The financial challenge is by far the hardest, especially when there is VERY limited income and an ex that refuses to pay court ordered alimony (4 orders in 7 months!!). Yes, I did get a lump sum from my share of the house bust most of it went to secure an apartment, because of limited income, furniture/lines/pots/pans/etc and legal fees!
I wish I had a more proactive lawyer and friends (they stayed with the ex) or some type of support system!