A mediation Jedi…. With more than 30,000 hours of mediation and innumerable professional credits behind her, I was delighted to interview Margaret Halsmith of HDR about the benefits of mediation. Margaret’s knowledge, thoughtfulness and concern for separating families shines through as we discuss:

• The benefits of mediation - Such as how the process of mediation can provide flexible and creative solutions and support separating adults to reach their own decisions;
• How mediation is a future focused process and can turn participants away from the problems of the past;
• How mediation can shift parents from their seemingly insolvable positions to consider a far more expansive range of solutions;
• We talked about different approaches to mediation particularly inclusive mediation where the participants can bring in personal and professional support such as lawyers or accountants; and
• We also talked about mediation misconceptions and so much more.

Plus, a very helpful suggestion from my guest, on how you can increase the chances of getting answers you want from your ex-partner and are less likely to hear the word “No!” If you have any questions, comments or would like to find out more about my work in the world, head to theseparationfix.com or follow me on instagram instagram.com/the.separation.fix