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“Unfortunately, it's the new normal to get divorced - and divorced with children is its own soil rich with land mines. There's a lot of comedy but a lot of heartache, too.” quote by Catherine Reitman
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“Unfortunately, it's the new normal to get divorced - and divorced with children is its own soil rich with land mines. There's a lot of comedy but a lot of heartache, too.”

Catherine Reitman

About This Quote

Source TV: Workin' It, Season 1, 2017

Divorce with children creates complex emotional terrain, mixing humor with deep pain, requiring careful navigation.

In simple terms: Divorce with kids is both funny and painful.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge both humor and heartbreak.

Themes

family dynamics divorce parenting emotional resilience

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice personal narrative

When to use this quote

  • counseling sessions
  • parent‑child communication
  • legal proceedings
  • support groups

Key Concepts

psychology social stigma coping mechanisms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance levity with genuine emotional support?
  • What strategies help children process parental separation?
A Different Perspective

Humor can mask underlying trauma, making healing harder.

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