Separation and divorce can be among the toughest experiences you’ll ever have, and separation presents many challenges for women.
If you are a woman going through separation or divorce, Women and Separation: Managing New Horizons is a valuable resource.
Developed by Relationships Australia Victoria, this updated guide draws on decades of experience supporting women through separation and divorce. It will help you:
- make sense of your feelings
- navigate this challenging time with practical tips and strategies
- connect with services and support that may help along the way.
Separation and women’s experiences
Women describe a wide range of emotions during separation. Alongside sadness, anxiety and grief, many experience anger, uncertainty, financial stress, concern for their children, worries about legal processes or ongoing conflict, and sometimes relief that a difficult relationship has ended. These responses are all normal, and support is available as you navigate this transition.
Separation can feel overwhelming, but with time and the right support, many women find new strengths, rebuild their confidence and create fulfilling lives beyond separation.
“Separation provides the opportunity for personal growth, but you don’t have to go it alone.”
– F.L., aged 48, three years after separation
Women and Separation: Managing New Horizons will help you identify and navigate these difficult emotions and move towards a brighter future. Remember, help is always available if you need it.
Practical tools and resources for women going through separation
This eBook is full of helpful tools to help you get through separation, including:
- understanding grief and the emotional impact of separation
- looking after your physical and mental wellbeing
- recognising stress, anxiety and depression, and knowing when to seek help
- managing finances and returning to work
- supporting children through separation
- communicating with your co-parent where it’s safe and appropriate
- recognising family violence, coercive control and other forms of abuse, with advice on staying safe
- family dispute resolution, parenting arrangements, property settlements and legal processes
- rebuilding your life and looking towards the future
- research, statistics and support services for women experiencing separation.
What if I need further help?
The guide also includes a comprehensive directory of support services, including:
- counselling and mental health services
- family relationship and parenting support
- legal assistance
- financial counselling
- family violence services
- emergency contacts and national support organisations.
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