Divorce can be devastating even when it's the best solution. It's emotionally draining and often financially draining as well, especially if you don't understand the process and the steps to protect your future. I know this because I have been there. And, because I didn't understand the process and the impact of my decisions, I made a lot of mistakes -- mistakes that I had to live with for years. It's no secret that women are generally worse off after a divorce, but there are things you can do to change that or at least lessen the effects. I wrote How to Get Divorced Without Losing Your Blouse: What Every Woman Needs to Know to provide you with a look behind the curtain so you know what to expect and be better prepared. How to Get Divorced Without Losing Your Blouse answers questions in all the key areas of divorce, including: What the inside of the divorce process looks like Important things to consider before dividing your property and debts How to choose a good attorney (Hint: It's not just about how much they charge.) Knowledge is power and if you're getting a divorce, whether it's your idea or not, you owe it to yourself to be prepared! About the Author: Patricia Stallworth, MBA, CFP is a money coach, the host of the Minding Your Money 360 Podcast and a past instructor in the CDFA (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Program) at Oglethorpe University. Learn more at www.psworth.com.