Divorce affects other people besides the couple. This makes breaking marriage vows a sensitive decision. However, if it is necessary for you to part, it is good if you wait until you are at least forty before going separate ways. Here are reasons why you should wait until this age.
1. Child welfare
In most cases, couples have children who can understand whatever is going on in their forties. This makes divorce a better option in the forties than being in an abusive relationship. A study by Auburn University found out that Children are affected negatively when parents are in an abusive union than when they are separated but maintain contact with their children.
2. Reevaluating priorities
A marriage makes you pursue collective goals at times. However, a divorce at the right time is good when you want to change your priorities. You will discover your other strengths.
3. Avoid impulse decision
At forty, it is very likely you will not make an impulse decision. The mistakes that characterize the couples in their 20s is not a great concern at 40 plus. You will be mature enough to make a decision and stand by it for ages.