# Divorce Co-Parenting: Want a Better Relationship With Your Ex? Do This.

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Podcast: [How Not To Suck At Divorce](https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361)
Published: 2026-08-05T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://hownottosuckatdivorce.com/
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## Resource

Want Your Ex to Behave Better? Try This Instead 🎧 Divorce Crash Course (DCC) Thinking about divorce or already in it? Before you make a decision that could cost you thousands, get the information you wish someone had given you from the very beginning. Get the Divorce Crash Course (DCC) today. Typically priced at $150 , available now for just $50 , thanks to our angel underwriters Our Family Wizard and Soberlink. Whether you're considering divorce, in the middle of one, or trying to rebuild afterward, this course can save you time, money, and unnecessary heartbreak. Episode Description It may sound completely backwards, but sometimes the fastest way to improve your co-parenting relationship is to thank your ex. No, this isn't about pretending they're Parent of the Year. It's not about rewarding bad behavior or forgetting everything they've put you through. It's about understanding something surprisingly simple: people tend to repeat behaviors that are acknowledged. In this mini episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce , Andrea explains why a genuine "thank you" after your co-parent does something thoughtful, flexible, or simply doesn't make your life harder can change the tone of your relationship. From switching weekends without a fight to communicating well about the kids, small moments of appreciation can reinforce the behaviors that make co-parenting easier for everyone. If your goal is raising healthy kids—not winning against your ex—this simple mindset shift could make your divorce a little less stressful. In This Episode Why positive reinforcement works on adults, too The psychology behind encouraging better co-parenting Why appreciation doesn't mean approval When you should (and shouldn't) thank your co-parent How one sentence can reduce conflict Why the goal is he…

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