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Peaceful divorce — sound like a paradox? In our society, even though more than half of our marriages will end in divorce, we still hold onto the idea that divorce is brutal, contentious and toxic. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

In fact, divorce can be a transition time of self-reflection and intense personal growth. Everyone is better off when two adults behave well. If children are involved, positive co-parenting is essential for their well-being. And even if children aren’t involved, ending your marriage with a truce will lead to the priceless peace of mind that you will never find slinging it out in divorce court.

These six steps will set you free no matter what your soon to be ex is dishing out.

Own your part: Although this isn’t easy to do, you must shine the flashlight of attention on yourself and look at how you participated in creating the end of your marriage.

via Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW: 6 Steps to a Peaceful Divorce.