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Divorce Support
NEW BEGINNINGS® is a support group for separated and divorced men and women based in the DC metro area (MD, DC and VA). Established in 1979, we are the oldest and only group in the metro area that deals strictly with separation/divorce and is open to people with or without children.
A marital separation is a wrenching experience which can happen to anyone at any time for a variety of reasons. We believe that by sharing feelings with other people in similar situations, we can gain a better perspective on the process of separation and thereby begin to build a new life. This is our first task—because the one certainty is that our lives cannot remain the same.
NEW BEGINNINGS® discussion meetings are offered several times a month and are open to non-members. Led by member volunteers trained to guide the discussion, these meetings offer a chance to talk to others who share and understand your concerns.
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We offer three in-person discussion meetings each month--two in MD/DC & one in VA. For now, only fully vaccinated people may attend these, & proof is required.
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Discussion Meetings
September
COPING WITH ANGER: What are the most constructive ways to deal with this powerful emotion during the separation/divorce process?
BEGINNING TO BEGIN TO DATE: Even before you begin, so many uncertainties can get in the way: How do I approach someone? What do I talk about? What if they like me? What if they don’t? How do you know you’re ready?
MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS: Exploring the gender gap.
FRI 13 ** Beginning to Begin to Date ** 7:30-9:30 PM ** Fairfax ** $10
FRI 20 ** Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus ** 7:30-9:30 PM ** Derwood ** $10
SUN 29 ** Coping with Anger ** 3:00-5:00 PM ** Silver Spring ** $10
October
MAKING A NEW BEGINNING: Conquering the emotional challenges of those first few days & months.
SEX: NEW ANSWERS TO OLD QUESTIONS: For the newly separated, issues of intimacy can be anxiety-producing and exciting. What are the "rules"?
SEPARATION & THE FIRST LOVE: The first love after you separate is almost always wonderful but rarely lasts. If it's happened to you, come share; if you wish it would, come learn!