Category Archives: Divorce
Signs a Gray Divorce is Imminent
It’s common for younger couples to get divorced, but those who are at retirement age? Not so much. Gray divorce is the term used for divorce among couples who are over 50 years old. Gray divorces are on the rise and have increased dramatically since the 1990s. In fact, gray divorces were once considered… Read More »
Remarriage in Middle Age: What to Ask Yourself
Nobody marries with the intent of divorcing, but it happens to a lot of marriages. In fact, close to 50% of first marriages end in divorce. The divorce rate for subsequent marriages is even higher. Back in the 1960s, remarriage was a lot more common. More than 70% of divorced people remarried. By 2013,… Read More »
4 Ways in Which People Navigate Divorce
Divorce is a decision that should not be taken lightly. It can come about in various ways in a marriage. Sometimes there is intense conflict, while in some cases, the couple simply drifts apart. Each marriage and divorce is different. Studies show that there are four types of people who seek divorce. They navigate… Read More »
Ghosted by Friends After a Divorce? Here’s How to Cope
When you divorce, you need all the support you can get. However, if you’re counting on your family and friends to be there for you, you may be disappointed. People can be weird when it comes to divorce. They don’t always know how to react. They may assume you need space, so they may… Read More »
How Divorce Can Change Your Life for the Better
Divorce is not as taboo as it used to be. In some religions and communities, divorce may still be seen as dishonorable. Despite this, thousands of marriages end in the United States every year. Going through the divorce process is not an easy task, even when the split is amicable. While divorce can affect… Read More »
How You May Be Sabotaging Your Marriage
If you are struggling with achieving a happy relationship, there could be various factors involved. But there’s one you’re probably overlooking: you. It’s not uncommon for people to subconsciously say and do things that sabotage your marriage. People feel vulnerable and in an effort to protect themselves, they may expect too much from their… Read More »
How to Talk to Someone Who Has a Problem
Marriage is no fairytale. Yes, there will be happy times, especially in the beginning. However, as the years go on, people tend to change. They may develop an addiction or mental health issue. Some develop behaviors that threaten their marriages, such as impulsive spending. When this happens, you may walk on eggshells when around… Read More »
How Neuroticism Leads to Divorce
In a healthy marriage, the couple works together to deal with everyday life as well as significant life events such as having children, dealing with job loss, or grieving the loss of a loved one. Life can be tough and it’s always nice to have someone on your side who can help alleviate the… Read More »
Name Change After Divorce
The process of divorce can be a tumultuous time filled with many procedures and legal actions. During this time, you will need to make many decisions. If you are a woman, one of these decisions may be about changing your name. As your marriage ends, you may not want to be connected to your… Read More »
Dealing With Depression After Divorce
It’s no lie that divorce is one of the most emotional events a person can go through, just behind the death of a loved one. Indeed, a divorce is the death of a marriage. Going through a divorce can be rough, especially after decades of marriage. Divorce can be especially rough on men. Most… Read More »