Divorce is a very private affair, but at some point, you’ll have to share the news with others. Announcing divorce can be a rather difficult process. However, there’s a few people in particular you’ll want to tell…
Announcing Divorce: Who To Tell
The kids
Before announcing divorce to anyone else, you and your partner should let the kids know. After all, they’re the ones who will the most impacted aside from you two. Therefore, it’s only right that you make sure they know what’s going on.
When telling them, be sure to do it together in a private, neutral space. For them, you don’t have to get into much detail, especially if they’re young. Rather, it’s more important to give them reassurance that you both love them and things won’t change too much. It helps to also make sure they know the divorce isn’t their fault.
Family and close friends
After talking to the kids, the next people to talk to are your close friends and family. Announcing divorce to them can feel pretty awkward or uncomfortable. You might worry about how they’ll react, or if they’ll judge you for your divorce.
Still, this usually doesn’t happen. In fact, these close friends and family members will probably be a big part of your support network. Again, try to break the news to them in private. You can go into detail if you’d like, but it might just be best to give them the news and let them know what’s going to happen.
Everyone else
Outside of close friends, there’s still acquaintances, co-workers, neighbors, etc. that you might have to tell as well. Announcing divorce to people you don’t know all that well can be a bit anxiety-inducing. Still, it’s important to remember that you’re in control of what you share, and how you do it.
For instance, you could make a very general post up on social media. Or, you could wait until they ask you, and give them a simple “yes, I’m divorcing, but I don’t want to talk about it, thanks.” You’re under no obligation to answer their questions if you don’t want to!
