The Difference Between Mediation & Conciliation

🎙️ Mediation Matters: Mediator vs. Conciliator – What’s the Real Difference? ⚖️💬 

Ever been in a conversation where someone says “Oh, you mean…” and then totally describes something else? 🙃 That’s exactly what happens when people mix up mediators and conciliators – but trust us, they’re not the same thing. 

In this episode, Joanne takes you behind the scenes of two powerful dispute resolution roles you might encounter in family law. 💔➡️💡 

👥 Mediators: The calm, neutral guides who create a safe space so you can actually talk (without the shouting match). They won’t tell you what to do – you stay in the driver’s seat. 🛟 

📚 Conciliators: Still impartial, but not shy about offering informed suggestions and real-world solutions. Think “wise friend” meets “legal translator.” 🗝️ 

You’ll discover:
 ✨ When to choose mediation vs. conciliation (and why it matters)
 ✨ How each approach can save you time, money, and sanity compared to court 🕊️
✨ Why both can help protect relationships – especially if you’re co-parenting 

If you’re navigating property settlements, parenting arrangements, or just want to understand your options, this episode could be the clarity bomb you’ve been looking for. 💥