Bella Duncan
Resentment
I’ve never wanted to resent my parents for their divorce. Why? Because resentment is such an intense feeling to hold on to. Resentment...
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Bella Duncan
- Jun 17
- 3 min
Assumptions
If you’re a kid of divorce, you have probably felt as though people have made some assumptions about you and your situation. For example,...
Bella Duncan
- Mar 22
- 3 min
Decision-Making
As a kid of divorce, you can find yourself making a lot of decisions. This isn’t always an easy task. Decision making can be challenging,...
Bella Duncan
- Jan 17
- 3 min
Holidays
Going on a holiday can be really exciting! However, when you’re a kid with two homes, going on a holiday can also be stressful. You’re...
Bella Duncan
- Dec 23, 2021
- 3 min
Christmas
For many, Christmas is a time of joy and thanksgiving. However, it can also be a stressful time, especially for kids of divorce....
Bella Duncan
- Nov 28, 2021
- 3 min
Pressure
As a kid of divorce, you may experience pressure. You may put pressure on yourself. You may feel pressure from your parents, school or...
Bella Duncan
- Sep 26, 2021
- 4 min
Time
Have you ever felt as though you haven’t spent enough quality time with your parents? Spending quality time with your parents can be...
Bella Duncan
- Aug 30, 2021
- 3 min
Adapting
If you’re a kid who is experiencing divorce, separation or family conflict, you will likely have to adapt to new circumstances,...
Bella Duncan
- Jul 18, 2021
- 4 min
Reach Out
For any reason, at any time, you can reach out for help. Experiencing divorce, separation or family conflict is never easy. No matter...
Bella Duncan
- Jun 21, 2021
- 3 min
Relationships
Let’s be honest, it can be hard to view relationships in a positive light after experiencing divorce, separation or family conflict....
Bella Duncan
- May 3, 2021
- 4 min
Conflict
Your parents don’t have to be divorced or separated for you to experience conflict. In fact, most people have experienced conflict within...
Bella Duncan
- Apr 6, 2021
- 3 min
Siblings
You can often feel alone when experiencing divorce, separation or family conflict. However, having a sibling can make these experiences...
Bella Duncan
- Mar 15, 2021
- 3 min
Drop-off
Drop off’s can be super stressful. There is really no other way to put it. Getting dropped off or picked up to go to your other home...
Bella Duncan
- Feb 22, 2021
- 3 min
Packing
It may seem trivial, however, when you’re a kid with two homes, packing a bag SUCKS! Often, trivial ramifications that result from...
Bella Duncan
- Feb 1, 2021
- 4 min
Favourites
“Whose house do you like better, mum or dad’s?” this is a question I have surprisingly been asked more than once. Playing ‘favourites’...
Bella Duncan
- Jan 11, 2021
- 3 min
Grandparents
The role of grandparents can be profound. For some, grandparents are a constant. For others, grandparents may be a memory. Regardless,...
Bella Duncan
- Dec 24, 2020
- 3 min
Christmas
Christmas is often referred to as a time of joy and thanksgiving. And it absolutely is. Although, Christmas can also be a stressful time...
Bella Duncan
- Dec 9, 2020
- 3 min
Forgiveness
Forgiveness involves the head and the heart. It is not an easy process by any means. Forgiveness does not mean excusing, condoning,...
Bella Duncan
- Nov 24, 2020
- 3 min
Worry
In the film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Newt Scamander said: “Worrying means you suffer twice.” Well, Mr. Scamander, you hit...
Bella Duncan
- Nov 9, 2020
- 4 min
'Broken' Family
You have probably heard of the term ‘broken family’ or ‘broken home.’ You may even use it to describe a family that has been impacted by...