1. Understanding Divorce Stages: Sue discusses the emotional journey of divorce, likening it to an emotional hurricane, and emphasizes preparation for its impact.

2. Effect on Children: The course touches on the profound effect divorce has on children, discussing different reactions based on age and developmental stages. Sue encourages parents to support their children’s emotional needs throughout the process.

3. Effective Communication: Sue advises on how parents can maintain healthy communication, suggesting techniques like “genuine encounter moments” and avoiding negative talk about the other parent in front of the children to prevent alienation.

4. Co-Parenting Strategies: The course includes strategies for co-parenting effectively and constructively, like shared parenting plans that focus on the child’s best interests, using tools such as “App Close” to facilitate communication, and approaching co-parenting with flexibility.

5. Handling Feelings: Sue recommends allowing children to express their feelings openly regarding the divorce and offers guidance on how parents can respond empathetically.

6. Legal Considerations: The program briefly touches on the legal aspects of divorce, stressing the importance of legal consultation and proposing mediation as a method to resolve parental responsibilities and financial issues.

7. Self-Care: Self-care for parents is a significant element. Sue proposes that taking care of oneself is crucial for being able to effectively care for and raise children post-divorce.

8. Family Meetings: An important tool presented is the family meeting, where each family member, including children, can share their feelings and contribute to solutions and decisions.

9. Abuse and Neglect: The course also covers the serious issues of child abuse and neglect in the context of divorce, including potential signs and how to report and address them.

10. Empowerment and Forgiveness: Sue encourages parents to empower themselves and their children to create positive futures, including learning to forgive and let go of the past.

Throughout the course, Sue uses her experience as a parent educator, life and family coach, and advocate for children’s well-being. She provides practical advice, exercises, and reflective questions intended to help parents make informed decisions that are in the best interests of their children during and after divorce. The course aims to equip parents with the tools necessary to minimize the negative effects of divorce and ensure the emotional safety and stability of their children