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September 30, 2025 23 mins
Unlocking Amicable Divorce: Mastering Mediation Ground Rules for a Smoother Separation

Discover how setting clear mediation ground rules can transform a painful divorce into a respectful transition, saving time, money, and emotional stress. Dive into proven strategies that prioritize future goals, mutual dignity, and children's well-being, making divorce mediation a powerful alternative to courtroom battles. Whether you're exploring amicable divorce options or seeking cost-effective separation solutions, this episode equips you with essential tools for productive negotiations and lasting agreements.

Key Takeaways
  • Shift focus from past conflicts to future goals, using mediation ground rules to foster productive, forward-thinking discussions in divorce mediation.
  • Promote mutual respect and dignity, ensuring both parties feel valued and heard for a cooperative divorce process.
  • Prioritize children's well-being by emphasizing involved parenting and decisions that support their needs during separation.
  • Build trust in the mediation process through clear communication frameworks, avoiding surprises and criticisms for fair, efficient outcomes.
Featuring

  • Ken Maynard - Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Accredited Family Mediator, guiding families through virtual mediation with his Soft Landing Divorce Settlement Method since 2010.
  • Sarah Bates - Certified Divorce Specialist at Naked Divorce Filer by DTSW, helping clients file uncontested divorces affordably and drama-free with over a decade in family law.

Listen & Subscribe Tune in now for expert insights on divorce mediation and subscribe for more tips on navigating separation with confidence and clarity. Contact US: https://to.softlandingpodcast.ca Show Notes and Downloads https://to.dtsw.ca/DivorceMediationRules 💬 Thanks for Listening Ken Maynard Thank you for joining us on the Soft Landing Divorce Podcast, where we believe that separation can be a starting point—not just an end. With the right support, you can navigate this transition with dignity, clarity, and a vision for your future. I’m Ken Maynard, Accredited Family Mediator and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and founder of Divorce the Smartway. I help separating couples find resolution through constructive dialogue, practical financial planning, and family-first solutions. Sarah Bates I believe every ending can be the beginning of a healthier, more empowered life. I’m Sarah Bates—divorce consultant, educator, and advocate for compassionate separation. If you're navigating separation, co-parenting, or just need guidance on building the right team, I’m here to help. Let’s build your soft landing—together. Connect with US: to.softlandingpodcast.ca
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