Divorce...Time to Heal - Outline

Troubled Marriages • Domestic Violence Education
Message for Separation and Divorce
Children Coping with Divorce • Outreach • Time to Heal
Begin a Support Group • Connected Catholics
Beginning Experience of New Hampshire • Resources

SESSION ONE

1. Introduction to Program - THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU AND ABOUT YOU!; We learn from and with each other
2. The Process of Divorce - Understanding the stages of divorce

1. Self-image - Divorce has a tremendous effect on a person s concept of self. Our sense of identity has undergone a tremendous shock.
2. Stress - Learning to accept the things that cannot be changed, develop the courage to change the things that can be changed and the wisdom to know the difference.

1. Anger - Divorce brings a special kind of anger that we have not experienced before. Positive ways to express and deal with anger.

1. Blame and Guilt - "It's all my fault. If only I ...!" What is "appropriate guilt" and how do we work through this?
2. Forgiveness - Can I be free from the past if I don't forgive myself and others?

1. Loneliness - The greatest need for all human beings is to be in relationship with others.
2. Children and Family - Divorce has a heavy impact on the entire family structure

1. Trust - Begin with building a basic trust within yourself
2. Love - Your capacity to love others is closely related to your capacity to love yourself
3. Happiness - Choose to be happy, learn how to be happy and put in the necessary time, prayer and practice to be happy!