"Whether you've seen your divorce coming for a long time or you were blindsided, it probably won't matter for your kids, no matter how old they are. As outsiders to your relationship, it's news to them, even if they saw it coming. It's one thing to think something might happen and another to have to face it when it does; your children have their own feelings to sort through, and talking to you about them can help."
"You may also find that if you have more than one child, their reactions to your divorce will differ. This is natural, as children grow up in the same house physically but not emotionally, meaning every relationship between parent and child is unique. Age, capacity, personality, education, and life experience can additionally play a role. Taking each factor into account can help, as can speaking with each of your children individually instead of as a group."
Gray divorce, a divorce between spouses aged 50 and over, can be emotionally challenging, especially when adult children oppose or withdraw support. Parents should offer to talk with adult children and allow them to express and process their feelings. Recognize that each child's reaction will differ based on age, personality, capacity, education, and life experience, and prefer individual conversations over group discussions. Try to empathize by putting yourself in their shoes and allow them time to come around. Avoid asking adult children to take sides and prioritize their best interests to reduce family tension and preserve relationships.
Read at Psychology Today
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