When a couple divorces, being aware of their children’s feelings is of great importance. Even when the divorce is done with mutual respect, honoring each other’s co-parenting rights and working together to keep the family happy and whole while living separate lives is hard work. Putting the children’s welfare first and foremost is critical.
John McElhenney writes about his feelings as a son of divorced parents, his struggle with being the little man for his mother while coping with the distant, strained relationship he had with his father. In his touching blog post, “Listening to the Little Man Inside, Healing Our Hearts,” he explores his relationship with his own son, speculates how divorce may be affecting his son, and explains what he is doing to make it better from his own experience.
“The boy alone with his mom is a hard road,” McElhenney writes. Read more here.
