The phenomenon of “gray divorce” is reshaping the landscape of family law. Couples aged 50 and older increasingly are choosing to end their marriages, often after decades together. This trend, once rare, has become more common as people seek fulfillment in their later years. A striking example of gray divorce…
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Triad Activities on St. Patrick’s Day for the Newly Separated or Divorced
To most people these days, St. Patrick’s Day is simply a celebratory occasion to wear green and drink Irish beverages like Guinness and Jameson. However, this Irish holiday, originally called the Feast of Saint Patrick, was first created to commemorate Saint Patrick’s bringing Christianity to Ireland and, thus, Irish culture…
Divorce and Depression: A Look at Celebrity Trainer Chris Powell’s Story
The American Psychological Association (APA) estimates around 50% of marriages end in divorce. With divorce likely to affect an individual’s mental well-being, many people experience depression and other forms of psychological distress during and post-divorce. When the divorce is public, as it can be with celebrity couples, the depression may…
New Year’s Resolutions – Or is it a Revolution?
by Judi Rossabi, Communications Director “You say you want a revolution… well you know” – this line from the famous song by Paul McCartney/John Lennon can sum up the year-end when you are going through a divorce or separation. Building a whole new life can be a challenge to anyone.…
Mother’s Day in the Midst of Divorce
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honor and appreciate the remarkable women who have played a significant role in our lives. However, for those going through a divorce, this holiday can bring about mixed emotions and unique challenges. In the typical custody arrangement, Mother’s Day is a special holiday…
National Puppy Day and National Cuddly Kitten Day
Judi Rossabi, Communications Director If you are experiencing loneliness during divorce, getting a pet can help. A pet can be a great companion and can help cheer you up. Today is national puppy day and national cuddly kitten day. Both animals make great pets and definitely make things a little…
George “Shorty” Snowden, Creator of the Lindy Hop
by Judi Rossabi You may have heard of the popular swing dances that occur almost nightly somewhere in North Carolina. From beginner lessons to complex dances, there are many offerings to help you learn something new or perfect your swing dance steps. What you may not know is that swing…
Self-Care Awareness
September is National Self-Care Awareness Month. It is a time to remind yourself that you should tend to yourself just as much as you tend to others. Self-care is different for everyone. For some, it’s a brief escape from reality in a good book or movie. For others, it can…
For a Healthy Summer, Limit Kids’ Gaming
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterIt’s summertime, and that means kids around Greensboro will be beating the heat. But they probably won’t be hanging out at the pool or lake like their parents did. It’s more likely they will be huddled around their electronic devices playing video games or watching YouTube. The World Health Organization…
How I Built a Close Father-Daughter Relationship After Divorce
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterDivorce is never easy. It turns your world upside down. Ending a relationship you thought was to last till death forces you to part is emotionally devastating. When you are a parent, and throw children into that emotional turmoil, then you have to deal with a hurricane of guilt and…