Average marriage length: 8 years
Divorce rate: 50%
66% of divorces are initiated by women.
What reason does a man have to get married when it is likely he will get divorced and the courts will financially rape him of his belongings and his children? Is it worth the risk anymore?
2006-09-29 10:37:05 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Sociology
I can't give you a good reason, other than someone who is constant companion and, if you already are friends, can be a great confidant.
Also, when you get older, you have someone to share your experiences with in a more intimate way than any friend could.
2006-09-29 10:41:36 · answer #1 · answered by sweetsam06 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes i still say its worth the risk. Look at the opportunities that marriage will bring to you and your well beings. Thats what the american way of life is all about.. FAMILY.. wife, kids, marriages. I know the rate is high for divorce but i still thinks its worth the risk. So many people are marrying for other reason now so thats why the rates are so high. Its just a change of time like everything else. Yeah the bachelor life has its pluses but it also has its minuses. Marriage is a symbol of dedication, commitment and GROWTH. SO fellas Ignore the numbers, if u know shes the one for u GO FOR IT.. make her yours dont let the number sway you away.
2006-09-29 10:42:55 · answer #2 · answered by dat251flava 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The courts rape whoever they want to without prejudice now and more than ever children aren't slid to the mother without debate, so everyone is at risk, but at least married to me my husband gets the pleasure of having me to raise hell on his behalf, because I care, and he's my friend. I think that's a great reason. If we can't get along, he can stand to take some pretty great stuff from me, too. I breed exotic birds. This house is loaded with divorce treasures.
2006-09-30 02:35:21 · answer #3 · answered by Em 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hear that! Whoever makes more money gets raped by the courts in divorce.
In the "olden" days people didn't get divorced, nor did they work on their marriages. They just stayed together and were unhappy. Perhaps more people expect to be happy these days, or maybe we live in a culture that is so distracting and busy we don't know what our priorities are anymore.
2006-09-29 10:55:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
those numbers are high for a few reasons. There are way to many people getting married for the wrong reasons. money, status etc. there are too many people rushing into marriage for just as many reasons. also divorce is not a taboo as is used to be. Couples that got divorced 50 years ago were looked down upon by there friends families even entire communities. these days its so common no one really cares. i don't think its worth anymore because marriage is supposed to be a scared monogamous relationship, but these days that is violated by both men and women all too often. its not with half your stuff.
2006-09-29 10:55:53 · answer #5 · answered by flinch387 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
First of all, if you're not willing to take that risk get a prenuptial agreement.
Don't get married just to get married, you can have your cake and eat it too. However if you make a friend who is a solid team-mate and survives the trails of seeing you at your lowest and still always has your back... then it's time to make them your wife and start a family.
2006-09-29 11:01:07 · answer #6 · answered by Big C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marriage is sacred if you believe in making it work it will work.However the agreement must be the two of you. I believe in marriage.A commitment between two responsible people to take on life together not letting another being intervene.It's not easy but it is challenging and rewarding.Once the commitment is made you can't give in to temptation against all odds you honor your commitment.The main thing to remember is to keep the fire and desire strong both physically,mentally and spiritual.
2006-09-29 10:59:03 · answer #7 · answered by Nai Nai 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you live to together long enough to be considered common-law that can do just about as much damage.....I think you have be be damn sure that you know a person......how you do that is any one's guess.....you're screwed either way unless your female......my best friend stayed with a woman(common law) who was very unstable(he got he pregnant at the start)......stayed with her (in separate bedrooms from year 3 and no sex ever again, her idea not his), he knew that if he left her he would never be able to keep up with the games he knew she would play with their child).......he spent 26 years(the kid didn't leave until dad left & hasn't spoken to either parent in 4 yrs) for the 26 years he worked two jobs 40 + hours a week at BOTH......she kept them so finanicially drained....she only worked here and there....she stayed home most of the time to watch her soaps....on top of working he had to cook and clean as well......and put up with her yelling and screaming at him...after going thru this hell for as long as he did....he leaves.......he quit one job.......thought he could maybe have some kind of normal life......nooooooo......he was bringing in about $650 per week...she gets $450...for basically the rest of his life........
sorry for going on but I SEE YOUR POINT!
honestly, I don't know what a man is to do
that's just one example I have seen so many...
the laws need to change
men need to speak out and do something and take back their rights that have been obiliterated
2006-09-29 11:03:04 · answer #8 · answered by kardea 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Married men outlive single men. Married men make more money than single men. Since 66% of women initiate divorce, I'd say treat your wife like a queen so that doesn't happen. Oh yeah, and married men dress better than single men.
2006-09-29 10:43:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Well, probably not these days because half the time, they're already living like a married couple long before they ever get married....so what's the point?
2006-09-29 10:44:52 · answer #10 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋