Have you recently separated? Do you feel a sense of loss or grief? Are you struggling to navigate your separation and family law matter? Perhaps you don't feel like your 'normal' self. Perhaps you feel alone on this journey - everyone around you has carried on with their lives, but your life has changed significantly. You are not alone. Many of the emotions that you experience following separation are due to the sense of loss and grief following the breakdown of a relationship, the loss of a family, and the loss of your expectation of how your life should be. Nobody goes into a relationship anticipating a breakup! In Separate Ways, Shaya Lewis-Dermody explores the concepts of loss and grief following your relationship breakdown. You'll discover: An understanding of the stages of grief and loss in the context of separation, which, in turn, will help you to understand that it is okay to grieve. Strategies to survive this period, including insights and tips from mental health professionals who work with separated families. Practical advice from the perspective of an experienced family lawyer, including how to navigate the family law system. Whether your separation has been amicable or you are experiencing high levels of conflict, Separate Ways is a must-read for anyone who has recently separated.