Getting married or settling down with a long-term partner reflects a commitment to each other and an investment of time and emotion for both parties. No one enters a relationship expecting it to end. It is also a reality in that no-one can understand the emotional impact relationship breakdown can have, until they are in that situation.
Ending a relationship is difficult for many reasons and one of the overlooked impacts is the emotional element. If you have children together, that may be when you have to tell them that your relationship is ending and that their lives will change, or it may be the grief of the relationship ending itself. Even if the decision to end the relationship is amicable or of your own making you may still experience grief and loss for the future that you will no longer have and thought would be yours.
If you do have children telling them that everything will change takes a lot of consideration. You might find that joint counselling will help, so that you are both prepared to deal with any questions your children may have about their future with both of you.
You may also need to come to terms with losing the one person who was your “best friend” and with whom you had the most intimate relationship. You may feel the loss of the lifestyle you either had or planned to have in the future; separation will inevitably impact upon both parties’ finances. In addition, friends and family will be concerned with the practical issues surrounding the breakdown of your relationship and may fail to recognise the difficulties you are experiencing.
Coming to terms and coping with such emotions are hard. Be kind to yourself and take time to consider what works for you. With the right support and assistance, at the right time, you will come through the other side.
Our Family Team understand the importance of recognising the emotion felt during this difficult time. We always put the needs of any children first and seek to support our clients by way of legal advice and a caring approach to their worries and concerns.
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