Best Age to Get Married to Avoid Divorce: Couples Therapist's Advice

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Best Age to Get Married to Avoid Divorce: Couples Therapist's Advice

People often dismiss potential partners for trivial reasons and have unrealistic expectations in dating, leading to issues in relationships and potential divorce 

Questions to inspire discussion 

  • What is the best age to get married?

    The statistically best age to get married to avoid divorce is between 25 and 30, as getting married too young or too old increases the likelihood of divorce due to lack of maturity and flexibility.

  • What are the ideal qualities in a partner?

    The best age to get married is when you have higher standards for character qualities and emotional stability, rather than unrealistic physical appearance expectations.

  • How does social media influence relationship expectations?

    The expectations for men and women in relationships are influenced by social media and feminism, leading to unrealistic standards and confusion.

  • What is the impact of past family dynamics on relationships?

    The therapist discusses how past family dynamics can influence attraction patterns and the importance of therapy in understanding and overcoming relationship struggles.

  • How can we avoid carrying negative stories into relationships?

    Unlearn the negative stories you've been told about yourself and rewrite your narrative to create a more positive and empowering future.

 

Key Insights

  • 🦋 People often dismiss potential partners for trivial reasons like not feeling "butterflies" on the first date or ordering tap water.
  • 🔍 People who were very happy together often didn't feel those Sparks on the first one, two, three dates.
  • 🤔 The expectation that a man is going to be the provider in the household still persists, causing issues for successful women in dating.
  • 🚩 Not discussing red flags early on in a relationship can lead to bigger problems down the line.
  • 🧠 Marrying too young can lead to divorce due to lack of maturity and not knowing oneself, while marrying later allows for more shared experiences and integration into each other's lives.
  • 🌡️ Menopause can lead to psychological doubts and increased expectations, potentially leading to divorce as women become more clear on what they want in life.
  • 😞 True vulnerability comes from face-to-face interactions, not from sharing on public platforms like Instagram or TikTok.

 

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Clips 

  • 00:00 🔑 Getting married after 30 increases divorce risk, partners should be best friends with similar interests and emotional connection, self-awareness and agency are important, pressure to meet all emotional needs has increased, men struggle to open up, best age to marry is when you have higher standards for character qualities and emotional stability.
    • Getting married after the age of 30 increases the chance of divorce by 5% each year, and it's important for partners to be best friends with similar interests and emotional connection.
    • The speaker discusses the importance of self-awareness and agency in relationships, and the increasing need for connection and confiding in others in today's society.
    • The pressure on romantic partners to meet all emotional needs has increased, as people now expect their partner to be their best friend and provide the emotional nourishment that used to come from a larger community, leading to a lack of deeper connections and understanding in relationships.
    • Men often struggle to open up and be vulnerable in relationships, leading to feelings of loneliness and a lack of safe space to share their emotions.
    • The speaker discusses the ideal qualities in a partner and the difficulty in finding someone who embodies both strength and softness.
    • The best age to get married is when you have higher standards for character qualities and emotional stability, rather than unrealistic physical appearance expectations.
  • 19:19 🔑 People should focus on practical aspects and shared values when choosing a partner, and the best age to get married is around 28-32 to avoid divorce.
    • It is important to consider practical aspects and shared values when choosing a partner to avoid future relationship problems.
    • People over 35 are often too picky when it comes to dating, focusing on superficial reasons to not give someone a chance.
    • People often have a revisionist history about their first date, but happy couples didn't necessarily feel immediate chemistry, while those who ended up divorced often claim they saw red flags from the beginning.
    • The best age to get married is around 28-32 to avoid divorce, and it's important to focus on getting to know someone rather than juggling multiple dates.
    • The expectations for men and women in relationships are influenced by social media and feminism, leading to unrealistic standards and confusion.
    • The study shows that having too many choices in dating can lead to dissatisfaction, and it's better to be a "satisficer" than a "maximizer" when choosing a partner.
  • 28:00 🔑 Being a satisficer with high standards, understanding past family dynamics, and shifting focus from being chosen to being the chooser can lead to greater happiness in relationships.
    • The speaker discusses the concept of satisficers and maximizers in decision-making and applies it to dating, suggesting that being a satisficer with high standards leads to greater happiness in relationships.
    • The speaker discusses the differences between satisficers and maximizers in relationships, with women tending to be maximizers and men having high standards but being more holistic in their approach.
    • People often seek out partners who replicate their childhood experiences of love, leading to issues in relationships.
    • The therapist discusses how past family dynamics can influence attraction patterns and the importance of therapy in understanding and overcoming relationship struggles.
    • The fear of attachment and feeling unlovable can lead to a mindset of empowerment and avoidance of feelings, but it's important to shift the focus from being chosen to being the chooser in relationships.
    • Know your self-worth and work on the narratives about yourself to avoid carrying negative stories into relationships.
  • 37:28 🔑 Society's changing dynamics impact dating satisfaction, successful women over 30 struggle to find partners, and equality in marriage doesn't mean splitting responsibilities equally.
    • Society's changing expectations and dynamics in relationships, particularly regarding financial support and intelligence, are impacting people's satisfaction in dating, with successful women over 30 facing challenges in finding a partner due to men feeling emasculated by their success.
    • The increasing focus on career success and financial stability in relationships is leading to a shortage of suitable partners and a lack of willingness to consider potential matches who may not fit the traditional cultural norms.
    • Equality in marriage doesn't mean splitting responsibilities equally, but rather ensuring there is no power dynamic, and issues can arise when one partner earns more than the other.
    • The role of men and women in today's society is increasingly unclear, leading to confusion and conflict in relationships.
    • The speaker discusses the societal expectation for men to pay on first dates and how it can be a signal of interest and safety in a relationship.
    • The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing early signs of generosity in relationships to avoid overlooking potential issues.
  • 58:06 🔍 Getting married between 25-30 reduces divorce risk, address red flags early, unlearn negative stories, find self-worth outside of work for healthy relationships.
    • Pay attention to red flags in the beginning of a relationship and address them early on to avoid issues later on.
    • The statistically best age to get married to avoid divorce is between 25 and 30, as getting married too young or too old increases the likelihood of divorce due to lack of maturity and flexibility.
    • Having multiple negative dating experiences can lead to carrying emotional baggage into relationships and may result in repeating unhealthy patterns, so it's best to have a few relationships before getting married but not too many.
    • Unlearn the negative stories you've been told about yourself and rewrite your narrative to create a more positive and empowering future.
    • The speaker discusses how their workaholic tendencies are tied to their self-worth, and how many people use defense mechanisms to channel unhealthy emotions into socially acceptable activities, but it's important to address the underlying issues to improve self-worth and have healthy relationships.
    • Focus on finding self-worth in areas outside of work, such as personal qualities and positive interactions in relationships, in order to make more deposits into the self-worth bank.
  • 01:11:54 🔑 People resist change and healthy partner changes, but understanding the stages of change, practicing self-compassion, and getting married around 28-32 with therapy can lead to lasting, healthy relationships.
    • People may be afraid to go to therapy because they fear change and the potential sabotage from those around them when they do change.
    • People often resist their partner's healthy changes because it forces them to confront their own unhealthy habits.
    • The stages of change are important to understand in order to make lasting changes in life, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
    • Making a change after a breakup is difficult, but it's important to find healthy coping mechanisms and not rush back into a relationship out of loneliness.
    • Self-compassion and accountability are key to making positive changes in life, just like how we would support and guide a child who is struggling.
    • The best age to get married is around 28-32 to avoid divorce, and therapy can help couples see different perspectives and address manipulation in relationships.
  • 01:23:14 🔑 Delaying rumination on negative feelings can reduce divorce, menopause can lead to reevaluation and potential divorce, and supporting someone through heartbreak involves acknowledging their loss and providing a space for expression.
    • Dreams can reveal our biggest fears and preoccupations that we may not want to think about in our waking life, and paying attention to them can help us understand and deal with unresolved issues.
    • Knowing how we spend our time and living with intention is important, as regret can be a powerful engine for change and vitality is what people are looking for in life.
    • Menopause can lead to psychological changes and a reevaluation of one's life and desires, potentially leading to divorce as women realize they want to live more intentionally after years of serving others.
    • The speaker discusses the profound grief and loss experienced in heartbreak, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and sitting with the person in their loss rather than minimizing or trying to cheer them up.
    • The best approach to supporting someone through a difficult situation, such as a breakup, is to share your own experience, hold hope for them, and provide a space for them to express their grief.
    • Delaying the impulse to ruminate on negative feelings can help rewire the nervous system and reduce the likelihood of divorce.
  • 01:37:29 🔑 Young people struggle to make real connections due to excessive reliance on social media, but the key to building relationships is to be vulnerable and open, emphasizing the importance of love and belonging in our lives.
    • Getting enough sleep is crucial for decision-making and overall performance, and using Whoop can help improve sleep quality.
    • Belonging and love are essential for survival, and the lack of connection can lead to failure to thrive, emphasizing the importance of love in our lives.
    • Young people are struggling to make real connections and friendships due to excessive reliance on social media and lack of true vulnerability in face-to-face interactions.
    • The key to making friends and building relationships is to be vulnerable, open, and curious about others.
    • The speaker emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest now, rather than waiting for later, and discusses the accessibility and relatability of their work.
    • The speaker discusses the benefits of Zoe's gut health test and offers an exclusive discount code for listeners.

 

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