Rules of Engagement

When issues or potential conflicts arise around child custody, parenting plans, custody agreements, divorce or similar issues: remember that fear means you are getting closer to the truth imagine yourself in the other person’s position know the impact your behavior has upon others acknowledge that your family relationships are the highest priority remember that your reputation is always in issue value the importance of staying “in relationship” and not checking out When thinking about how to reach a resolution: be willing to reach mutually satisfactory agreements avoid posturing, tantrums, and “all or nothing” ultimatums have no judgment about the other’s lifestyle, ideas or plans identify mutual needs and interests that serve ...