When people mention in-laws, it is not uncommon to see them shudder or cower in fear. Nothing seems to invoke rage in a marriage like a meddling mother-in-law or a know-it-all father-in-law. Go online or talk to friends and you will quickly see that hating your in-laws is a common theme. You may not get along with other people in …
Will You Regret Your Divorce?
Many people are miserable in their marriages. There is no more communication. Everything is a fight. You have nothing in common. You wish you had the strength to leave. Nobody wants to be a quitter, but some people stay married because they are afraid they might regret a divorce. Are you in the same boat? Or do you really feel …
Do Children Cause Divorce?
When couples get divorced, they often worry about how it will affect the children. But what if your kids are the ones contributing to the divorce? Think it’s not possible? Think again. Think back to your marriage before you had kids. Was it happier? Did you and your spouse get along better back then? More than likely, you answered “yes” …
What is a Divorce Coach and Do You Need One?
Anyone who has been through a divorce knows that it is a complicated process. There is a lot to untangle from a marriage, especially if you have children and a lot of assets. A divorce can be especially upsetting when the marriage has lasted decades. Getting divorced is time-consuming. It involves a lot of details. It causes a roller coaster …
Do the Rich Have Lower Divorce Rates?
Money is the cause of fights in almost every marriage. There never seems to be enough. Bills are piling up. The car broke down. The dog needs to go to the vet. The kids need braces. It is always something. But even when there is enough money, that does not keep couples together. Even billionaires get divorced. Jeff Bezos and …
Lack of Commitment in a Marriage
When you first get into a relationship, you start to develop feelings of love. Once that relationship progresses and it turns into an engagement, that is when things get heavy. After all, your relationship is no longer casual. It is now a commitment. Commitment can be a scary word for a lot of people. Being committed to someone means sharing …
Effects of Divorce After a Lengthy Marriage
When a couple has been married for just a few years before deciding to divorce, the process is often fairly easy, especially if there are no children involved. The parties split assets and move on, in most cases never seeing each other again. It is almost like they were never married at all. Unfortunately, not all divorces are like this. …
Avoid Marital Issues as a Caregiver
You probably live a busy life as a married woman with kids and a career. Being a caregiver to a parent on top of everything else can push you over the edge. Many women are in this situation and it is tough. It takes them away from their job and their family, causing immense stress. Caregivers often feel as though …
What to Do When Friends Divorce
The coronavirus pandemic has caused couples to become irritated with each other. The rise in gray divorce shows us that many couples are ending their marriages regardless of how old they are or how long they have been married. With many people getting divorced over the past year, chances are you know someone who is calling it quits. Even though …
Protecting Your Credit After a Divorce
After a divorce, you are probably thinking about a lot of things—your children, your future, your assets, where you will live, how you will earn money. Many people neglect important parts of their finances, such as their credit score. Your credit score is very important, but many people see theirs drop significantly after a divorce due to various factors. If …