Things change over time, and relationships are no exception. Sometimes marriage becomes trendy for a while. Then the divorce rates spike, such as what happened during the COVID pandemic. We have always heard that the divorce rate is at 50%, but is this still true? Statistics change over time, but it seems like we do not always get the real …

Divorce can be brutal. Ending your marriage can be a nasty battle, especially if one person does not want a divorce. There may be a lot of conflict involved. On top of that, your spouse may be trying to gather evidence against you in hopes of bolstering their case.  A divorce is a legal issue. It is a lawsuit between …

When we get married, it is a happy event. Our lives are full of hope and joy as we think about the future. We are excited to start a new life with our new partner. We expect to spend many years of happiness with our spouse.  But after the honeymoon ends, it is time for reality. People tend to grow …

You are in your 60s and have been married for 30+ years, but you are tired of being with your spouse. You have different goals in life. You barely communicate with each other anymore. You can no longer stand to be around them. You are married but feel more like roommates. This situation is not uncommon. As people get older …

Marriage can be scary. There are a lot of unknowns, as people tend to change over time. The same could be said for divorce. From what you have observed about divorce over the course of your life, you may consider it to be a nerve-wracking process – and it can be, for many people. Let’s face it – divorce can …

Relationships work best when couples are secure with themselves and each other. They trust each other and have no reason to worry about infidelity or other problems that can ruin a relationship. When there is insecurity in a relationship, it can rear its ugly head and cause a lot of problems in a marriage. It can lead to jealousy, controlling …

Do you sometimes get mad at your spouse? If so, you are not alone. Arguments happen even in the best marriages. Even if you think you and your spouse get along well, you may disagree and raise your voice from time to time. However, constant anger directed toward your spouse is not healthy. If you feel angry at your spouse …

When couples first get married, they are in the honeymoon stage. They spend almost all their time together and cannot keep their hands off each other. Romance is at the forefront of their minds. Unfortunately, that stage does not last forever. Life gets busier over time as people get their careers established and add children to the mix. With so …

Doctors, lawyers, actors, musicians, athletes, business owners — what do all these professions have in common? They are all successful people, but they have another thing in common: high divorce rates.  A person can be wildly successful in their career, garnering millions of dollars, promotions, and huge accolades. Unfortunately, though, a successful career does not always translate to a happy …

While the divorce rate is staying steady for the most part, it is increasing in one demographic —  those over the age of 50. These are called gray divorces, and they have been on the rise for the past few decades. This is a change from the norm, as in the past, it was generally younger people who have not …