Category Archives: Divorce
The Final Straw That Led to Divorce
Sadly, marriages don’t always last forever. They can end for a number of reasons. Many of those who are married will put up with a lot of drama from their partner. They try hard to make things work. They may go to counseling or take on additional work to get paid bills and make… Read More »
The Silver Linings of Divorce
Besides a death, a divorce is probably the most emotional event a person can go through. Ending a marriage comes with a lot of negative feelings and it can be overwhelming. However, a divorce is not all doom and gloom. If your marriage is suffering badly, a divorce can help you be free from… Read More »
Too Scared to Divorce? How to Handle Your Fears
Love tends to wane over time. There’s the infamous seven-year itch and the empty nest years, when the kids move out and the spouses are stuck putting up with each other. Dealing with waning love can be frustrating. You may not want to stay, but you also may not be willing to leave your… Read More »
What to Ask Before Reuniting With an Ex
When most couples break up, they split up for good. However, some couples get back together and rekindle the love they had. Some couples even remarry a former spouse again, thinking the second time’s the charm. Celebrity couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were first linked in 2002 before calling off their engagement in… Read More »
Dealing with Your Child’s Questions About Divorce
Divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. Children often get caught in the middle. They are often sad or angry about what has happened. Seeing their parents split up can make them feel lonely and insecure. They may even question their parents’ love for them. Parents are not supposed to badmouth each… Read More »
Divorce Parties on the Rise
People have parties to celebrate birthdays, weddings, graduations, and other major life events and milestones. In the past, nobody would even dare to celebrate a divorce, but times have changed. In fact, divorce parties reached an all-time high in 2023. Why would someone celebrate a divorce? Marriage is something to be taken seriously. It… Read More »
Being Nice vs. Being Honest: Which is Better for Your Marriage?
When people marry, they are looking for mates who are nice to them. This is an obvious trait that everyone wants, because who wants to be with someone who treats them poorly. But many people also want honesty, and let’s be truthful, being honest and being nice don’t always go hand in hand. Sometimes… Read More »
Divorce and Retirement After 50
Marriages end for a variety of reasons and at various stages. First marriages last for roughly seven years, hence the term “seven-year itch.” Others last for 10, 15, or 20 years. Marriages ending after 20 years used to be an anomaly, but it has become increasingly common since 1990. Divorces past 50 have been… Read More »
Why is Divorce Harder for Men Than Women?
Ending a marriage is never an easy task. It’s an emotional experience that can be a huge blow to one or both parties, especially if the divorce was unexpected or unwanted. However, men seem to take it harder. After all, women are typically the ones to initiate divorce. Women often know what they want,… Read More »
Rebuilding Your Self-Esteem After a Divorce
A divorce can end up being a positive experience, but it takes a while to feel that way. In the initial stages, a divorce can make you feel a lot of negative emotions. You may have negativity toward not only your spouse but yourself as well. For some, ending a marriage is like giving… Read More »