The Mediator’s Guide to Balancing: Emotions and Logic in Divorce by Susan Deveney
As defined by Susan Deveney, Divorce is a highly emotional experience, and when couples enter mediation, emotions often run high. As a mediator, one of the most critical roles is to help parties navigate their feelings while keeping the process focused on finding practical, logical solutions. Balancing emotions and logic is crucial to achieving a fair and constructive resolution. Here are some key approaches mediators can use to strike that balance. First and foremost, a successful mediator must create a safe, neutral space for both parties to express their emotions. Emotions are natural during a divorce; denying or suppressing