How to thrive after divorce

As research shows that marriage break-ups have increased 10 per cent since lockdown, divorce coach Sarah Woodward reveals how to navigate life after a split

- Sarah Woodward

Lockdown had an impact on many different areas of life, relationships being one of them. In fact, research shows there has been a 10 per cent increase in divorce since 2020.

“Sadly, I’m not surprised,” says divorce coach Sarah Woodward (sarah-woodward.com). “Lockdown went one of two ways with couples – it strengthened their relationship or put a strain on it.”

Sarah says many of her clients fear the future while going through a divorce.

“Know that you will get through it,” she says. “You’re going through a grieving process, and it will be difficult sometimes, but you will feel OK again.”

Here, Sarah shares her tips for bouncing back after a break-up.

Respect your emotions: It can be tempting to stuff down emotions by working long hours, partying or over-exercising.