Explain It to Me My parents divorced. Will I?
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Oct 10, 2024 In this discussion, historian Stephanie Coontz, known for her expertise in marriage and family history, dives deep into the evolving landscape of love and divorce. She addresses whether younger generations are less likely to divorce compared to their parents and explores the societal shifts driving these trends. Coontz highlights the importance of egalitarian values and emotional well-being in marriages today, offering insights on how modern relationships differ in satisfaction and expectations. She also touches on the impact of personal choices in partner selection.
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Stephanie's Marriage Journey
- Stephanie Coontz met her husband during the anti-Vietnam War movement and they fell in love.
- They were together for years, separated for a while, then reunited and stayed together since 1967.
Falling Divorce Rates Insight
- Divorce rates have been falling for 20-25 years; millennials have lower chances of divorce than their parents.
- Rising marriage standards and expectations of equality contribute to more sustainable marriages today.
Keys to Marital Satisfaction
- Longer dating and living together before marriage fosters better mutual understanding.
- Egalitarianism in housework and child-rearing predicts marital satisfaction today.