Parents work to identify the positive and valuable qualities of the child s other parent. They learn to create two homes, minimize stress at transitions, and make time sharing a positive experience for their child. Parents determine the obvious and not so obvious ways they put their child in the middle of their conflict. They discover the influence of loyalty and the ways their children struggle to avoid a loyalty bind. The importance of allowing children access to their extended family is also addressed.
Parents examine their attachment to their former spouse.
They discover that their anger and bitterness keep them emotionally attached to one another in much the same was as their love once did. They identify their level of attachment and learn ways to let go physically and emotionally from their marital relationship. The grief process, forgiveness and the value of rituals are reviewed. Parents clarify their personal choices and identify a personal path. Characteristics of a business relationship are taught as they apply to a co-parenting relationship.