This is a part of the Parents Forever curriculum developed for divorcing and never-been-married parents. It discusses how to put in place tools and structures for a new life following divorce. This booklet was newly revised and redesigned in 2011.

Contents

Introduction (36 K PDF)

Communication Skills for a New Life

Essential Elements for a New Life

• Letting Go
• Forgiving (36 K PDF)
• Redefining Parental Roles
• Developing New Social Ties

Pathways to a New Life

• Reconciliation
• Single Parenting
• New Relationships (48 K PDF)
• Stepfamilies

Conclusion

References

Notes

Copyright Information

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An older version of this booklet is available in Spanish:

• Padres para siempre: Guia para los padres en el camino hacia una nueva vida (Parents Forever: Pathways to a New Life Parent Handbook - Spanish)

See the related program: Parents Forever