Unfortunately, despite all of the advances in counseling, divorce proceedings, the law, gender equality, and the progress in society, most marriages still end with one spouse angry or desolate. There is no cure for a broken heart or scorned lover. But there are ways to manage the divorce so that you are not drawn into a shouting match with your angry ex-spouse. This post will go over tips on how to handle an angry spouse.
Always remember why you are divorcing the person, keep the focus on the numbers. Don’t allow your ex-partner to draw you into personal attacks. You need always to remind yourself why you are divorcing, your goals in the divorce, and how you plan to attain them. An attorney can help you stay focused.
Another issue to consider is that your angry spouse may try to express their anger by manipulating the family assets and income. If you know your spouse flies off the handle, then you need to prepare before filing for divorce. You need to learn where all of the accounts are, how much is in each one, know your retirement, know the value of the major assets, and all other financial matters. Finally, don’t forget to secure access to the accounts on your own merits. You don’t want to risk getting frozen out by your ex-spouse.
The end of a marriage is always an emotional period. If you are going through a divorce, you may want the assistance of an attorney. As you can see, trying to work with an angry spouse constructively is nearly impossible. In those situations, a lawyer can shield you from the worst of it. You don’t need to experience that negativity; an attorney can protect you so that you can focus on rebuilding your life and moving onto the next stage in your life.
