RelationshipsSeparation
#RI-69ba7b58·6 months ago·
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“Discussing separation with kids”
What Actually Happened
My sensitive 9-year-old son felt anxious and upset when told about our separation, but I wish I had prepared him better
What I wish I knew
"Preparing him separately beforehand might have helped him cope better"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest and clear with your kids, and consider preparing them separately beforehand if they're sensitive"
Regret Index
5/10
Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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Relationships Category
3,331
Relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 7.2/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
7%
of Relationships decisions land in the mixed band the same as this one.
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