When a marriage is broken beyond repair and letting it fall apart makes more sense than trying to hold together, the next question most couples grapple with is how they can go their separate ways in the most amicable way possible. Sometimes, divorce mediation can be the most cost-effective and drama-free process.

Unfortunately, divorce mediation is not for everyone, especially if you and your spouse cannot agree on the simplest of things. So how do you know if mediation will work for you? Here are two questions you need to answer to help establish whether you are a right fit for divorce mediation. 

Are you coming to the divorce table with an open mind?

Certainly, one of the most important things divorcing couples needs to realize is that they must be willing to show up for the mediation process with an open mind. For this to happen, both parties must have a clear understanding that there will be difficult decisions to make and that there will be concessions too. Divorce mediation will not work if either party is coming to the process with loads of resentment and unwillingness to cooperate. 

Are you willing to put kids first?

If you and your spouse have kids, you may be keen on working out your divorce as amicably as you possibly can for the sake of the family. Taking this approach can be great for everyone, especially the kids. If you and your spouse have your kids' best interests at heart and are willing to do everything to avert conflict, then you need to give mediation a chance. 

Divorce mediation emphasizes cooperation instead of conflict. Find out how you can safeguard your rights and interests while mediating your California divorce.