13 Ways to Help a Friend Going Through a Divorce

Avoid badmouthing their ex

As much as you might want to curse out the person who may have put your friend in this situation, experts agree that it’s best to hold back. And make sure you never say any of these things to someone going through a divorce. Saying negative things about the ex puts your friend in an awkward position, explains Julienne Derichs, a licensed clinical professional counselor based in Chicago: He or she may have to defend their choice in marrying a jerk. Instead, she suggests focusing on the qualities that make your friend the amazing person she or he is and to steer their mind towards the things they should be grateful for in life. “Sympathize with them and acknowledge that any transition is difficult, but that they are not alone,” Derichs adds.

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