Divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences in life, often leaving individuals feeling lost and overwhelmed. However, it's important to remember that happiness is not lost forever. In fact, you can reclaim it and even find new joy during this transition. Here are some essential facts about happiness to help you gain a greater understanding to reclaim your happiness during and after a divorce.

Happiness is not just about your internal feelings. It is influenced by your friends, family, and relationship with the broader community.

Hugs make you happier. Don't just trust me, Harvard research confirms this.

Music and sports will make you happier. For the greatest benefit, get those dancing shoes on .

Time to invest in your health. People who are happier produce around 50% more antibodies.

Just twenty minutes of exercise, three days a week for six months, will likely increase your sense of happiness by 10-20%.

Fake it until you make it! Smiling actually makes you feel...

Are you truly well in your relationship, or just alive? 

"The quote by Marcus Valerius, 'Life is not merely to be alive but to be well,' resonates deeply when it comes to the decision to separate and divorce. In my conversations with clients, the core question often is: Should I stay, or should I go? 

Many people struggle within their relationships for a long time. They have been alive, but have they been well? This is a question I help my clients navigate as we explore the complexities of choosing the path of divorce.

It's not an easy choice, and in many cases, it can be the brave choice. It's about identifying what truly makes an individual not only alive but also happy and joyful. Can they realistically see this happening within their existing relationship, or do they need to leave to find happiness elsewhere? I always remind my clients that time is the one commodity we cannot buy back. We must not take it for granted.

So, if you're wondering whether to...

Plan ahead

Stick together

Keep it simple and age-appropriate

It's not their fault

Give lots of love and support