Are you in a declining marriage?
Have things changed since you first said, “I do”?
In the 80s, many people found themselves in the same predicament. The statistic that half of all marriages end in divorce became a common phrase.
Believe it or not though, since then the divorce rate has steadily decreased.
Even with the declining rates, divorce is still pretty common in the US. It is usually the result of a few different marital problems.
Are you considering filing for divorce? Do one of the 5 most common reasons for divorce apply to you? Read on to learn if it’s time to divorce.
5 Most Common Reasons for Divorce
Divorce is a result of problems in a marriage that just can’t be resolved. You may try to hold it together and sometimes that works, but sometimes reasons for divorce can’t be overcome.
1. Extra-Marital Affair
Cheating is one of the most common grounds for divorce. When one person has an intimate relationship outside of the marriage, the other party can’t always forgive and forget.
It is difficult to regain trust and confidence following an affair.
Infidelity is usually the result of some other deep-seated problems, so it isn’t always easy to work through.
2. Violence/Abuse
Physical and emotional abuse is a common and legal reason for divorce. If one spouse is being beaten or sexually abused or being harassed, threatened or humiliated, that is grounds for divorce.
3. Money Problems
Money is the root of all evil. That can be very true when it comes to marriage.
One spouse might have terrible spending habits making it impossible to reach the desired financial goals. One may make a lot more money than the other causing some resentment. One might keep secrets about expenditures.
The two of you may not have the same philosophy about spending and saving.
These and other financial difficulties put stress on a marriage often leading to divorce.
4. Lack of Intimacy
Being on different schedules, a demanding career, or your children’s activities can cause a lack of intimacy in your relationship.
It is the responsibility of both partners to be connected emotionally and physically to each other. When that breaks down, it can feel less like a marriage and more like a roommate situation.
If you and your spouse are feeling more like strangers, it is likely to lead to the end of the marriage.
5. Arguments/Disagreements
Sometimes couples have the same arguments over and over again. They can’t seem to find common ground.
Disagreements that never seem to be resolved, resentment and disrespect are like cancer to a marriage.
Nobody wants to live in a war zone. Dissolving the marriage is often the only answer.
Getting Divorced
Have you decided that getting a divorce is your only option? Maybe one of the common reasons for divorce pertains to you? If you are looking for some legal advice before you proceed, visit us. We can help you through this difficult process.