{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Nimble Youth ","title":"Episode 56: Navigating Divorce: Insights for Parents and Children","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2203,"description":" Episode 56: Navigating Divorce: Insights for Parents and Children\n\nSummary\n\nIn this episode, family law attorney David Pisarra shares insights on navigating custody disputes, understanding the child's perspective, and creating effective parenting plans to reduce conflict and support children's well-being during and after divorce.\nUnderstanding the impact on kids and how to support them through transitions\nWhen parents go through a separation or divorce, the emotional landscape can become incredibly complex, especially for the children involved. In this episode of Nimble Youth, we dive deep into how family transitions affect kids and what parents can do to mitigate harm during these challenging times.\nThe Child's Perspective\n\nMatthew Butterman speaks with David Pisarra, a seasoned family law attorney and founder of Dad's Law School, about the often overlooked emotional turmoil that children experience during their parents' divorce. David highlights a critical issue: children often find themselves caught in a loyalty bind.\n\"The loyalty bind that the children have... they love both parents. But when the parents are fighting over custody... the kids get lost in the mix.\" \n — David Pisarra \nThis emotional conflict can lead to feelings of guilt and confusion, making it imperative for parents to approach their children’s experiences with sensitivity and care.\nReducing Conflict\n\nOne of the key takeaways from the conversation is the significance of reducing conflict during and after the divorce process. David emphasizes the need for parents to focus on the children's best interests rather than getting caught up in their own disputes.\n\"You definitely want them to be focused on the kids. And if they were focused on the kids, that would be the best of all possible worlds.\" \nThe discussion reveals that children thrive in environments where they feel safe and supported, free from the tension of parental conflict.\nSupporting Healthy Relationships\n\nMatthew and David discuss...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/h--qUaWpX4AVtgW1NGPKvLDD1Xx7NflxElKMX5dzn_8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82ZDY5/MDgwYjg4N2E4YTFl/ODA2ODdlNjJjOTQ5/MmZjOS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}