture. It is associated with job loss, property loss and general loss of wealth. However, in the context of divorce, downsizing can be a positive experience. Many individuals find that they cannot maintain their married lifestyle in the wake of divorce. Others find that they simply want to pursue a
If you’re currently going through the divorce process here in Massachusetts then you may have also come across the topic of alimony payments. Also called spousal support or maintenance, these court-ordered payments are found in just about every state across the nation and come from a time in which women stayed home with the children and did not have a
This November, voters in Massachusetts are going to have to consider whether or not they support the 2011 state law that expanded gaming. The law authorized the development of limited destination resort casinos in three separate regions in the state. Now, three years later, the question of whether to repeal the law or let it stand has been raised and
When many Americans want to drop a few pounds, bulk up or generally jumpstart their fitness routines, they seek out fitness boot camps often referred to as booty boot camps. These programs are designed to work the body in a strenuous enough way that participants can expect to see results within a relatively short timeframe. We frequently discuss how important
If you have decided that divorcing your spouse is the healthiest choice you can make for your future, you have already taken a tremendous step forward in terms of crafting the next phase of your life. However, in order to make a successful transition from married to single, you must first tell your spouse of your intentions and ultimately weather
When couples divorce, every single object, asset and debt that they share must ultimately be addressed in one way or another. As a result, the process of determining property division as it pertains to a divorce settlement can be understandably complex. Some couples opt for a relatively peaceful property division process, while others fight over every single spoon and light bulb they
Are you aware of the fact that September is “Self-Improvement Month”? It may seem odd to you that September has received this designation, primarily because January is the month that most Americans likely associate with the act of self-improvement. And yet, it is somewhat refreshing that a month generally associated with lovely weather and relatively low levels of stress has
