But, 'divorce' is a harsh response that, in the end, doesn't resolve very much. Many people who file for divorce haven't tried other options.

Research shows that up to 80% of couples that divorce are "low-conflict" and have just not learned the skills needed to sustain a relationship. Mastering these skills is one alternative that is much less destructive than going through a divorce. Another important aspect in these situations is to be able to look at unresolved childhood wounds that prevent us from forming new, healthy relationships.

If you have children, they learn about how to resolve problems from watching you. They will also be forced to pay a price due to the loss of their intact family.

The ideas offered here may help you think about your situation differently.
Sometimes, all we need is hope, encouragement, and direction to overcome adversity.

Saying "no" to an unwanted divorce is sometimes not even a concept for us. The culture around us tells us to, "get over it" or "move on. But, these are illusions. Few people "get over it" and usually find themselves repeating what they didn't learn the first time around.

No-fault divorce was implemented with promises that have not been met. In time, no-fault will be understood for what it is

If you hire a lawyer and they're honest, they'll tell that can be done but achieve a good settlement. It shouldn't work that way.

Please take the time to read the information provided here. You might find a different way to think about your situation. Some other items include:

"ABCs of No-Fault Divorce"

Michael Reagan's important book, Twice Adopted, which gives his
perspective as a child of his parents' divorce, plus an excerpt telling about
his father's regrets about the role he played in No-Fault Divorce.
See excerpt: www.stolenvows.com/TwiceAdopted.htm

+ Sign the Catholic Marriage Petition +

"The No-Blame Game: Why No-Fault Divorce Is
Our Most Dangerous Social Experiment"

"How America Can End Its Divorce Epidemic"

Read 1987 ABA Article on No-Fault's flaws