On behalf of The Law Office of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A.
Many people consider divorce to be an unfortunate outcome of a marriage. While it is true that most people get married with the intention of staying together for the rest of their lives, it is also important to understand that in some circumstances, getting a divorce is the ideal solution when a marriage has become unhealthy for everyone affected by it.
The following are just some of the reasons it may be for the best when a marriage ends in divorce:
Protecting the kids
Some married couples who have children are reluctant to get divorced because they believe that doing so is not in the best interests of their kids. This is understandable. It is true that in many cases, the initial impact of a divorce on children will be painful.
That said, it is vital that married couples in unhealthy relationships keep in mind that the short-term consequences of a divorce in regard to their children’s well-being may be less harmful than the long-term consequences their children will face if they are raised in an environment where two parents cannot get along.
It is also worth noting that some researchers have discovered that children whose parents get divorced often grow up to be more empathetic people. Because they see their parents struggling with their own painful emotions, at an early age, they come to realize that everyone faces personal difficulties in life. This helps them better empathize with others in general.
Reducing stress
Even if two spouses don’t have children, they must consider the degree to which staying in an unhealthy marriage will affect their own mental and emotional wellness.
There are various reasons people cite when explaining why they may hesitate to get a divorce even if they know that doing so may be the right decision. For example, while some people feel entirely free to get a divorce, others might become stressed when they even think about the possibility of getting divorced because their religions or cultures treat divorce as taboo.
This is a fair reason to try to make a marriage work. Still, if two spouses have reached the point where divorce is on their minds, it is highly likely that they will find it very difficult to thoroughly correct the underlying problems in their marriage.
There is no reason anyone should have to endure years and even decades of stress and lack of fulfillment as a result of their marriage. Getting a divorce is sometimes the best way to free someone from a painful experience.
Preserving a friendship
Depending on the circumstances, sometimes, when two people get divorced, they will always find it challenging to get along well with one another going forward. This might be the case if, for example, the divorce was triggered by infidelity.
On the other hand, there are some instances when two people who are married realize they are simply better off as friends. Divorcing one another can help them preserve their friendship instead of allowing bitterness to define the relationship.
These are just a few reasons getting a divorce is often a good idea. Just remember that the process of divorcing your spouse will be much less overwhelming if you have legal assistance.
If you are getting a divorce in Florida, coordinate with the Law Office of Gustavo E. Frances, where you will find a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney who has the qualifications and experience necessary to protect your rights. Learn more about how we can help by contacting us online.
