For years, sociologists and statisticians have told us that the divorce rate peaked in the 1980s and has been decreasing ever since. However, most divorce attorneys would tell you that those claims seem unlikely, especially considering that they gain more clients with every passing year.
A recent report in TIME highlighted that we may actually be looking at the wrong data to determine the divorce rate in the first place. The Minnesota Population Center recently conducted a study and revealed that the divorce rate is actually much higher than previously determined. Researchers also decided to explore the claim that members of older generations divorce more often than those of younger generations.
They believe that the reason baby boomers appear to have a higher divorce rate is because second and third marriages tend to be less stable than first marriages, which members of the younger generation are just now entering.
Regardless if the divorce rate is only slightly higher or totally of the charts, if you’re contemplating a divorce, you are not alone.
In helping countless clients manage their divorce proceedings, we’ve gained some excellent insight over the years that can help you make it through your own breakup. Read on for a few of our tips, and come visit us if you need help with your divorce.
At the Elliot Green Law Offices, we are available to our clients 24 hours a day, so you can get advice when you need it. To speak with a Queens family lawyer, call us at 718-260-8668.
1. Stay Healthy During Your Divorce
Stress negatively affects your overall health, so it’s important to take care of yourself during the divorce process. Make sure to exercise regularly, and eat a healthy diet, so your body stays in shape. Likewise, get plenty of sleep, and look for opportunities to relax because prolonged stress can affect your judgment, which you’ll need throughout the divorce process.
2. Plan Creatively
Many people fall into the trap of focusing on only one objective during the divorce. Whether you’re most concerned about the house, the car or another asset entirely, narrowing your goals down to just one feat almost always leads to disappointment.
To gain a better perspective, CBS News recommends planning your future based on a variety of different outcomes and then determining which outcome is both the most feasible and desirable.
3. Don’t Rush Into Any Decisions
Divorce is emotionally draining, and it can be tempting to just abandon the entire process, but you could benefit from sticking it out for a little longer. Tell yourself that the divorce will not last forever, and take your time making serious decisions that will affect your life for years to come.
The best way to slow down is to start recovering during the divorce. It may seem strange to start that process before you sign the papers, but there is no rule that says you need to stay sad for as long as the process takes to resolve. Instead, start reconnecting with your friends and family now, and dive into areas of life that interest you. Above all, don’t let yourself obsess about the divorce all day long.
The best way to relax during your divorce is to hire a reliable family lawyer. At the Elliot Green Law Offices, we believe that we can only successful if we fully understand your concerns and desires first. To discuss your divorce with an experienced attorney, call us at 718-260-8668.
