Navigating Divorce Challenges: When Your Ex is Asking Your Friends to Take Sides

One of the least discussed challenges of divorce relates to the impact it can have on your social circle. It isn’t uncommon for mutual friends to feel caught in the middle, and to align with one or the other spouse. But how do you handle things when your soon-to-be-ex is the one asking your friends to choose sides? This situation can cause immense emotional turmoil at a very vulnerable time in your life, and potentially damage long-standing relationships. Here’s how to handle this delicate situation with your ex, your friends, and yourself.