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Happy Life After Divorce: Finding Your Joy Again

June 30, 20252 min read

A happy life after divorce might sound hard to imagine when you’re in the thick of it, but trust me, it’s possible. Finding happiness after divorce is all about rediscovering what lights you up and building a life that feels truly yours. At Rebuilders International, we’ve seen so many people answer the question, “Are people happier after divorce?” with a big yes—and we’re here to help you get there too. Let’s explore how to find happiness after divorce and make this new chapter your best yet.

Can You Really Be Happier After Divorce?

Absolutely—are people happier after divorce? Many are! A 2023 study showed 62% of divorced folks felt more at peace a year later, especially with the right support. Happiness after divorce comes from letting go of what’s behind you and focusing on what makes you smile. Maybe it’s spending time with friends, picking up a new hobby, or just enjoying your own company. At Rebuilders, we’ve seen folks light up when they start focusing on themselves.

Our Virtual (Zoom) Classes—starting every 2-3 weeks—are a great way to connect with others and share what’s bringing you joy.

Want a full plan to rebuild? Check out our main page, Post-Divorce Life: A Complete Guide, for more tips to thrive.

Simple Ways to Find Happiness

Focus on What You Love

Finding happiness after divorce starts with doing things that make your heart happy. Maybe you love painting, dancing, or long walks—make time for those! Rebuilders suggests picking one thing each week that’s just for you. It’s a small step toward a happy life after divorce.

Surround Yourself with Positivity

The people around you matter. Spend time with friends who lift you up, or join a group where you feel seen. Our Every Tuesday Night Support Group ($47/year) is a warm space to share laughs and stories with others on the same path.

Celebrate Small Wins

Maybe you cooked a new recipe or had a good day with your kids—celebrate that! Happiness after divorce grows when you notice the little joys. Jot down three things each day that made you smile—it’s a habit that can shift your whole outlook.

Exploring New Possibilities

Try something fresh to spark joy—like a new hobby or a weekend getaway. Rebuilders’ community loves cheering each other on as they rediscover what makes them happy.

Thinking about dating? Check out Dating After Separation for tips on stepping back into love.

Starting over in your 40s? See Starting Over After Divorce at 40 for more ideas.

Rebuilders Has Your Back

At Rebuilders International, we’re all about helping you find a happy life after divorce. With support groups, tools, and a caring community, we’ll help you rediscover joy.

Ready to find your happiness? Take our free Emotional Survey to see what’s next, or join our Virtual (Zoom) Classes to connect. Let’s make your happiness after divorce a reality.

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Kevin Van Liere

Divorce Coach, CEO of Rebuilders International

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Below you’ll see that the Rebuilders International system really works, why it is unique, and what we do. We will let this information stand for itself! And yes, of course results will vary but with only a few hours a week you can have a life changing experience.

The Rebuilders Background:

40 Years Of Changing People's Lives.

Meet Dr. Bruce Fisher

The founder of the Rebuilders program was Dr. Bruce Fisher (1931-1998). He was born in Iowa but spent most of his adult life in Boulder, Colorado. He was a popular divorce therapist, author, teach and a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. As he worked with clients dealing with divorce he realized that traditional therapy didn’t work efficiently.

He began working with his clients in groups and eventually found that there are 19 “steps” that people must work through to effectively “Rebuild” their lives. From this work he wrote the book “Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends.” We still use this book as a reference in our classes. Since he wrote the book over 30 years ago we have learned a lot and the program has evolved considerably. Now we find that there are more “steps” and that there are some elements that Dr. Fisher wasn’t aware of or misunderstood. However, he still created a powerful foundation for the program that we run today.

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"I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to have taken this journey with you and the class. It’s been very mind blowing and a real eye opener. It changed my life."

Mike

How our program works...

Head

Your thinking, mindset, beliefs, and values all influence how you respond to the traumatic experience of divorce. We show you how to step outside of the rumination about the past. Learn to step outside of the normal traps that keep people stuck thinking about the past.

Heart

Many people suppress, depress, or repress their feelings. Divorce brings so many “difficult” feelings. We give you tools to work through them, use them, and feel the “good” feelings again -like HAPPINESS, JOY, AND LOVE.

Identity

In marriages people “lose” themselves. When the marriage ends they don’t know who they are as a single person. We help you connect with yourself so that you can be comfortable being alone in your own skin.

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