Deciding whether to remain in a marriage is one of the most complex choices a person can face. It's not just a question of logistics (finances, housing) or circumstances—it touches on your deepest hopes, fears, and sense of self.
Do you know what most people regret most about their divorce? They waited too long to end the marriage, not how they left it. I understand the former, not the latter.
Expectations shape our experiences and influence how we navigate life's challenges, including divorce. Whether our expectations come from upbringing, societal influences, or self-concept, we must align them with reality.
Even in the best of times, getting divorced is awful. But being cooped up with someone you no longer want to be with is a painful and possibly combustible situation.