There are a lot of myths about relationships, marriages, and divorces out there. You read and hear a lot of misguided and untrue things online and from your friends. If you believe these myths, you might make some mistakes as you and your spouse end your marriage.
Do not let false statements put any more strain on your relationship. Here are the top five myths about divorce you should stop believing.
1. Cohabiting before marriage helps
You might think that living together before marriage increases your chances of staying together. According to Shape Magazine, this is a divorce myth. There is no strong evidence to prove this theory. However, there is some research that shows cohabiting while young can lead to divorce.
2. Size and cost of the wedding matter
Your wedding day probably does not have much of an impact on what happens later. While an extravagant wedding may start your marriage off in debt and lead to financial problems, it is by no means a predictor of divorce.
3. Divorce will harm your children
While it is certainly true that divorce will be sad and stressful for your kids, it does not need to leave them in disrepair. If you and your spouse are divorcing, you should make an effort to never fight with your kids present or talk badly about one another in front of them. Make sure your children know you love them and you will be supportive throughout the whole process.
4. Unhappiness always leads to divorce
Marriage is not a guarantee of happiness. Sometimes you will fight and go through difficult points, but it does not mean divorce is inevitable. Do not freak out about every argument or rough patch.
5. Divorce means you failed
Sometimes things must come to an end. You can even have a better and healthier life after divorce. If you get a divorce, do not view it as a failure – see it as an opportunity to start fresh.
