Self-Care and Resilience After Divorce Divorce can be a difficult and emotional experience, and it's important for individuals to prioritize their own self-care and resilience in order to move forward and thrive. By Marina Edelman, LMFT Updated: March 06, 2023 Categories: Coping with Divorce , Divorce Recovery , Health & Wellbeing Self-care and resilience are essential skills for anyone going through a difficult life transition, but they are particularly important after divorce. Divorce can be a major life change that can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed , anxious, and uncertain about their future. Taking care of oneself and building resilience can help individuals navigate the challenges of divorce and move forward with confidence and purpose. Why Self-Care and Resilience are Important After Divorce Self-care is an important aspect of post-divorce healing. It involves taking care of one’s physical, emotional, and mental health . Pract...