The Myth of Marriage: Global Divorce Rates Revealed and Secrets to a Happy Marriage

Marriage, a social and cultural phenomenon that has existed since ancient times, has always been a topic of discussion for its meaning and purpose.

For many people, marriage is not just a union of two people, but also a manifestation of emotions, responsibilities, and commitments.

However, with the changing times, the face of marriage is also constantly changing, and the rise in divorce rates has triggered profound reflections on the essence of marriage.

The divorce rate varies globally, with Portugal having a divorce rate of 94%, Spain at 85%, Luxembourg at 60%, France at 56%, Germany at 45.4%, South Korea at 40%, and India having a relatively low divorce rate of only 1% in 2023. These numbers are shocking and make us wonder why so many marriages cannot last.

In China, the average divorce rate in 2023 reached 39.33%, and the divorce rate for the post-90s generation was as high as 57%.

According to data from the Ministry of Civil Affairs, there were 3.6053 million couples in China who legally processed divorce procedures in 2023. Among them, 2.5937 million couples were registered for divorce by the Ministry of Civil Affairs, and 1.0116 million couples were divorced through court judgments or mediation, with a divorce rate of 2.6 ‰.

These data are not only lamentable, but also raise questions about the stability of marriage.

The breakdown of a marriage is a painful experience for both individuals and families.

Breaking up not only brings emotional trauma, but also mental pressure and economic losses.

However, divorce is not the only sign of marital failure. Many marriages, although they exist in name, have long existed in name only, and both spouses are constantly arguing and dissatisfied.

So, why are so many marriages unable to be happy?

Why do so many couples end up at the beginning of their marriage?

The answers to these questions may involve multiple aspects such as personal choices, communication issues, differences in values, and life pressures.

Every marriage is unique and requires joint efforts from both parties to manage and maintain it.

Communication and understanding are crucial in marriage.

A good partnership requires joint efforts and cultivation from both parties.

If one or both parties always hold the idea of divorce, it is difficult for the marriage to develop in a positive direction.

On the contrary, if both parties are committed to maintaining and improving their marital relationship, the likelihood of working together for a long time will greatly increase.

As for the proportion of happy marriages, although there is no specific statistical data, we can see from the divorce rate that the number of unhappy marriages is quite considerable.

Apart from divorced couples, there are also many people struggling in marriage.

Therefore, the choice before marriage becomes particularly important, and careful consideration and careful selection of partners are prerequisites for entering into marriage.

The proportion of free love is difficult to accurately calculate due to cultural and regional differences, but in modern society, free love has been widely accepted.

Most marriages are established based on romantic relationships, and even with the introduction of a matchmaker, the final decision is still in the hands of both the man and the woman.

When deciding to get married, everyone should carefully consider whether they are truly prepared to take on the responsibilities and commitments of marriage.

Marriage is not just a marriage document, but also the beginning of two people living together, requiring joint efforts and unremitting struggle from both parties.

Finally, for those who are about to enter marriage, have just entered marriage, or are preparing to enter marriage, it is very important to approach marriage with caution.

Marriage is a lifelong commitment that requires understanding and support from both parties, as well as mutual support in the face of difficulties.

Only in this way can marriage become a harbor for two people to grow and be happy together.