Divorce rates are high, but divorce should always be the last option. There are a number of options available other than full on divorce warfare which often benefits no one. Here are some alternatives to consider before considering fighting it out in court.
Just like with the seasons, change is inevitable. For any relationship to last long-term, partners need to be adaptable and committed to adjusting to life's changing seasons. With the holidays coming next month, and the increased opportunity for family time, November is a great time to reflect on our relationships, and make sure we are adjusting with the times to weather the future together as a team.
With all of these challenges it can be easy to become jaded and discouraged, however, with the right outlook and approach online dating can be a fantastic way to meet new people and potentially find exactly what you are looking for.
Fear based decisions are never good ones. Knowledge is power and while we never have a crystal ball, relationship decisions can be made a lot easier if we take the steps to gain knowledge to empower ourselves. This can be as simple as setting up a consultation with a family law lawyer to find out about your rights.
What two factors determine how well children fare after divorce? Mom and Dad. It seems like it should be a no brainer that having a good relationship with BOTH parents is critical to children's well being. Yet many judges still favour mothers in cases where custody is being ordered by the court.
With high divorce rates, less people marrying and the easy access people have to meet others through the internet, one must wonder whether marriage and long-term monogamous relationships are becoming extinct. I sometimes wonder if by the time my children are 30 whether marrying or finding a life long partner will even be something that is considered important.
As a family lawyer, the two biggest concerns most clients have is whether they will have enough money and whether they will ever find love again. Love and money are at the core of so much of our lives. When couples divorce, money is often a major issue. It is also at the centre of many fights in a marriage.
The modern dating world with the easily accessible and wide range of daters available through online dating and other avenues, makes it difficult to pick just one person without feeling like you are settling. It gives rise to the grass is always greener syndrome and helps create unrealistic expectations of what we may be able to find.
Let's be honest. No one likes a Debbie Downer. We all appreciate positivity and good energy. This is especially true in the dating world. We want our relationships to be fun and to complement our already stressful lives. Modern day daters, in particular, seem to only want relationships that are fun, light, easy....."good vibes only." While "good vibes" are definitely important, "good vibes only" should not be what we strive for in a relationship.
Online dating is changing the world of relationships and dating. The good news is that if you are all about casual fun, the opportunities are greater than ever to find someone who shares your interest. The bad news is that if you are looking for an exclusive, committed relationship you will have to work a bit harder to find it.
