Feeling ashamed about your divorce is common across cultures and social classes. As a south Asian woman, I have seen how this detrimental mindset negatively affects south Asian families! This shaming attitude keeps people stuck in terrible marriages. I have had conversations with women who are being emotionally abused by their in-laws. I have spoken to men who don’t want to disappoint their parents, and couples who are fine living in disfunction because that is how they grew up. This attitude keeps you stuck in harmful abuse cycles which your children then mimic in their relationships.

Why choose mediation over court? Traditionally court is where private disputes and criminal charges are decided. Though the courts are important in these matters, when it comes to families trying to navigate a divorce the results can be detrimental! This is due to lengthy wait times, court/lawyer fees, and win/lose solutions. Instead you can opt for mediation and work out an agreement that works for divorcing couples, their children, pets and assets.