The first year after separation is the toughest, devastating, distressing, and most challenging period. 

Part of the difficulty for most people is that you are required to face a very new reality. There are many decisions, firsts and often conflicts all whilst you are figuring out who you are as a single person. This is all very overwhelming. You may feel as though you simply won’t survive it - but trust us, you will. 

Depending on how your separation has come about, whether it be your decision or a decision that has been made for you, there are a magnitude of emotions that mourn your relationship - If that is how you are feeling, we have got you! 

Here are our tips for surviving your first year of separation… 

Spend time doing you!

When there is so much drama in your life, it can be so consuming that it takes up a lot of your time, thoughts, and conversations. It is essential to reboot, recharge and spend some time doing you! Write a list of things you love to do, and do them for yourself!

Join a community

Going through a divorce or separation can be a lonely process, some family and friends shy away from the drama and perhaps never return. Create a community around you, find some like-minded Facebook groups that you enjoy, it doesn’t have to be about separation, it might be a new hobby that fills your cup!