Being married may sound like a dream come true, but in reality, it is a difficult task. Nobody tells you what to expect. You may have witnessed your parents’ marriage or perhaps other people’s marriages, but it is still hard to know what rules you need to abide by. One example is finances. Many couples merge their income into a …
How to Tell You Married the Right Person
Marriage has its ups and downs. Some days you feel like everything is going great. You love your spouse so much. Then there are days when you feel like everything annoys you about your spouse. They are driving you nuts and you feel like pulling your hair out. Many couples have days where they wonder what the future holds. Will …
Divorces More Common When Husbands are Unemployed
Money is a major issue in marriages. It seems stereotypical that the man would be the breadwinner. Even nowadays, with women’s rights at the forefront, wives are still demanding that their husbands bring home the bacon. And not just a little bacon, but a lot of it. A study of 6,300 heterosexual couples showed that when men were not working …
Divorce Rates for Parents of Autistic Children
Marriages can end for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, children are sometimes to blame. In many cases, the stress involved with caring for children causes marriages to fail. A divorce is likely to occur if the child requires significant care due to a long-term medical condition, such as autism. Autism is a developmental disorder that impacts the nervous system. It …
Negotiating a Divorce Settlement
When you think of divorce, you may imagine a nasty court case filled with screaming and tears. But it does not necessarily have to be that way. When ending your marriage, you do not have to take the route of revenge. You can take the mature route and opt for an amicable divorce. This means you can avoid the courtroom …
Why Marriage is Good for You
When people list the benefits of marriage, they often list the advantages for the children. The kids are happier. They’re more stable. Children of divorce, on the other hand, are more likely to use alcohol and drugs, have sex, become pregnant, and attempt suicide. Yes, marriage is good for the children, but it’s also good for the spouses as well. …
Making Divorce Easy as Possible for the Kids
When a couple goes through a divorce, there is a lot to unpack. The spouses are not the only ones dealing with the emotional fallout. Friends and family members may be concerned about the split. Co-workers and neighbors may be wondering what is going on. And let’s not forget the kids. In many cases, children are overlooked during the divorce …
Changes to Florida’s Alimony and Timesharing Laws
In the past, Florida was known for its lenient alimony laws. It was one of few states that offered permanent alimony. This meant that a person could potentially get alimony for the rest of their life. This is no longer the case. Florida Gov. Rick DeSantis has been trying for many years to change the state’s alimony laws and this …
The Trend of Divorce Parties
We all want a reason to celebrate something, whether it be a wedding, birthday party, graduation, holiday gathering, the birth of a child, or other event. But a divorce? In the past, there was a stigma associated with divorce. Nobody celebrated something like that. In fact, people might have gone to great lengths to hide such an event from others. …
What is the Top Conflict in a Marriage?
Marriage is complicated. A married couple can face various issues and they may not agree on everything. Sometimes they can work through these issues. However, it is not uncommon for disagreements to put a strain on a marriage. When couples cannot resolve their issues, they may file for divorce. In the past, money issues were the most common conflicts among …