This entry is a continuation of the post “How can both parents have quality parenting relationships with their children?” Let’s discuss communication options. In co-parent relationships where there is high …
Divorce Mediation Family Mediation Mediation Parenting Coordination ResolutionHow to have a quality co-parenting relationship? Communication tips
Mediation ResolutionWhy negotiate?
This is Conflict Resolution week in BC and I will be posting several blogs over the week highlighting some conflict resolution themes from my work as a mediator. Here is …
MediationTrust in Conflict Resolution
In my work as a conflict resolution practitioner and mediator, lack of trust is often present at the time I get involved. My colleague, Gordon White, has some thought-provoking words …
Family Mediation Mediation Parenting CoordinationHow can both parents have quality parenting relationships with their children?
During and after your divorce, you may be wondering if it will ever be possible for both you and your spouse to have a productive co-parenting relationship. Many parents struggle …
Elder MediationTop Ten Traps to Avoid when Planning for Aging Family Members – #2
Continuing on the avoidance theme, many families have certain topics or feelings which are hard to talk about. Some family members may have trouble being openly sad or talking about …
Elder Family Mediation MediationTop Ten Traps to Avoid when Planning for Aging Family Members: Number 1
The first trap to avoid is avoidance itself. Avoiding difficult or uncomfortable discussions can make relationships and situations worse in the long term. Ensure that you talk about finances (estate planning, …
Mediation Workplace Conflict Workplace MediationBullying and Harassment: What are the duties of Employers in BC?
According to WorksafeBC, “Bullying and Harassment includes any inappropriate conduct or comment by a person towards a worker that the person knew or reasonably ought to have known would cause …
Divorce Mediation Family Mediation MediationThe Best Interests of the Child
The new Family Law Act in BC refers to the “best interests of the child” as the ONLY consideration when the courts and parents are making plans for children. Section 37 (2) defines …
Elder Family MediationConflict about Estate Division
I recently attended the memorial service of my father-in-law, while this event and the ensuing estate division went smoothly, I was reminded of how this often does not happen. When …
Divorce Mediation Family MediationBack to School Doesn’t Have to be Complicated or Conflictual
A new school year is starting and this often means new parenting plans for divorced parents who are co-parenting. This is an opportunity to build on what has worked for …