We've said it before, and it's worth saying again: Divorce can be one of the most contentious and emotionally draining times of a person's life. However, it doesn't need to be. Although you may associate divorce with frustration and endless fighting, there are other ways to work through the divorce process.

When you think of divorce as a transition time to be filled with self-reflection and personal growth, it may be easier to move through the process peacefully. Moreover, when you follow the suggestions below, it doesn't matter how your soon-to-be ex-spouse is acting, you can still find peace in the process.