Men's wellbeing

Dealing with divorce as a man: getting through the first year in Ontario

The first year after separation hits men hard: lost sleep, swinging moods, unknowns on a loop at night. It is survivable, and the men who come out steady do a few ordinary things well — the routine, the kids, the money, and letting a few people in.

Norm Barrette · Jun 19, 2026 · 3 min read