That Text Hits Different When You're Already Stressed About the Weekend

Friday afternoon. You're done with work, ready for the weekend with your kids. Then a text from your soon-to-be ex lands and you fire back while you're still activated.

I've been a divorce attorney for 25 years. Those rapid-fire text threads become Exhibit A. They get used against you.

This episode covers the 24 Hour Pause: how to stop reacting and start responding tactically.

You'll learn why the "emergency" usually isn't one, what to say when you need to buy time, and why their escalating texts actually mean you're winning.

 

Corey Shapiro. NYC divorce attorney. 25 years in family law. Child of divorce. This podcast is based on his book, Getting Divorced Without Losing Your Mind (mybook.gettingdivorced.org).

Video: youtube.com/@gettingdivorced

Audio and video editing by Chris Mottram. Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC.

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For information and entertainment only. Not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.