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If you follow my blog, you might recall my post from February 15th, where I teased you about this image.

Are you ready to find out why it is important?

Are you sure?

Okay….here you go…the image I showed you in February is the logo for World Creativity & Innovation Week (WCIW) for 2022.

In alignment with my goal to become more active in international and national events,

I am excited (and nervous) to announce I will be presenting my FIRST Webinar!

I will be presenting a webinar on Collaborative Divorce!

History of WCIW

Canadian resident Marci Segal identified a “creativity crisis” in 2001. She thought, “Wouldn’t it be great if people knew how to use their natural ability to generate new ideas, make new decisions, take new actions and achieve new outcomes, to make the world a better place and to make their place in the world better too?” And so she set off on a journey to make a bigger place for creativity in the world.

The following year Chicago, was the first U.S. city to participate in what became a worldwide endeavor. In addition to Chicago, three other countries followed Canada’s lead and held events. These countries included the Netherlands, Thailand, and Brazil.

According to the WCIW website, A Yahoo-group also formed. People joined from all over the world – the US, Brazil, Argentina, France, Italy, Thailand. Over the years celebrations emerged in other countries including Belarus, India, Australia, Egypt, Peru, Chile, India, Malaysia, UK, Italy, France, El Salvador, Morocco, United Arab Emirates, Greece, Ecuador, Columbia, and Slovenia.

Then, in 2006: World Creativity & Innovation Day extends to a weeklong celebration (WCIW), beginning on Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday, April 15.

In 2017 April 21st was To become the United Nations

International Day of Observance.

Their mission is simple.

We seek to inspire and enable others to live a more creative life​. The United Nations wants to encourage people to use new ideas, make new decisions, and take the steps towards making the world (and your place in it) better through creative thinking. 

WCIW website

How I connected to WCIW

For 2022, the United Nations has decided to pair with the International Association of Collaborative Professionals (IACP).

With the shared goals of:

  • Collaboration
  • Empathy
  • Empowerment
  • Mentorship

Collaborative Divorce relies heavily on creativity.

  • The use of a team is a creative approach to divorce.
  • Keeping your information out of court until all is finalized is a creative way to maintain privacy.
  • The agreement to share openly and transparently is a creative approach to the negotiation process.
  • Having a neutral Financial Planner is a creative way to work with a couple to gather information and run various scenarios, which helps the couple decide what can work for both of them.
  • Using a Collaborative Coach is a creative way to help manage the emotions of divorce, particularly during meetings. Coaches also teach communication skills and add other benefits to the process.
  • Choosing to add a Child Specialist helps keep the focus on what is best for the children. We also help with creative solutions for parenting needs and concerns.

Details of the event

There is a lot more to know about Collaborative Divorce and I look forward to sharing that information with you. The webinar will be held on Thursday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. C.S.T. I’ve chosen this date because of it’s designation as World Creativity and Innovation Day (WCID).

And, even better, the webinar is being offered for FREE! All you need to do is register here.

Please, share this blog and forward the information to anyone who you think could benefit from learning about Collaborative Divorce. This could include someone considering getting a divorce or someone in the position to help guide people in this direction.

Think creatively!

Those who are in the position to help guide others includes, but is not limited to:

  • Clergy
  • School counselors
  • Hair stylists
  • Nail technician
  • Doctors
  • Real estate agents
  • Mortgage brokers

Don’t forget to register for this free webinar! I look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m.

Please reach out if you have any questions. Email or call me at 630.912.2908.

CELEBRATE YOUR CREATIVITY EVERY DAY!

Relationship Solutions Center logo and tag line

ADResolution Tuesday

Be on the lookout for more information about this logo and how it applies to Collaborative Divorce.

Do you have any guesses? Let me know and your will be entered into a raffle for a free gift from Relationship Solutions Center, P.C.!

Getting the Word Out About Collaborative Divorce

Who are all these people on Relationship Solutions Center website?

Along with some of my collaborative colleagues, I have put an ad in the Illinois Psychological Association (IPA) quarterly newsletter that was published and distributed on Friday, April 16th.

Our hope is to educate psychologists about the benefits of collaborative divorce. As you know, or can imagine, psychologists are right there with folks as they make the difficult decision about the future of their relationship. While my general view is to work toward improving a relationship, there are times it is best for a couple (or throuple) to go their separate ways.

How does Dr. Irgang work with folks who are struggling in their relationships?

My guide is always safety first. If there is evidence of domestic violence, I help the victim create a safe space.

Outside of safety, my goal is to help change happen. I have a lot of thoughts about change, but most important in these situations is to

try to create change if both people are willing, capable and ready to change.

(a frequent quote by Dr. Irgang)

When a person works to create change, yet still feels unhappy or dissatisfied, the best solution for them might be divorce.

What if change doesn’t happen?

In this case, I truly feel Collaborative Divorce is the best option. Collaborative Divorce allows couples to:

  • Maintain control of the decisions and process
  • Allows the ability to think outside the box, while respecting statutes/state laws
  • Keeps the process private and out of court (until the final papers are ready)
  • Get the necessary help managing emotions (particularly during negotiations), improve conflict resolution skills and improve communication. This is especially crucial if you have children together. Even if you don’t have children together, the skills you will learn can help in other relationships – both personal and professional.

If you are thinking about, or are ready to transition to this next stage of your life, please reach out to myself or one of my colleagues. We are happy to explain the process in more detail. We are there for you every step of the way!

Family dispute help for your clients

What happens to divorcing couples in the middle of a pandemic?
Where can parents go for help with custody disputes when the courts are closed?
Families are in crisis, and they don’t know where to turn.

Collaborative Practice is an internationally-recognized method created to help divorcing couples, and parents manage divorce and child custody matters peacefully without the courts.

On May 27th at 12:00 p.m. (CST), the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals is hosting a FREE information session about Collaborative Practice and its benefits.

Learn new ways to get your clients the help they need and expand your local referral network.
Local civic, social, business, religious, and community groups, as well as professional associations, are invited.

As a service provider, you see firsthand how COVID-19 is devastating our community. Let’s work together to provide solutions.

Seats are limited. Register now.

https://www.collaborativepractice.com/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=83

The Benefits of Collaborative Divorce

Currently, there are three styles of divorce available.

Traditionally, the divorce process is adversarial and the parties and their attorneys are pitted against each other.  The process is monitored by a Judge and often there are threats of “letting the court decide” an issue if the parties cannot come to an agreement.  Another option would be to use a mediator.  With this option, the couple meets with a mediator to negotiate and compromise the various issues that need to be addressed to get a divorce.  The benefit of this option is that the parties work to come to mutually agreeable decisions.

The negative side of this process, is that a mediator is neutral and cannot advise either party about what is most beneficial for their situation.  When working with a Collaborative Divorce team, you will have the benefit of working with a team of trained professionals who are committed to helping support and assist you through this life transition.  Each team members brings various areas of expertise to the table.  In negotiating as a team, having both attorneys present to advise in the moment.  The Coach works with all team members to improve communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.  We help minimize the hostility and conflict in the room and between the parties.

If you find yourself needing to seek a divorce, I hope you consider Collaborative Divorce.