Divorce happens at an alarming rate. It can be a challenging process, even if you remain friends with your former spouse. One of the most difficult parts of divorce is deciding when and how to share news of the divorce with your friends and family.

While it is important to tell children about the end of a marriage, there are no hard and fast rules about telling other people about your divorce. Instead, the decision about whether to share information about your divorce will be different for everyone.

The following will discuss some important considerations that you should make while deciding with whom, how, and when you should share details about the end of your marriage.

Do Not Be Scared of the Reactions

Many people hesitate to sharing details about the end of their marriage because they are afraid of how people will respond. By not telling anyone about the divorce, however, you will never be able to find the support team that you need to navigate this difficult time. Rather than view divorce as a negative event, approach your divorce as an opportunity to live a new type of life.  

You Can Sometimes Find Good Advice

Many people discover that by sharing information about their divorce, they are able to find the support and advice they need to navigate the divorce process and grieve the end of their marriage. It is important to understand, however, that not everyone you share news about your divorce with will provide the best advice. Proceed through this difficult time with caution and find a skilled divorce attorney to help you discern which advice to follow and which to toss aside.

Consider How You Will Break the News

The social dynamic of a married couple’s circle of friends can be complicated by a split. In these situations, it is vital to be cautious about how you share the news of a divorce. By attempting to make a joke out of the matter to some people, you can end up offending acquaintances and estranging yourself from your friends. When sharing news about the divorce, try to do so in a way that feels appropriate and respectful of your complicated relationship with other couple friends.

Avoid Making a Public Announcement

It is often not a good idea to make a public announcement about your divorce. This means, avoid announcing your divorce on social media. Announcements like this have the potential to result in predatory actions by other people as well as companies. Instead, try to disclose news about the end of your marriage to those who need to know, in person, on a one-on-one basis.

Speak with an Experienced Divorce Attorney Today

Ultimately, it is up to you how you choose to share details of your divorce. There are no wrong answers, just potential complications that can arise from less tactful methods. In truth, there are a ton of complicated considerations that divorcing couples must make. To navigate this difficult process, get the assistance of an experienced divorce attorney.

Contact Vayman & Teitelbaum P.C. today to schedule a free initial consultation.