5 Tips for Dating Post Divorce

Re-entering the dating world after divorce can be exciting and disorienting. Five tips that come up often in our coaching conversations.

Take your time. There is no "right" timeline. Date when you feel ready, not when you feel pressure.

Get clear on what you want. Post-divorce is a chance to be specific about the relationship you actually want. Use it.

Be honest — eventually — about your past. You don't owe a first date your divorce papers, but the right partner will want to understand your history at the right moment.

Watch your patterns. If you find yourself drawn to the same dynamic that ended your marriage, that's worth examining with a coach or counsellor.

Protect your kids' headspace. New partners and children should be introduced thoughtfully and not too soon.