When it comes to your support system during your divorce, the question is:

Who will stay and who will go?

Everyone’s relationship dynamics are different. Some family and friends may be supportive, others may guilt and shame you. The possibilities are endless and you really won’t know how someone will react until they find out.

It is important to begin to identify the one or two inner circle members and then hire the professionals who will provide the best support.

The danger is that when you keep the wrong people in your circle for too long, they could harm your case and alter the trajectory of your divorce.

For example, that supportive friend who is reporting back to your ex with screenshots of your conversations and legal strategy. Or, the family members who are a constant drain on your energy with conversations invoking guilt and shame.

Your energy and FOCUS are everything.